Capturing Your Story

Don’t worry this is very common and you have two things to bear in mind; firstly, our approach is very natural, and we are often praised on our ability to blend in and feel like a part of the wedding party, so it shouldn’t feel like you have a photographer following you around. Secondly, trust us, you will be so busy having the time of your life that you will forget that you’re supposed to smile for camera … because you will naturally be smiling! It is our job to catch that and not wait until you are ready and tell you to smile for the photo.

In the entire time (cumulatively 10 years) we have been shooting weddings this hasn’t happened yet, but in the spirit of safeguarding of course know that it is absolutely possible that it could. We have built an incredibly strong network of photographers, so that if for whatever reason we couldn’t attend your wedding, we would find others to send in our place of equal capability. As we say it’s not happened yet, but we have had to cover for others, one with only a few days’ notice when the original photographers contracted a very severe case of covid. Contrary to popular belief a lot of photographers get on well! And because of our social activities with these other photographers, we have developed a very loyal and professional team that look out for each other.

Great question, as it has! Being in an industry that is so reliant on technology you must have backups in place. So, here’s what happened; Simon was at one end of the aisle, I was at the other. First kiss comes, and my camera decides that it had enough, that was it’s time. Simon keeps shooting. And this really does press home the importance of having two photographers. Our equipment is top end, state of the art and there was no indication that it was coming. But because the two of us was there, the moment wasn’t missed. Ceremony concludes and low and behold I have spare equipment of the same top end quality ready to go. Nobody was any the wiser. And that really goes for all our equipment, as more likely to break is memory cards, so we shoot on a rotating basis, regularly changing memory cards so that if for whatever reason a card corrupts, it is has only lost say an hour on one of the cameras (we shoot with 4). Even then we have software that (may) recover corrupted cards. We know important this day is and whilst we can’t absolutely guarantee that it won’t happen, we put as many safeguards in place to minimise the risk.

We will always encourage you to meet us in person where possible before you even book, so you can really get to know us and how we work before you commit to booking. Being able to gel and feel comfortable with your photographer is so important, we want you to have that opportunity that we are the right choice for you. If you then decide to book, to secure your date, we will need a 25% deposit as well as completion of our super easy online booking form, which includes our terms and conditions. Then we leave it until a bit closer the wedding (usually about a month or so before) when you have your itinerary and all the plans buttoned up to get the full details of the day, so we know what’s happening when and where. In the meantime, we encourage you to keep in touch with any ideas or images you see and let us know of anything you would like to incorporate into your day. And we are always here for advice, we have had the pleasure of shooting a lot of weddings, so we get to see a lot, if you have any questions or after any advice feel free to get in touch any time.

We have a fun, natural and candid approach to our work. Whilst we are there to provide a service, our meetings in the lead up to your big day allows us to get to know each other well enough that you feel completely at ease with us around on the big day. Simon and I are often commended on our ability to blend in at weddings. We shoot and edit to a very true to life result, meaning our edit is very natural looking without any heavy edits or styles, something that we like to think will still be pleasant to look at in 50 years’ time when fashionable edits change.

We don’t work on a number of images delivery as this can vary. We say that the more that you have going on in your day, the more images you are likely to receive. If you have a busy dance floor all night with lots of people having fun, there will naturally be more to capture than if the dance floor was to be empty all night.

Absolutely! Whilst the meetings are a great opportunity in getting to know each other, engagement shoots are a great way of getting a feel for how we work and also poses and positions that you like for the big day! For £99 we offer 9 images on location somewhere lovely (we can make recommendations if you don’t have anywhere in mind).

We don’t like surprises and leave nothing to chance so we always scope out the venue before a wedding, we’ll check the lighting, where we can stand for the ceremony, the best locations for group shots and couple portraits, we’ll have the whole thing mapped out, don’t worry. Where possible we try to coincide the final meeting with a joint trip with you to the venue so if you have any areas, you are in favour of you can point them out to us.

We initially send a couple of photos the next working day following the wedding itself, so you have something to announce yourselves with and beat all your guests to the social spam! The initial preview of your full album; it is officially 6 weeks… (more to cover ourselves, if for any reason it takes longer) … unofficially its more like 2 weeks and delivery of everything including prints and sticks etc within 6 weeks.

Of course! Depending on the coordination of the day and where everyone is getting ready will depend on when we get this, but we always aim to get photos of all the decorations, table settings etc before the party starts so you can see it in its beautiful untouched splendor. After all, you have spent a lot of money, time and energy on this stuff, you want photos to commemorate them! As well as these, during the wedding couple prep we also get flat lays and detail photos of special items such as shoes, jewellery, even the perfume and aftershave you’re using for the day!

High resolution images mean higher quality (and larger file sizes) we always give you the option to download from the online gallery in high and/or low resolution. High is more appropriate for print (and you can go really big with these!), low resolution is more suited to online use such as social media due to the smaller file sizes. We do not hold back the high-resolution images for further charges, you have booked us to capture your day in the best quality possible, to us you should receive those without question.

Branding photography is a type of photography that focuses on capturing images that represent a business or brand's values, personality, and purpose. It aims to visually communicate the essence of a brand and create a cohesive look and feel across all marketing materials.

Branding photography is important because it helps to create a strong and recognizable brand identity. Consistent and well-crafted visuals help businesses stand out in a crowded market and build trust with their audience. They communicate the brand's message and values effectively, creating a connection with the target audience that can result in greater engagement, loyalty, and sales.

Any business that wants to create a strong brand identity can benefit from branding photography. This includes small businesses, startups, entrepreneurs, and larger companies. Whether you are launching a new brand or looking to refresh an existing one, branding photography can help you create a consistent and memorable brand image.

During a branding photography session, you can expect to work closely with your photographer to plan and execute a photoshoot that captures the essence of your brand. The photographer will ask you about your brand's values, personality, and target audience to get a clear understanding of what you want to achieve with your visuals. They will also provide guidance on styling, poses, and locations to ensure that the images captured align with your brand's identity.

You should wear clothing that aligns with your brand's visual identity and messaging. This can include colours, patterns, and textures that reflect your brand's personality and values. Your photographer may also recommend specific clothing options based on the location and style of the shoot.

The length of a branding photography session can vary depending on the scope and complexity of the project. A typical branding photoshoot with Dover Media Group will take around an hour or two, depending on the number of locations, outfit changes, and props involved.

Yes, you can use branding photos for a variety of marketing purposes, including social media, website, and print materials. The photos are designed to be versatile and capture the essence of your brand, so they can be used across a range of marketing channels to create a consistent and memorable brand image.

Property photography is the process of taking photographs of a property, whether it is a house, apartment, commercial property or holiday rental.

Good property photography is important because it can help sell or rent out the property more quickly and at a higher price. It also gives potential customers a better idea of what the property looks like before they view it in person.

We use professional-grade cameras and lenses, as well as lighting equipment and tripods to ensure high-quality and well-lit images.

We don't typically stage the property, but we may offer suggestions on how to declutter or rearrange certain items to create a more visually appealing composition.

Yes, we can retouch the photos to enhance their visual appeal, but we strive to keep the photos as natural-looking as possible. Edits and changes to an image will also incur a surcharge.

The length of a property photo shoot can vary depending on the size and complexity of the property. Generally, it can take anywhere from 1 to 3 hours to capture all of the necessary images.

We typically deliver the edited photos the same or next working day after the photo shoot.