Aberdeen Wedding Photography for the quirky couples and the quiet types
Oh, hey! You're here! And you're planning a wedding (gulp)!
You've found the one person who makes you feel the most yourself, and you're about to spend a day celebrating everything you love about them (and everything they love about you).
These are memories you want to keep.
You want wedding photos full of your own personalities. You want real moments snapped as they happen. You want a photographer who will document the details, celebrate the smiles and embrace your whole day in a colourful, creative and gently unobtrusive way.
HELLO, nice to meet you!
Hi! I'm Sarah, and I'm an Aberdeen wedding photographer - and, yes, I travel all across Scotland for love.
Tell Us More About Your Style of Wedding Photography!
I believe weddings are about celebrating who you really are. Ditch traditions which don't resonate with you; add in aspects which fill you with joy.
If you love a raucous party, let's dance; if you're quieter types, keep things low-key and relaxed.
Your day should be true to you.
And your wedding photographs should be true to your day.
While I will absolutely take posed-but-playful group shots (how often do you have everyone important to you gathered in one place? Let's record that), and, yes, I will snap some detail pics (you've put a lot of thought into those finishing touches) and please let me sneak you both off for fifteen minutes of couple portraits (they're the first ones you'll print and frame), for the most part I let your day unfold around me and I document what I see.
I'm there to show you the beauty of what really happens.
And let's take a moment here to nod to the Scottish weather. Sometimes it's sunshine and sometimes it's storms - if you'll embrace the rain, I have a weather-sealed camera and I will stomp in the puddles to show you your story.
How Do We Book Our Wedding Photography?
As simply as possible! Here are the steps to booking your wedding photography with me:
1. we Chat
Hopefully this page has answered most of your questions, and, for a lot of couples, they're happy to skip straight to booking. But, if you have anything you need to ask or if you would just like to put a face to my name and check we get along, we can set up a video call or have a chat via email.
2. you Book
Once you're happy to go ahead, I'll send you an invoice, a contract and a short booking in form. Weddings booked more than six weeks in advance are secured with a 25% deposit (with the remainder due one month before the wedding); weddings booked at short notice are secured upon full payment.
What Happens Next?
From an official paperwork and process point of view, what happens next is that two months before the wedding I send you a questionnaire confirming all of the details and asking you ALL about your plans. I'll also offer you a Zoom call to go over everything face-to-face and, generally, just to big you up and get extremely excited with you.
From an UNOFFICIAL point of view, please do keep in touch with me in between because I'm nosey and I'm excited and I love hearing all about your plans! I am also here for your questions and to listen to your ideas, any time they occur to you.
Would You Like to See A Full Wedding Day?
we love this, but How much does it cost?
full day wedding photography
Up to 10 hours
£1400
£1400
Half Day wedding photography
Up to 5 hours
£900
£900
optional add ons
Additional time: £180 per hour
Second Photographer: £350 for up to 5 hours; £500 for up to 10 hours
Pre-wedding photo shoot: £200 (within Aberdeen; other locations will incur travel charges)
Second Photographer: £350 for up to 5 hours; £500 for up to 10 hours
Pre-wedding photo shoot: £200 (within Aberdeen; other locations will incur travel charges)
Oops, is this more than you were needing? You can find out more about my teeny-tiny short coverage packages over here.
what is a second photographer and why might we want one?
A second photographer (or "second shooter") is, well, a second photographer present on the day.
All of the second photographers I work with are wedding professionals who take on these jobs between their own bookings (and I do the same for them) - this means that you are getting a whole load of additional high quality photos of your day for a fraction of the cost of booking us separately.
Do you need a second photographer? They're an optional extra, but, if your photos are important to you, it can be a great investment. Second photographers allow me to focus on you and your I Do Crew, safe in the knowledge that somebody else is dotting around your guests, getting all those gorgeous candids. The more guests you have, the more important a second photographer will be.
If you're getting ready for the wedding at different venues and would like prep photos of both of you, a second photographer is essential.
Why Might We Need Extra Hours of Wedding Photography?
Ten hours of photography is plenty for a standard Scottish wedding. But your wedding isn't standard - it's special!
If you're planning to start the day watching the sunrise, dipping in the sea, or even just walking the dogs or grabbing coffee from your favourite cafe, whether together or with your nearest and dearest, you may need to add on extra hours.
If photos of the dancing and late night celebrations are very important to you, or you would like to wind down after the party by doing a quiet evening activity together (no, not THAT), you may need to add on extra hours.
If these ideas appeal to you, you can check sunrise, sunset, moonrise and tide times here.
what is a pre-wedding shoot and why might we want one?
Pre-wedding photo shoots - also known as engagement shoots - are a photo session of up to one hour in length, giving you the chance to meet me and to get used to being in front of the camera.
For couples who feel uncomfortable being photographed, I know they sound like some form of torture, but they're invaluable for putting you at ease before the big day - and I promise that everybody is surprised by how much fun they have!
Pre-wedding shoots also give you some lovely photos of the two of you to pop in with your invitations.
But, mostly, it's just really, really lovely to spend a bit of time hanging out together and chatting about your wedding plans so, by the time I turn up to photograph your celebration, we already feel like old friends.
Pre-wedding sessions take place on school days and Sundays within Aberdeen. Additional dates may be available by arrangement - I'll always try to squeeze you in!
Would You Like to See Some Pre-Wedding Photo Shoots? I've got you:
I will never pressure you to book anything you don't need, but if you're undecided about extra hours, second photographers and/or pre-wedding sessions, I'm here to talk it all through with you.
FAQs About Aberdeen Wedding Photography
can we have multiple locations?
Yes, you can. Prep, ceremony, reception - these may all be in different places. If you would like to sneak away somewhere special for couple photos, we can do that, too.
I very consciously don't run a car, but I will either travel between venues with you or your guests or I'll hop in a taxi. We can talk about this as part of your planning process.
How Will We Receive Our Photos?
Your photos will be delivered digitally via a secure online gallery which you are welcome to share with your loved ones. Your gallery is live for one year, giving you ample time to download all of your images. Professional quality printing is available via this gallery, however this is optional, and you may print your downloaded images elsewhere, if you prefer.
When Do We Pay You?
For weddings booked more than six weeks in advance, you pay a 25% deposit to secure your date and the remaining balance one month before the wedding. For weddings booked with under six weeks' notice, the full payment is required upfront.
Are there any hidden costs?
Nope, it's all right here on the screen.
Are you inclusive?
I'm certainly trying my best to be! I'm right here scribbling in Sharpie over the top of all this bi-erasure I receive, so I'm HERE for LGBTQIA+ couples. I'm also here to support and celebrate with neurospicy folk, disabled people and anyone from marginalised groups.
Let's Talk Weddings!
Thank you! I'll be back in touch ASAP!
Not a fan of contact forms? You can also email me at sarah@windsweptstories.com.
