Swansea Wedding Photographers - FAQ
What photographic work do you undertake?
I undertake many different aspects of photographic work. I am equally at home in front of the happy couple as I am with commercial clients. I am happy to cover all sizes of weddings, faiths, civil partnerships and any commercial shoot.
How soon should we book you as our wedding photographer
The simple answer to that is the sooner the better. I currently have bookings 2 years in advance.
Do you shoot more than one wedding per day?
Absolutely not! I shoot no more than one wedding per day. By doing this you can be assured that you will always be getting 100% of my time and attention. It is the service you deserve and have paid for.
How many pictures will you shoot on the day?
Typically I shoot around 1000 or so images in a full day. I then select approximately 500 of these for proofing purposes.
Why is wedding photography so expensive
Firstly I consider my prices to be very fair and offer realy value for money. But of all the costs involved in planning a wedding, photography is one item you should not be prepared to compromise on. The day moves along at a rapid pace. Champagne gets drunk, cakes get eaten, friendships are made and the honeymoon is fantastic, but usually lasts 2 weeks or less. Your wedding album will be with you forever, giving you, your family and friends pleasure for generations to come.
What is meant by traditional, Reportage and Candid photography?
Traditional - Classically posed shots of groups and individuals.
Reportage - Shots that are set up but appear relaxed.
Candid - The subject is unaware that the photograph is being taken.
Photo Journalistic - Same as candid.
What is your photographic style?
I use a mix of all three styles. This allows me to achieve a striking variation in the photographs which when put together in a wedding album create a story of your day, capturing all the emotions and events. However If you wanted me to shoot in one style then I would be happy to accommodate you with your request. Remember this is your day. Please do not hesitate to tell me exactly what you are looking for, or, if you are not sure then let me guide you through the various styles that are available to you
Do you take formal shots?
Yes, I will happily photograph groups of friends or family with the bride and groom. What I would ask is that I have some assistance from an usher or best man in helping me get everyone together. I recommend that you not have more than 8 groups to photograph as well.
Do you have samples of your work that I can see?
I have a superb range of albums filled with images from previous weddings that will give you a true feel for my style of photography as well as showing you the fantastic range of British manufactured ambums that I can offer you. Sample slideshows (approx 10 mins long) are currently being manufactured and should be available in the near future - (Autumn 2008). These new slideshows will also illustrate my style of photography. I also have a large portfolio of prints that I am able to show you when we meet.
How do I make an appointment to discuss my wedding or commission.
I am very happy to meet up with you most evenings between 6:00pm and 8:00pm, or at weekends if time allows between 10am and 3pm. I can be contacted personally on 07807 190783 during the day and on 01792 797880 during most evenings. Please leave a message if I do not answer and I will get back to you the same day.
What if it rains on our wedding day?
The one thing that you cannot arrange is the weather. I have been taking images for many years in all sorts of weather and all year round. I will always provide you with a result that any couple, or client would be proud of.
Will you copyright the images you take at our wedding or commercial shoot?
You own your wedding photographs. The prints that you have are yours to keep. Also the DVD's or CD are yours to keep. After all this is what you paid for. I offer as standard practice for most of my packages, DVD's with high resolution images for you to copy or reproduce for your own personal use. The copyright of my images does not allow you to charge for them by means of copying, or using them for financial exchange, gain or exhibition work. I am happy for you to display any images on the web but you must first obtain my written permission as well as displaying my name as the producer of your images on your site.
Presentation
All the selected prints that you choose will be digitally enhanced to bring out the best in each image. Additionally and at extra cost, photographs can also be digitally manipulated to remove blemishes and create special effects. All images are available in colour, black & white, sepia and other tones at no extra cost to you.
Do you shoot colour or black & white?
I shoot in colour but you can choose any image and I will convert it to black & white, sepia or selective colouring at no extra cost.
After the wedding what happens next?
I then alter basic colour settings and either send out proof images on DVD or upload your images onto my web site for web proofing. This is usually done within 10 - 14 days after your wedding. If using the online facility you will have your own personal viewing gallery that will be password protected. Your gallery will be available for 4 weeks after the images have been uploaded. All images will be uploaded within 10 - 14 working days of your wedding, school prom or commercial shoot. Friends and relatives who have the password are free to order prints online. After 4 weeks I will transfer a selection of images to my galleries section for general viewing. I have found that by far the easiest and best way of proofing images is by having a low resolution set of images on CD or DVD. It is far easier and less time consuming than online proofing. However if many friends or relatives wish to view your images and order prints directly for themselves then online proofing has a distinct advantage over other means. Please see my packages and prices section for all costs associated with the various ways of proofing images. Typically proofs images only have basic colour correction or exposure adjustments made to them. Should any of your guests wish to purchase prints after your password protected gallery is withdrawn they can contact me directly and I will send them a low resolution DVD of all images for them to select the ones they require.
What are the advantages of the different types of proofing?
