Francis J Smith Photography

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  • £850Price from
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Hi, I'm Francis 👋
Creative
Laid-Back
Witty
I’m an Award Winning Wedding Photographer based in the Southside of Glasgow.
Francis J Smith Photography Pricing & Costs
£850 - £1,750
My pricing is ranged from - what I call - wee weddings (just the ceremony and couples photos) to the full day. Any extras like albums and USBs can be discussed during the initial enquiry.
Full day package
From
£1,750
• Preparations (2 hrs before ceremony) to the First 5 Dances. • 850 Digital Images • Digital Online Gallery • 200 Preview Images 24 hours after ceremony
What's included
Wee Wedding
From
£850
From 30 minutes before the ceremony until one hour after the ceremony for group photos and the couples shoot. Digital Online Gallery 300 images. 40 Preview images within a day.
The Quarter Day
From
£1,250
• Ceremony (30 minutes before ceremony) to the Speeches (before dinner) • 600 Digital Images • Digital Online Gallery • 100 Preview Images 24 hours after ceremony
The Half Day
From
£1,500
• Ceremony (30 minutes before start) to First 5 Dances. • 700 Digital Images • Digital Online Gallery • 150 Preview Images 24 hours after ceremony
Francis J Smith Photography Details

Photography Style

Modern
Artistic
Natural

Products and Services

Bridal Prep Shots
Back-Up Equipment
Online Proofing
Photo Printing
Flexible Hours on the Day
Stay Through Speeches
Images on DVD
Stay Through Dancing
Large Group Shots
Online Shop
Thank You Cards / Photo Stationery
Second Shooter Available
Wedding Albums
Personal Online Gallery
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Images on USB
Francis J Smith Photography Full Description
My approach is to create natural, relaxed and candid images without you and your partner having to lift a finger. I go for a documentary style so I can capture the real emotion moments from your day without being too invasive. I’ll be there to guide you on your wedding day without you feeling like you need to pose or stand a certain way, I’ll be there to make sure you need a moment if everything is too stressful, and I’ll be there to make sure you get all the memories captured so you’re not missing anything.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Francis J Smith
Hi, I'm Francis and I'm a photographer. I'm genuinely quite laid back and don't like the thought of you getting stressed on the day. My favourite photos are the ones that happen in the moment. If you are wanting to find someone that will blend into the background and not get in the way, or someone who can natter at you with popular culture trivia from the 80s and 90s then i'm your guy.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2015
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
(22)
J and C
Happy couple married in October
October 2023
Captures moments beautifully
Francis is so talented and a dream to work with. We have only recieved the preview gallery and I already have favourites. He has an amazing way of capturing candid moments you didn't realise were happening at the time and it's such a joy to see the genuine smiles and happiness from our guest s and family. He's a pro. Super organised and the results are are amazing!
Senga + Andy Japp
Happy couple married in August
September 2023
Where Do I Start?
Where do I start? Booking Francis as our wedding photographer was one of the best decisions we made, and now we have the most beautiful keepsakes of our day. He captured beautiful photos for us in our pre wedding shoot and kept in touch with us on the run up to the wedding, getting every detail he could to ensure a smooth running of our day. Not only does Francis have an eye for capturing incredible pictures, he also made us feel incredibly at ease. Professional, friendly and talented we couldn'
Lesley + Craig
Happy couple married in August
October 2023
My husband and I
Myself and my husband cannot recommend Francis enough. I was quite nervous on the day and don't really like getting my picture taken however Francis takes such natural photos and helped put us both at ease. We loved the preview photos he sent us, which was very quick, and cannot wait to see the rest!
Stephanie + Craig
Happy couple married in July
October 2023
Hire Francis!
I should start by saying that i spent a longgggg time looking at different photographers for our wedding, and once i'd seen Francis' work I instantly knew I wanted him to capture our wedding! Still thanking the stars he was free on our date. We aren't really picture people, as in, we don't take or pose for hundreds of photographs, but getting them taken on the day was just so much fun. Francis is beyond lovely, puts you at ease, and just takes really great photos. We couldn't be happier with ou
Stephanie + David
Happy couple married in May
October 2023
Francis was brilliant on our wedding day
Francis was brilliant on our wedding day and we are delighted at our preview photos! He made us feel very relaxed and has managed to capture some amazing candid shots. He spent a good amount of time getting to know us as a couple before the big day which was great. We cannot recommend him highly enough and I’m looking forward to seeing the rest of the photos!
Paula + Grant
Happy couple married in March
October 2023
All our photos are so natural
Francis done our wedding photos 4 years ago and we love them! We loved the candid style of Francis’s photography and our photos did not disappoint. All our photos are so natural, and look so classy. In November last year my brother had him for his wedding too, so they clearly loved his work at our wedding as well ❤️
Francis J Smith Photography Location & Contact Details

Address

Glasgow, Glasgow City, Scotland

Nearest Town

Glasgow

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M8

Nearest Train Station

Glasgow Central

Nearest Airport

Glasgow Airport

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Frequently Asked Questions
(10)

What is your most memorable wedding?

Probably my first. You never forget your first time. The stress, the panic, the fear of mucking up. It was my friends wedding so I didn't actually know a lot to expect. So I would photograph EVERYTHING. My friends were so understanding and allowed me to have full creative control, and got some amazing shots that I look back and feel proud of to this day. It was in the beautiful (and sadly no longer with us) Glue Factory in Central Glasgow. It was so wonderfully laid out with some amazing rustic and huge rooms and I wish I could relive that day again.

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Filmic, dynamic, engrossing, storytelling, and nostalgic.

What about your business are you most proud of?

That I'm the sole business owner and work for myself. Plus winning Photographer of the Year at the Confetti Awards was a huge moment for me.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Always get wedding insurance.

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

For one wedding I saw that each table was named after a classic horror movie, and each table was decorated with old worn VHS tapes. I definitely want to try something like that when I get married.

Describe your typical process with a couple.

Every process is different. I prefer to chat about what you like and don't like. I'd rather we spoke to see if we are a perfect fit. It's best we get along first and

What is the No. 1 photo that you think every couple should take?

One photo of you together sitting down having a breather. Cause you won't have a moment alone until you go to sleep. It's best to take that moment just to chat about what you felt that whole day.

What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?

I once photographed inside Edinburgh Zoo and the couple posed beside the Penguin pen. There must have been about 50 penguins all in the background of the image and was something I'd never forget.

What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?

Flat shoes. Especially if we go out in the grass once it's dry. Wouldn't want to get your feet all muddy!

Describe how you got into photography.

I studied photography in college and my interest took off from there. I was naturally quite creative growing up and loved making things. I learned to sew quite early age and used to love mending any clothes or items that were worn or ripped. I used to always draw comic book characters like Spider-Man and Batman on my school books. Even now I still try and learn something creative every year. So far I've learned; barbering, film making and script writing. Who knows what I'll learn next.