Viola Jay Photography

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Hi, I'm Viola 👋
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"On our special day Viola was such a calming presence and everyone mentioned not only how lovely she was but how subtle she was too in capturing the magical moments."
I'm a super chilled out person and pride myself in making couples feel comfortable in front of the camera, I'd be pretty rich if I got some dosh for every time someone told me they were terrible in front of a camera. Theres no posing going on around here, I use prompts to get the best out of you and to help you relax. The majority of my time on your wedding day I become a guest with a camera, I'm always told they didn't see me capturing moments.
Viola Jay Photography Pricing & Costs
£300 - £2,200
I like to keep things simple here, no hidden costs. I have a full day package and an hour by hour option for smaller, intimate elopements. You can find aaaaall the details over at www.violajayphotography.co.uk
Full day package
From
£2,200
The package that tells the story of your day. From prep until dancing I’ll be there to capture it all.
What's included
Up to 9 hours coverage
Private online gallery with unlimited downloads
Welcome pack
Zoom call
Luxury print pouch with fine art prints
Sneak peeks within 1 week of your wedding day
Full gallery delivered in 8-12 weeks
400+ images
Viola Jay Photography Details

Photography Style

Modern
Documentary
Natural

Products and Services

Digital Editing / Airbrushing
Images on USB
Large Group Shots
Stay Through Speeches
Photo Printing
Online Proofing
Personal Online Gallery
Flexible Hours on the Day
Stay Through Dancing
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Bridal Prep Shots
Back-Up Equipment
Second Shooter Available
Online Shop
Wedding Albums
Videography Available
Viola Jay Photography Full Description
A UK and destination wedding photographer, a hopeless romantic and professional third wheeler who loves to capture aaall of the feels. I want to be there to capture all those little moments as well as the big ones of your wedding day, for you to treasure for a lifetime

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Viola
Heeey! You are wedding planning? Huge congratulations!! This is such an exciting time, it can feel a little daunting at times, so many options. My advice is to take your time, don't rush. Plus if you book me for your photography you'll receive my 80 page welcome guide that will give you LOADS of ideas how to get the best from your wedding day. If you are feeling overwhelmed, after a few big things are ticked off your list, you'll feel so much better... good luck. Can't wait to hear from you xxx

