Adding a second photographer.
I shoot many weddings on my own and a second photographer isn’t always necessary, but there are times when having a second photographer is invaluable. I would recommend adding one to your package:-
If you would like to have both morning preps photographed.
I always photograph bridal breparations, but if you would like to have two full sets of morning preparations captured I would advise booking a second photographer. I can shoot both preps if you are getting ready at the same venue (or if the venues are a maximum of 5 minutes from eachother and the timings fit).
If you are planning a church ceremony.
With a church ceremony, a second photographer really comes into their own and there are multiple benefits of having one! They can be with your partner at the church beforehand and they can also photograph your guests arriving while I stay at bridal prep. A second photographer at church can get alternative angles from the back/on the balcony/at the sides whilst I am at the front so you will get full coverage of your ceremony. They can also offer different perspectives for the confetti shot.
If you have a large number of guests (120+)
When your numbers are big, I recommend adding a second on to your package because it allows us to be in two places at once. There is so much going on with a large wedding, having two photographers makes it much easier to work the room and document all the different moments and stories that happen.
Here are some examples of when it’s been worthwhile have a second photographer on the day…
Shooting this bouquet toss from the side allowed me (main photographer) to set the scene and include all the beautiful scenery too!
…while Nik (second photographer) positioned himself in amongst the girls to capture Vanessa’s reaction! Both of these photos would be perfect on their own but having a second meant we could be in two places at once and tell the story from different perspectives!
Photo Credit: Nik Bryant
Being at the front (main photographer) meant I had this angle when Eoin and Ness said I do…
…while Nik (second photographer) had this one! Both images were delivered but having a second at the back definitely helped here!
Photo Credit: Nik Bryant
While I was at the front for this confetti shot (main photographer)…
Charlotte (second photographer) was at the back to get a reverse angle.
Photo Credit: Charlotte Giddings
If you choose to book a second shooter, they will be with you from morning preparations right through to your speeches.
You will also receive 30% more photographs!
I have a network of amazingly talented second shooters who are all wedding photographers in their own right and who are capable of leading a full wedding on their own.
A good second photographer really is worth their weight in gold!