Frequently Asked Questions

The sooner, the better — especially for summer weddings in Bordeaux and across Southwest France. Most couples book 6 to 12 months ahead. That said, I sometimes have last-minute availability, so it’s always worth checking.

Once we’ve had a chat and confirmed we’re a good fit, I’ll send over a contract and invoice. A signed agreement and deposit secures the date. That’s it — no faff.

Yes — a deposit locks in your date and means I’ll turn down other work for that weekend. It’s non-refundable, but if you need to move the date and I’m still free, I’ll transfer it across.

Yes — but they’re simple and agreed upfront. Travel within 100km of Bordeaux is included. If your wedding’s further out, I’ll quote travel and accommodation (if needed) when we chat. No hidden costs. No weird extras.

I keep it simple. I focus on what’s actually happening and photograph it in a clean, honest way. Real people, good light, proper timing. I’m there to make sure the photos still hold up in ten years — not just look good on Instagram next week. Which they will btw.

Yes. We’ll get a list sorted in advance and I’ll run through it without dragging things out or making it feel like school photos. Everyone gets in, no one gets missed, and you get back to the bit with the champagne.

Not at all. Most people feel like that. I keep things calm and easy — just enough direction to make you feel looked after, never on display. By the end of the day, couples often say the same thing: they didn’t expect to enjoy being photographed, but they actually did. And the next morning? A few even say they miss having someone making them feel like the stars of the show. And besides, I’ve got emergency champagne in the boot. Just in case.

I shoot on two cameras with dual card slots, rotate memory cards throughout the day, and back everything up to my laptop and a hard drive before I leave the venue. Within 48 hours, everything’s in secure cloud storage too. I wont wipe the SD cards until your final images have been delivered too. If any piece of gear fails, the photos are still safe. I keep backups for at least ten years — because tech fails, but your photos shouldn’t.

You’ll get a preview gallery within 48 hours — something to share, save, and scroll through while the day’s still fresh. The full gallery is ready within 3 to 4 weeks. I don’t rush it, but I don’t hang about either.

Everything’s delivered via a private online gallery. You can view, download, share, and order prints directly from there. It works on phones, laptops, and for grandparents who still double-click everything.

Albums are in the works. For now, I can point you to a few great printers or help you design something once your gallery’s ready. If you know you’ll want one later, we can plan for it when we talk.

We adapt. I always check the forecast, scout backup spots, and keep my gear ready for anything. Some of the best photos I’ve taken were in sideways rain — people laughing, coats flying, and someone holding an umbrella like they’ve trained for it. You’ll stay dry(ish), and the photos will still be solid.

Yes. I carry full professional liability insurance that meets or exceeds all venue requirements in France. If your venue needs proof, I’ll email you a certificate right away.

I keep things natural. I’ll clean up anything distracting like stray hairs, temporary blemishes, or exit signs in the background but you’ll still look like you. Just on a very good day.