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Tell couples about your experience and approach
I describe approach is warm, relaxed and unobtrusive, ensuring your moments remain natural, authentic, and unscripted. If you are a little photo-shy, I specialise in making you feel comfortable in front of the camera.  My style is relaxed documentary photography and focussed on people and moments, complemented by the family photos that matter to you, and special signature couple portraits.
Are you super chatty or will be you be a fly on the wall?
I will always be working hard to capture authentic natural photos and I will always aim to be as unobtrusive as possible.   I like to keep things natural, so you won't find me jumping in and staging moments, but to capture those lovely unscripted moments it's also important that I'm not just a fly on the wall.  I also love to interact with you and your guests when it's the right time, but part of the skill is also knowing when to give people space.
What can couples do to get the most out of their wedding photography on the day?
It always pays to plan ahead together!  

One of the best things you can do is to keep in contact and ask me any questions you have as you make your plans.   Thinking ahead about timings and the locations for your photos will really pay off.   It really helps save time on the day and make sure that we are as organised as possible. 

On the day, the biggest pieces of advice I can give are to be yourselves, and make the most of the day! It goes quickly, so make sure you have time for the two of you. 

You could also consider an engagement shoot.  It helps us to get to know each other in advance of your wedding day and helps you get used to being in front of the camera - especially if you have not been photographed professionally before!
What are your artistic influences?
I was lucky enough to train with some fantastic wedding photographers who gave me a great grounding in different styles of wedding photography.  I describe my own work as warm, natural, and timeless.   My portrait work includes a nod to classic vintage photography styles and when I am not photographing weddings I love to take vintage portraits in the style of photographers like George Hurrell who was the master of Hollywood portraits in the 1930s and 40s.
What was your favourite wedding shoot, and why?
It's impossible to pick a single favourite out of many wonderful occasions.   I have been lucky enough to capture many special days at stunning venues, and I love some of the wonderful locations and backdrops that my home city of Oxford has to offer.   Ultimately though, Weddings are about the people and shared love and joy my favourite weddings are always those where this connection shines through.
What kinds of moments are you looking to capture?
I really love to capture authentic, natural moments
What's the most important thing couples should know about you before they book?
I always like to talk to my couples in advance before booking so we can get to know each other and we know what to expect on the day.
Which venues have you worked at?
Oxford Town Hall • The Cherwell Boathouse, Oxford • The Perch, Oxford • Milton Hill House, Oxfordshire • Lains Barn, Oxfordshire • Heron’s Farm •  Great Fosters, Berkshire • The Isis River Farmhouse, Oxford • Coseners House, Abingdon • Barnet Hill Hotel, Guildford • Wadham College Oxford • Corpus Christi College Oxford • Brasenose College Oxford • Trinity College Oxford • Crown and Thistle Abingdon • Christ Church College Oxford • The Randolph Hotel, Oxford • The Bodleian Library Oxford • Merton College Oxford • The Vineyard Hotel, Newbury • Beaconsfield Register Office • Oxford Register Office • University College Oxford • Oriel College, Oxford • Henley Register Office
What is your bucket list for amazing venues you’d love to work at?
I have been fortunate enough to work at some memorable locations in Oxford already including Christ Church College and the Bodleian Library.    I would love to add The Ashmolean Museum and Rhodes House to the list.  Further afield I got married myself at the wonderful Burgh Island Hotel in Devon which is a place very close to my heart.
Additional terms
1) Photographer retains copyright
2) Photographer will not provide RAW files or unedited images
3) For any wedding over 4 hours a suitable hot meal or agreed substitute will be provided for the Photographer, any assistant, and second photographer if hired. 
4)  Formal photography window - The Clients agree to set aside an agreed window for the taking of family groups and couple photographs.

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