Photography Beverley Thomas


seen some strong, striking images emerge. Vintage came back into fashion; negative space is used to produce interesting images, particularly if you have a great landscape around the couples, black and white documentary styles are popular once again. Candid fun shots are also popular along with informal. No matter what style of wedding you choose, or which trends you prefer, your wedding photographer should focus primarily on the atmosphere of your wedding day and aim to capture the details, personal touches and emotions of your special day.


How soon before their wedding should couples book their photographer?


Couples tend to book up at least a year in advance. Once they have chosen a date, a church and a venue, the photographer is usually next to get booked up. Certain dates get very popular and I personally will not do two weddings a day - it’s just not possible. So if you have a particular photographer that you really want to spend the day with you, then book early to avoid being disappointed.


a great keepsake and great for your family and friends to look back on in future.


What’s the most memorable wedding you have photographed? How could I choose? I will always remember my very first wedding with fond memories and over the years I have met so many amazing couples with fantastic families. Each wedding is different in its own right - you might have a bride who knows exactly what they want, then again, you might have one who is camera shy and amazes you on the day because they photograph really well. Perhaps there are a few that stand out, such as an unexpected gun salute, a pair of Llamas in attendance or letting off balloons on a busy beach, a firework display lighting up the night sky, images taken in beautiful castles and parks, even some arrive in different transport. Each one you can see the hard work that has gone into preparing their wedding day. I have so many wonderful memorable memories that it’s been a pleasure to capture everyone’s special days.


Which part of your job gives you most satisfaction? I am a humble type of photographer who feels that hard work and determination has got me where I am today in my career along with the wonderful people I get to meet so my job satisfaction comes from word of mouth and the moment I hand over the wedding album package and see the emotion on the couple’s faces. When they smile and are teary eyed looking intensely at every image, reliving the day all over again, says to me all the hard work, the hours editing, has all paid off at that point. I ’m fortunate to be able to do a job I love, the couples allowing me to be part of their special wedding day, they put their faith and trust into me to create memories for them to look back on in years to come. Another part of job satisfaction is seeing the wedding planner and my couples featuring their own stories in the Tenby Observer wedding planner.


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How many meetings beforehand do you suggest couples have with their photographer?


I first meet the couple to show them a body of work and explain what I do. When they decide they like what they see, I will then discuss a list of images to be captured. Some couples may want an engagement shoot, then that can be arranged; also this is good for people who may be a bit camera shy and uncomfortable in front of the camera - it gives them a little peek of what to expect. Finally two weeks before the big day I meet up again to finalise everything.


And do couples now prefer to have more traditional images or ones that are candid and fun?


It is important to have a mixture of informal traditional and fun candid photographs. You have such a wide age range attending weddings that catering for everyone gives a variety of different images.


What advice would you give couples looking to book a photographer?


I would definitely advise you to budget and seek a professional photographer who you feel comfortable with. Preferably, you should ask to see their work and discuss your particular style. There are some great photographers out there and you would look to pay anything from £995, for a lifetime of priceless memories. A great tip is make sure also that you understand what’s included in your package, as it could be costly in the long run.


I would also advise couples that if you are fortunate enough to be asked to appear in this wedding planner, then find the time to complete the questionnaire the paper sends to you. Seeing your story in print is


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