Questions couples ask

I’m based in Manchester and film weddings all over the UK, with UK travel included. I’ve filmed in London, Cornwall, Devon, Norfolk, Yorkshire, County Durham, Hampshire, Wales and Scotland. Weddings outside the UK are welcome, with travel quoted on request.

Documentary and story-led. I film your day as it happens, without posing or staging, then shape it into a film built around the real voices of the day.

My films start from £2,500, and most couples spend between £2,500 and £3,500 depending on what they add. Everything’s laid out in my information booklet, which I’ll send over when I check your date.

Super 8 film, an Archive Film of everything filmed on the day, a Scrapbook Camcorder for your wedding party, an extra filmmaker, and extra coverage for longer days or additional events. Full details and prices are in my information booklet.

Your story film runs from around 7 minutes. Some run longer. The runtime is always whatever the story needs.

Yes, with bespoke options available on specific dates. Get in touch with your plans.

Yes. Super 8 is real vintage film, added to your film. It’s woven into your main film and cut into its own 60 to 90 second short.

No. For most of the day I work quietly in the background and let things happen naturally. During getting ready and portraits I’ll offer light direction if it helps.

Most couples tell me this. My approach is calm and low-key, and a lot of people forget I’m there after a while. You don’t need to perform, just be yourselves.

Yes. Church weddings usually mean three separate locations, and I need to be at the church around 45 minutes before the ceremony to set up. That often means leaving right when dress shots and reveals happen, so for church weddings I’ll almost always recommend a second filmmaker.

Closely and respectfully, staying out of each other’s way. My style works best alongside documentary photographers, but a more posed or editorial photographer is still workable. Just mention it when we chat so I can plan around it. Take a look at a blog I wrote, How I Work With Photographers.

I carry multiple cameras, lenses and audio recorders, so filming carries on if anything fails. I hold public liability insurance and can send documents to your venue. If I’m ever unable to film your wedding, I’ll do everything I can to find a replacement with a close style, and if that isn’t possible you’ll get a full refund, including your booking fee.

I license all my music through Musicbed, a catalogue of high quality tracks by real artists. Chart songs can cost thousands to license properly, so this lets me match the mood of your day legally. I’m always happy to take guidance on the feel you’re after.

You’ll get a short teaser soon after your wedding. Your finished films follow within the timeframe in your package, typically within a couple of months.

Most couples start with a relaxed discovery call to talk about the day. If you already feel sure, you can book straight in. A booking fee secures your date. Want to know what a Discovery call is like? Take a look at What a Discovery Call Is Really Like.

Many couples book around a year ahead, especially for summer Saturdays. Shorter-notice dates do come up, so it’s always worth asking.

Yes, plenty. You can read them on Google and Trustpilot.