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SJ Jones Photography uses a blend of reporter style photography with a traditional twist to capture the beauty of your day in a natural way.
SJ Jones Photography Pricing & Costs

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£1,500
SJ Jones Photography Details

Photography Style

Natural
Documentary
Editorial

Products and Services

Bridal Prep Shots
Back-Up Equipment
Photo Printing
Flexible Hours on the Day
Last-Minute Orders
Stay Through Speeches
Images on DVD
Stay Through Dancing
Large Group Shots
Wedding Albums
Personal Online Gallery
Pre-Wedding Venue Visit
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Digital Editing / Airbrushing
Images on USB
SJ Jones Photography Full Description
Hi, I'm SJ! A documentary wedding photographer from the Isle of Wight who travels across the UK &beyond to capture authentic, timeless images for couples that want a relaxed vibe. Whether you are having a London Wedding at Claridge's, a Chateaux Wedding in France or an alternative diy celebration in your home town, my approach is always the same. To tell your love story! I aim to capture your day exactly as it unfolds without the photography holding it hostage. No awkward poses or hours away from your guests. The small intimate details and moments make up the big memories, and I document them all. I capture the laughs and tears, the hugs with Nan's or shots with Gran's, fingers touching and holding hands. Morning swims, dinosaur masks and dancing in the rain. Dresses hung up, doughnut trucks and rings exchanged. I capture stolen glances, beaming smiles and a tender touch. Wedding photography is not just about taking a picture, anyone with a mobile can do that. It is about capturing human connections, emotions & creating something you can feel. I have been lucky enough to photograph 100's of weddings over the past 9 years & the majority of here on the Island I call home. I grew up exploring the beaches, downs and woodlands, to see it become a Wedding destination in itself is a true joy. I get to share all of my knowledge of the area and natural beauty with our couples and have been privileged to photograph almost every venue the Island has to offer. If you are booking your wedding on our beautiful Island not only do you get a ready-made destination wedding photographer but a few extras too. A calming voice when the nerves kick in, an extra pair of eyes on the running toddlers, a tour guide, an organiser, timekeeper & mover of people or furniture. I've been known to lace up a corset dress in a moment of crisis & soothe a baby in a moment of need. Most importantly you get a champion who is invested in you as a couple, your day and your story.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2015
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
(53)
Maureen
Wedding: August
January 2023
Wonderful memories captured
Absolutely fabulous photos. Some very original and personal. A very discreet photographer- we almost forgot he was there. Certainly would recommend.
Adam & Ella
Happy couple married in June
January 2023
The best around!
What a lovely, lovely business! Every wedding needs SJ Jones Photography - they have been absolutely incredible to work with. Even with Steve and Heather being incredibly busy (no surprise as his work is beautiful!) my messages and questions (there may have been a lot...sorry🤣) were always met with a polite, detailed reply - you can just instantly tell that Steve knows exactly what he's doing and I trusted him completely to do an amazing job. Steve still absolutely exceeded all expectations on the day, he was so organised; he knew exactly what shots we were after, and captured them perfectly; and he's just the nicest guy - a total and complete professional. Thank you so much Steve and Heather, we appreciate all of your time and effort so very much!🥰
Sarah & David
Happy couple married in April
January 2023
Beautiful photos
Steve captured our wedding day beautifully and managed to do so without us really realising he was there most of the time! We're really pleased with our photos - there were more than we expected but yet we didn't feel like we spent the whole day being photographed. I'd recommend Steve for his uninvasive, relaxed style. The end products were beautiful and he was even kind enough to stay well into the evening, beyond his time, to capture our fireworks. Thanks Steve!
Mitch
Happy couple married in May
December 2022
I couldn't recommend him enough!
Steve was amazing! From the first meeting to the actual day and after. All our guests say he blended and mingled with the crowd so naturally and was a pleasure to be around . the care and attention he showed along with the ability to work with you to catch those moments was exactly what we needed on our day, he even catered to the children for their spontaneous photoshoot requests! I couldn't recommend him enough!
Lauren Kirby
Wedding: August
December 2022
Our most recommended wedding supplier
I recommend Steve to anyone I know that is getting married and every single one of them feels the same way about his photography - one of the best choices they’ve made for their wedding day. Because of this, Steve has photographed most of my friend’s weddings, and each time we meet him we’re reminded of how personable, professional and talented he is.
Daisy & Dan
Happy couple married in August
December 2022
We are so happy with our photos
Steve was our photographer for our Isle of Wight wedding in August and did a fantastic job. From the moment we met Steve at our engagement shoot we had full trust that he would do a great job capturing our wedding day. We are so happy with our photos and will always cherish them, would highly recommend Steve for all occasions.
Josie & Mitch
Happy couple married in May
December 2022
I couldn't reccomend him enough!
Steve was amazing! From the first meeting to the actual day and after. All our guests say he blended and mingled with the crowd so naturally and was a pleasure to be around . the care and attention he showed along with the ability to work with you to catch those moments was exactly what we needed on our day, he even catered to the children for their spontaneous photoshoot requests! I couldn't recommend him enough!
Laura
Wedding: May
June 2019
Most relaxed but perfect wedding photographer I've seen.
As the partner of the best man for Conor and Becky's wedding in May it was great to see how relaxed Steve was and just blended in. After the official photos any that we wanted sneaking in, steve was more than happy to snap away! Having seen a few sneak peak pictures, I cNt wait to see the others!
Suzi
Wedding: December
December 2018
Genuine lovely gentleman
We have worked with sj Jones on several occasions now he’s always very friendly polite and professional,and takes many amazing pictures of the beautiful flowers we create for the special day
Matt Digweed
Wedding: August
December 2018
Organised and friendly service!
I play in a band that focuses on weddings and corporate events, so we regularly end up working alongside and meeting other suppliers and businesses in the same field. Weddings are often hard work on suppliers, as nothing short of perfection is acceptable and the hours of preparation often go unnoticed. Straight away I knew Steve was beyond dedicated to the bride and groom, their family, guests and all involved. He gets to know the couples he works with and you could see his work had been influenced by this. I've seen the edited shots and they are obviously beautifully framed and worked and technically great. But, you can be assured you will get a personal service as well. He wasn't intrusive or overbearing, and still managed to capture naturally beautiful and well presented photos. Memories to cherish!
SJ Jones Photography Location & Contact Details

