PHOTOGRAPHY 57 N DAVIES PHOTOGRAPHY An interest in photography was piqued for Nick Davies when he studied the subject at school using 35mm film. Despite opting for a different career path, this interest was reignited in 2013 when he began using digital cameras and exploring the potential of a more modern format. By 2016, the interest had become a passion, which took a turn when his best friend asked him to be best man and photographer at his wedding. “It was quite a challenge to start a new career combining both on-thejob experience and photography courses, but it’s escalated into something I could only ever have imagined,” he says. How would you describe your photographic style? “I’m a natural, relaxed, informal photographer producing a light and bright style. I work with the couple and around their day, not intruding but capturing the events as they unfold. I prefer the candid moments rather than the formal staged images. Every couple, including their guests, compliment my friendly approach and ability to blend into the party.” A friend of ours had two photographers on their wedding day. What are the benefits of this? “Although this isn’t something I offer as part of my standard package, I do work with second photographers on request. This is beneficial to you as they can capture different angles of certain parts or moments throughout the day such as guest reactions during the ceremony or speeches, while I focus solely on you. A second shooter can also be useful during bridal or groom prep and guest arrivals.” www.ndaviesphotography.co.uk PHILIP BEDFORD WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY Philip began shooting photographs at the age of seven when his parents bought him his first camera, but it wasn’t until around a decade later that he started to take it seriously studying the subject at college before continuing at the University of Brighton. After graduating in 2009, he knew he wanted to start his own wedding photography business, and hasn’t looked back since. How would you describe your photographic style? “I use a fun and creative approach to help you feel comfortable while being photographed. I work in a subtle and discreet way, shooting candid wedding photography and capturing events as they happen throughout the day. Your wedding is unique to you and although reportage photography should be part of the day it shouldn’t interfere with the rest of your plans. So, we’ll work together to get beautiful pictures of you both, capturing all the details as well as getting the family together for a few formal, or informal, group shots. “When you look back at your wedding photographs with your children and grandchildren, I want the pictures to remind you not just of what the day looked like, but also how it felt to share such a special time with everyone you love.” There are so many photographers out there, how do we choose the right one for us? “I’d recommend having a look at reviews and testimonials on a photographer’s website, to see some kind words that other brides and grooms have said about their work. You could also check out Google and Facebook reviews. “It’s also important to get some perspective on different pricing scales, depending on your budget. Look at the work of a photographer who charges a few hundred pounds next to the work of one who charges a few thousand pounds. You’ll see a vast difference in the quality of the work and those with more experience will charge more. “Finally, always ask to view a full wedding gallery so you can see the complete range of photographs they shoot, not just the ones on the front page of their website or Instagram.” www.pbweddingphotography.com FIND OUT MORE www.pbweddingphotography.com @prbedford FIND OUT MORE www.ndaviesphotography.co.uk @ n_daviesphotography
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