There are several proofing options available: prints, CDs/DVDs, and web proofing. Prints as proofs can come in either a presentation box or an album or simply loose. The advantage of the print as a proof is that you can physically feel and handle each image and sort them into groups. CD and DVD proofing allows you to view images on your computer. In my opinion this is by far the best way of viewing images and I would recommend this way to any Bride and Groom. Web proofing is being offered by many photographers including myself and viewing by friends and family from across the World is now a reality.
How long do you keep images of our wedding or commission?
I keep all images for an indefinite period of time subject to any hardware failures etc. I store images on my main hard drive and back this up on two external drives whilst all the enhancing is done. Eventually your images will be stored and backed up on 2 sets of DVD's - one stored at my office and the other one stored at a different location. That way if you ever lost any prints or wanted reprints you can be assured that I will have them to hand.
Wedding Albums
I currently supply a superb range of quality British manufactured book bound and loose leaf albums. With the book bound versions each image is bound into every page. I have samples of my work to demonstrate the quality offered from my suppliers:-
Who chooses the images that will eventually fit into our album?
You will have full control over which images will go into your album. As the album is designed you will be able to see each page within my web site and can make any alterations until you are entirely satisfied with the final layout. When you are totally satisfied with your layout then that is when the album is ordered - and not a moment before.
Can we make changes to our wedding package?
Absolutely! You can alter any aspect of your day right up to the big day itself. I am here to make sure that it all goes smoothly for you. Please don't be afraid to ask. If you want to upgrade your package all you would do is pay the difference at the price ruling when you decide to change. If you wanted to downgrade and you had already paid your money in full – I will happily refund you the difference ruling at the time of placing your order.
Do you have insurance?
Yes. I am fully insured for both public liability and Indemnity.
Can you supply thank you cards?
Yes. You can select an image from your wedding day which is printed onto card to send to all your guests. Envelopes are also supplied.
Who will be the photographer at our wedding, function or commercial shoot and who will look after the developing of our images?
Your wedding, function or commercial shoot will be photographed by Nigel Pullen as well as any corrections made and developing of images. This ensures that you get the very best attention before, during and after the commission.
What if my wedding or other commission is not in Swansea?
Again that is not a problem. All prices quoted include travel from Swansea to your location within 60 miles. If the location extends further afield then an additional charge will apply. Again I would be happy to discuss any individual package that you require to suit your budget.
What do you wear to weddings?
I normally wear a black corporate polo shirt along with black trousers and black shoes and a smart jacket in inclement weather. By dressing this way - ties and suit jackets etc do not get caught up in any camera straps or other photographic equipment that may be on my person or in close proximity to me. I also have a range of suits should you wish me to wear something formal.
What kind of photographic equipment do you use?
I shoot only with Canon professional digital cameras along with Canon L series lenses and Canon flash guns. All my compact flash cards that I use to capture your images are SanDisk Extreme 1V along with SanDisk recovery software which allows me to access most images already taken if a card becomes corrupt on the day (a rare occurrence with professional storage cards), but in the unlikely event of this happening I have safeguards built in.
Who does your printing?
All of my printing work is done by Loxley. They are a multi award winning professional imaging laboratory and market leaders in a progressively changing industry. They have built up their reputation through enhancing modern technology and listening to their clients.
Do you produce slideshow DVD's and can these be viewed around the World?
I produce professional slideshows to music that can be viewed in 4:3 or 16:9 format and can be produced in NTSC or PAL format for viewing around the World. The slideshows allow me to zoom or pan into each image and last approximately 20 - 30 minutes depending on how many slides there are along with transition times etc
How long will it take to produce my album?
Lead time on albums is around 2 weeks and prints around 1 week.
Are you a member of any recognised associations?
Yes. I am member of The Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers (SWPP). The British Institute of Professional Photographers (BIPP) and The Bureau of Freelance Photographers. I am always professional in my approach, and as such I feel you should know that I am a member of professional organisations such as SWPP & BIPP where each member is strictly bound by the rules of their membership. Links to their web sites can be found in my links section.
Do you work all year round?
Absolutely!
Can guests order reprints after the wedding?
Yes. Guests can order any prints from those within your personal gallery providing they have your password. I would also be happy to send your guest a DVD of low resolution images for them to choose their images from should they wish this service. Prices are explained in my packages and prices section. I also offer discounts for friends and relatives ordering more than 10 prints.
What if I need to change the date or even cancel?
Details of cancelations or change of date are explained in my terms and conditions. These are available on request and can be emailed to you.
Do I need to arrange food for you?
Working most weddings for an average of 10 hours is pretty hard work. I would appreciate some hot food and a quiet corner when you are also eating. Usually I do not photograph people when they are eating but am always ready for those impromptu moments should any arise when your guests are sat down.
Do you have a contract?
I have a simple contract which ensures there is no misunderstanding between the couple and photographer on the agreed terms and conditions. An often overlooked aspect of planning a wedding is wedding insurance. I do recommend that you take out insurance. These days it is a very cheap insurance policy to take out and I recommend this to you. Here are some useful contact details: Marks & Spencer - 0800 3165985, Weddingplan - 0870 7744055, Debenhams - 0870 7744196.
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