Address

Newport, Isle of Wight, England, United Kingdom

Nearest Town

newport

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FAQs
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What is your most memorable wedding?

I couldn't pick just one! Every wedding and couple is unique in there own way and I love that! My favourite weddings though are the ones that are just for the bride and groom and really reflect their personalities.

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

relaxed, natural, creative, photo ninja, fun,

What about your business are you most proud of?

That I am trusted to document one of the most important milestones in a couples life together, it is the biggest honour!

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

This would be simply, be yourselves! Its your day and should be a reflection of that, don't let tradition and what you "should do" dictate your day. Do what makes you happy and you'll have an incredible day.

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

There are too many to have a favourite but at a recent wedding a bride and groom hand made personalised shot glasses and filled with sweets to use as name places instead of a table plan, I loved that and have mine in my office! I also had a bride and groom that had a reading made up entirely of disney film quotes, it was incredibly creative and moving and a moment i'll never forget!

Describe your typical process with a couple.

This really does change with each couple as I approach every wedding and couple as unique. Typically though I like to meet with a couple first and make sure we are the right fit for each other, as a photographer you spend a large part of the day with the couple and they need to feel relaxed in your company. I use this time to go through previous work and determine what they like and dislike. Hear about plans for their day, ideas they have and discuss the best way to shoot the day for them. I give them info on how i typically shoot a wedding and safeguards i have in place on the day and after. If they decide to book I get them to fill out an information sheet, contact and most wanted shots form. I take a minimum £100 deposit and the remainder payable any point up to 1 month before the wedding. If any couples have images they would like to recreate I ask them to send them through to me as and when they like. If they would like a pre wedding shoot we usually do this between 4&8 weeks before the big day. If I've not been to the venue before I will visit before the day (sometimes with the couple) so I have an idea of the layout and best locations to shoot. I shoot all day capturing every moment of the day. After the day I edit all unique images and place on a usb inside a wooden keepsake box and also supply them with an online gallery to order prints, canvases or photobooks. Most weddings will take 8-12 weeks to complete and deliver.

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

Thats a difficult question!! The one that best shows their love of each other in the most natural way possible! That picture can't be posed or planned but I aim to find those moments at every wedding and capture them as they happen!

What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?

Bring an umbrella and embrace the rain! Its still the happiest day of your life rain or shine, and we can capture some incredible images you'll treasure for a lifetime.
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