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Over 25 years experience of providing polite professional photography on time and on budget.
Dominic Parkes Photography Details
Photography Style
Documentary
Classic
Artistic
Modern
Products and Services
Bridal Prep Shots
Photo Printing
Flexible Hours on the Day
Stay Through Speeches
Images on DVD
Stay Through Dancing
Large Group Shots
Wedding Albums
Digital Editing / Airbrushing
Pre-Wedding Venue Visit
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Back-Up Equipment
Last-Minute Orders
Dominic Parkes Photography Full Description
I believe my journalistic background gives me an edge when photographing weddings. I am very aware that my images will be viewed many times and have to reflect the day, and not be remembered for a photographer that kept ordering them around!
I ensure that the feel of the day, formal and more relaxed moments, are all captured in a calm and professional way. Being a full-time professional photographer I am less formulaic than some wedding photographers and can attend for an hour, or the whole day. I can supply a DVD of high resolution images, a Photo book of the day or a bound leather album of colour (or black & white) prints.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
1995
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
FAQs
Find out a bit more from our FAQs
What is your most memorable wedding?
A pagan blessing at Stonehenge a few years ago.
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Unflappable. Polite. Calm. Focused. Witty.
What about your business are you most proud of?
I am not just a wedding photographer so I enjoy the opportunity to attend a happy event and supply images that reflect this.
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Make sure you can get on with the photographer. Having minimal prior communication and then a double-sided A4 list of 'must have' shots on the day is not ideal. It is preferable to have built up a rapport before so I have an idea how to obtain the images that you really want.
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
A parachutist landing and handing over a military sword for the cutting of the cake (Heath and Safety meant the sword was hidden in his landing zone) but it was impressive.
Describe your typical process with a couple.
Communication is key so we have telephone calls and at least one face to face meet prior to the day.
What is the No. 1 photo that you think every couple should take?
No definitive shot but it is always nice to obtain a relaxed shot of the couple away from the crowd.
What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?
Not terribly original but the bride wearing wellie boots with her flowing white dress under an umbrella with her groom. It was a wet day and we could only laugh.
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
An umbrella and a sense of humour. Agree a plan B.
Describe how you got into photography.
An interest at school which was nurtured by a teacher who saw a genuine spark. Decided against Uni and set up in business after Sixth Form.