To ensure every story gets my undivided focus, I only take on 25 weddings a year. Most couples invest between £1,750 and £3,000 for their documentary coverage and albums.
Availability is unpredictable – some months book up a year or two in advance, so if you feel I’d be a good fit for your day, I’d encourage you to get in touch sooner rather than later.
This is also the point where I remind you that after the cake is eaten, after the flowers have wilted away everything is transitory – apart from great art, literature, music and photography.
Half day
For the couple who value simple coverage of their day, without the bells and whistles.
I arrive before the dress goes on and I stay until the meal starts. 300+ fully edited images delivered in a private online gallery, plus a curated box of 5 fine art prints to keep. Popular Extras – add a fine art album or coffee table book as a tangible memento of the story of your day.
£1750
COVERAGE
From getting ready until the start if the meal
TIME
Typically 4-6 hours
IMAGES DELIVERED
Minimum 300 fully edited images
TRAVEL
Included within England & Wales
Full Day
This is the package most couples opt for. Complete coverage of your day from a couple of hours before the ceremony until a few dances in.
500+ fully edited images delivered in a private online gallery, plus a curated box of 5 fine art prints to keep.
Popular add ons are a second photographer and fine art album to tell the story in more depth and create a physical document of the day.
£2350
COVERAGE
From getting ready until the dancing
TIME
Typically 7-10 hours
IMAGES DELIVERED
Minimum 500 fully edited images
TRAVEL
Included within England & Wales
UNLIMITED
This is for couples who want to a complete document of their wedding day. The most thorough version of your story, told as honestly as possible.This is the full picture.
Every corner of your day, every moment big and small.
600+ fully edited images delivered in a private online gallery, plus a curated box of 5 fine art prints to keep.
£2750
COVERAGE
From getting ready until the dancing
TIME
Typically 7-10 hours
IMAGES DELIVERED
Minimum 600 fully edited images
TRAVEL
Included within England & Wales
“I can’t tell you how glad we are that we chose him. He was worth every penny and more. Neither of us expected such an array of beautiful photos.”
– Jen & Christopher
What’s included in all wedding packages
My unique style and approach to wedding photography.
Travel within England & Wales.
A pre-wedding get-together (online or on Zoom if you’re further afield) to get to know each other, talk about your day, and how your wedding photography will slot into things.
No questions barred support before the big day to stave off any pre-wedding photography worries – ask me anything, anytime.
Hand-edited, high-quality images within 6 weeks of the wedding.
Downloadable online gallery so that you can share your photos with friends and family.
Access to professional print labs to make sure your prints are of the highest possible quality.
Extras
I realise that all weddings are unique, so there is also the option to add extras onto your packages to create something truly bespoke. Whether you’re having a larger wedding and would like a second photographer to capture more of the action, an engagement shoot to get some images of the two of you.
I love creating tangible records of weddings and don’t really see my job complete until a couple have a fine art album or coffee table book in their hands.
I can also supply parent books, additional print boxes or even mix 35mm film into your wedding day.
Second Photographer
£400 – £600, depending on coverage required
Albums
Fine art albums from £600, Coffee Table books from £350
Engagement Shoot
£250 when booked with a wedding package
Film
35mm Film (or instant film) – POA
Albums & Books
I’ve always thought of myself as a storyteller first. And whilst some of the portraits might look good on a wall, a wall isn’t really where
stories live. A book is.
When you sequence photographs well – when one image leads naturally into the next, when the pacing breathes and the quieter moments sit alongside the bigger ones – you get something that a gallery or a hard drive can’t give you. You get the whole thing. The day as it actually felt, from start to finish, every layer of it.
I use Folio Albums. They’re handcrafted in Yorkshire, hand-bound, printed on archival fine art paper, and built to last considerably longer than either of us. They open completely flat. The images bleed edge to edge. Nothing gets in the way of the photographs.
After your wedding you’ll select your favourite images and I’ll design the book and send you a proof to review. We’ll refine it until it’s right, then it goes to print.
THE FINE ART FOLIO
30 pages, 15 spreads, printed on art white paper with cover debossing or embossing. A proper object. The kind of thing you take off the shelf and hand to people.
THE COFFEE TABLE BOOK
Available as an add-on to any package — A4 portrait format, 25 spreads o f premium fine art matte paper, with a screen-printed fabric cover and matching slipcase. Bold, beautiful, and made to be left out rather than put away.
Both can be ordered before or after your wedding.
Photography That Earns a Second Look
Full day wedding photography that tells the story of your day as it actually happened chaotic, emotional, beautiful, and completely yours.
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FAQ
Style & Approach
What is your photography style?
I’m a documentary and photojournalist-style wedding photographer. I work by observing and capturing what’s genuinely happening, rather than directing or staging shots. Inspired by street photography and cinema, my aim is honest, creative imagery that takes you straight back to the atmosphere and emotion of your day.
Do we need to pose?
Not if you don’t want to. Some couples do want portraits — and I’m happy to do them — but my default is to stay in the background and let the day unfold naturally. If we do grab some couple shots, I’ll usually suggest stepping away briefly during golden hour for something relaxed, unscripted and brief.
Yes — about half of my couples request them. To keep things quick and undisruptive, I ask you to choose a maximum of 10 combinations in advance, and it really helps to have someone loud and organised on hand to wrangle people together!
Booking & Availability
How many weddings do you take on per year?
I limit my diary to a maximum of 25 weddings per year, so every couple gets my full creative energy and a truly personal experience. It also means dates book up quickly — it’s worth getting in touch early.
How do I secure my date?
Once we’ve had a chat and you’re happy with my approach, I’ll send over a booking form and contract and ask for a 20% deposit to hold your date. From there you’ll have my full support right up to the big day.
Do you travel outside of Derbyshire?
Yes — I shoot commissions across the UK. While I’m based in Derby and cover the East Midlands regularly, I’m just as comfortable working further afield. Get in touch and let me know where you’re getting married.
On the Day
Do you cover the morning bridal/groom prep?
Yes — the morning is one of my favourite parts of the day. Emotions run high, personalities come through, and it’s a great way for everyone to get comfortable with the camera before the ceremony. If everyone is getting ready at the venue, even better!
Can you work in low light or unusual venues?
Yes. My documentary background means I adapt to whatever conditions a venue throws at me — from dark cinema venues and ancient Anglo-Saxon chapels to candlelit barns and everything in between. I work with the light and atmosphere of your space rather than against it.
Photos, Albums & Deliverables
Do you offer wedding albums?
Yes. I use Folio Albums — beautifully crafted, locally and sustainably made books. All albums include 30 pages (15 spreads), printed on Art White Paper with cover printing, debossing or embossing. There are several fabric cover colours and designs to choose from. Coffee table books are also available at £350.
Is there a pre-wedding consultation?
Yes — I include a pre-wedding get-together with every booking (in person or on Zoom if you’re further away). It’s a chance for us to get to know each other, talk through your plans, and make sure everything is in place for the day. You can ask me anything, anytime in the run-up too.
Do you offer engagement or proposal shoots?
Yes. I offer engagement and proposal photography sessions across Derbyshire and the Peak District — popular locations include Curbar Edge, the Dovedale stepping stones, and the Monsal Trail. Availability is limited, so it’s worth getting in touch early.
“Simon was so relaxed and unflappable. As plenty of people surely say, neither of us love having our photo taken, but Simon has a calming approach and doesn’t demand anything of you that you don’t want or aren’t comfortable with.”