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2019
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
Reviews
(14)
(14)
Shelby and Joel (Via Google)
Happy couple married in January
July 2024
our wedding photos are nothing short of the best!
It's not enough to say how talented of a photographer Viola is. Not only did she capture our wedding day with the most beautiful photos we could've ever imagined, but she's also just a genuine and kind human being. She not only made us feel comfortable upon meeting for the first time on our big day, but made us feel like we'd been old friends and that's the kind of soul that brings out the best in anything; and our wedding photos are nothing short of the best!
Julie (celebrant, Via Google)
Wedding: March
July 2024
unobtrusively and discreet
I had the pleasure of working alongside Viola recently at a wedding. During the ceremony she was everywhere she needed to be but unobtrusively and discreetly. The photos that she has captured of the day are beautiful- she has captured so many spontaneous, relaxed moments when the fabulous couple are looking at their finest. I wholeheartedly recommend her without reservation
Evie and Josh (Via Google)
Happy couple married in May
July 2024
the talent is unreal
Where to even begin - the first thing to say is thank you thank you thank, Viola, from the bottom of our hearts. From the moment we first got in touch to our zoom consult to our engagement shoot to our wedding day, you made us feel super comfortable (as two awkward souls) and like we’d known you for years, which is so important. When I first saw the engagement pics I knew we’d picked the right woman - the talent is unreal! On our special day you were such a calming presence and everyone .....
Lauren and Phill (Via Google)
Happy couple married in July
July 2024
Viola made us both feel really special
We had our wedding in September 2023 and Viola captured the day perfectly. Viola is a very relaxed, professional and very talented photographer and the photos really are incredible. Viola captured the amazing colours from the gardens and had some amazing ideas for some shots that will be loved by us forever. The group shots were enjoyed by everyone and we loved everything about the planning, the day and even the beautiful gift box with our 5 top picks. Viola made us both feel really special.....
Ruthie and Kate (via Google)
Happy couple married in July
July 2024
experience shooting with LGBTQ+ couples
We were drawn to Viola as a photographer because of her talented eye, way of capturing natural and intimate moments, and experience shooting with LGBTQ+ couples. But what really sets her apart is that she truly "gets" you as a couple--she captured all the parts of our wedding we spent the most time and energy on and that weren't necessarily noticed by others but that *we* loved. Somehow without telling her any of them, she caught all of them! Looking back at the photos feels like immersing .....
Natasha Leigh
Happy couple married in September
September 2023
Viola you were amaZing from start to finish
Viola you were amaZing from start to finish, from the surprise gift before our wedding to our amazing photos we have just got this week. WOW is all we can say- we absolutely love every single one of them & you captured our day perfectly… You made us both at ease and we had fun We can’t thank you enough! Xx
Bethany Glaze
Happy couple married in September
September 2023
overjoyed with the memories she captured
I’m sat here trying to find the words to describe how talented and lovely Viola is. Her style of photography is timeless and the moments that she captures are truly stunning. To feel emotional over a picture says everything to what she is capable of. Me and my now husband chose her for our wedding photographer and we couldn’t be more overjoyed with the memories she captured for us forever. Couldn’t recommend her enough!
Ash
Happy couple married in September
September 2023
Wow. What a breath of fresh air you are, Viola!
Wow. What a breath of fresh air you are, Viola! My wife found Viola’s work through Instagram and within no time at all we were discussing our plans through video calls (as we all had to). We could just tell from a 15 minute call that we wouldn’t be choosing anybody else. Her portfolio of work is stunning. It is vast, creative and you can tell just how much love and time goes into her shoots. Within 5 hours of her leaving our wedding, we already had 10 samples emailed over to us as sneak peaks
Arien Starkey
Happy couple married in September
September 2023
she delivered some absolutely beautiful images
When I was recommended Violaphotography, I knew right away that she would be the perfect photographer for my wedding. It was really important for me to have in-the-moment and candid photos, and she delivered some absolutely beautiful images. Her work is truly amazing, and I am beyond happy with my photos. From helping me into my dress to interacting with guests, she went above and beyond for us throughout the day, and her warmth really made the experience that much better.
Multiple Twin Mum Plus1
Happy couple married in September
September 2023
On our day she was an absolute 💎
We found Viola from another Photographer that was already booked up for our wedding day and they recommended her to us and I’m a true believer in things happen for a reason and they sure did!!! Before the day we had our pre wedding shoot and meeting Viola definitely put us both at ease ready for the day and we loved our photos.
Viola Jay Photography Location & Contact Details

Address

Shawbury, Shropshire, England, United Kingdom

Nearest Town

Shawbury

Nearest Motorway & Junction

A53

Nearest Train Station

Shawbury

Nearest Airport

Birmingham

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FAQs
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What is your most memorable wedding?

it's not the most lavish venue, it's not the most expensive wedding, It's not a wedding with a supermodel couple.... but a wedding where the couple were MY people!!! A couple I would chose to be friends with, ones I'm sad we wouldn't be chatting any more after thyme got their gallery. The connection to my couple is EVERYTHING. My best work comes from when I connect with them... slide into my DM's and I'll follow you back to get to know you some more.

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Warm, relaxed, joyful, emotive, fun

What about your business are you most proud of?

that somehow, THE BEST couples around seem to find me... I am so lucky!! And that I built it form nothing, completely solo with no previous business experience, during maternity leave I decided to follow my passion and here we are today.

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

Do you!!! with every aspect, want to elope? do it!! Want a big country estate wedding? do it!! Make a list of what's your priorities, and book things in order to ensure your budget is spent where it really matters to you. Get confetti.... lots of it!!

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

a personal letter to each and every guest at their table place. I think this also helps only inviting those who you really want there, and those who have supported your relationship thus far... your wedding is not a meet and greet.

Describe your typical process with a couple.

you enquire, I'm available (I hope), we chat on the phone or zoom, decide if we are right for each other, get you booked in (whoop). You'll receive a welcome pack with my 80 page welcome/wedding planning guide (saaaay whaat), maybe a pre wedding shoot, wedding day, previews within a couple of days, full gallery in 8 weeks, a special surprise through your letter box a few weeks later.

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

Confetti .... it's the WOW shot if done right.

What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?

This is FULLY covered in my 80 page welcome guide
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