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about james

I am a creative photographer based in Harpenden Hertfordshire. I've documented weddings around Hertfordshire and throughout the UK. I feel priviliged to be part of a couples wedding day and excited when discovering interesting venues and exploring the opportunities they create.

I shoot contemporary, natural and undirected photography building a rapport with your guests as I blend into your day. I believe its about letting your day flow freely capturing moments that you'll remember forever. This is achieved through my unique eye, full coverage and attention to detail. I will only ever take you aside for a short period. Here we create a timeless and intimate collection of images that truly add to the story in your beautiful book.

My other passions are photographing sports and action. For me, the same concepts apply. Its about capturing emotional moments with graphic, colourful and inspired compositions.

Educated to degree level and a member of the Canon Professional Network, I am a passionate, relaxed and enthusiastic guy. I love working with couples that want to invest time into making their wedding truly memorable, allowing spontaneity to shine through on the day.

I look forward to hearing your thoughts and talking through your wedding.

James

Portrait by Matt Johnston photography - www.mjohnstonphotography.co.uk

Engagement Shoot

The engagement shoot takes place four to six weeks leading up to your day where we creative relaxed and fun portraiture. I encourage you to bring along your ideas and share your thoughts on the photography you like so we can combine this into the session. This will set the style of the shoot. For example, you may want to have it with your young children or a themed engagement shoot like 1970′s or based on a idea you have. Alternatively you may just want to have some quality portraiture of you both before the day. We will use the shoot to build a rapport between us and get you used to having a camera pointed in your direction. We can use the opportunity after your session to walk around the wedding venue in preparation for the day. Here you can ask for advice and tips from my experience shooting past weddings. Alternatively, we can explore and shoot in a place of significance to you both or somewhere completely different depending on what you like and where you feel inspired.

After viewing the final photographs on this site, you will be able to choose one image which will be framed and displayed for your guests to see on the day. I work with Ultimat Frames who design and manufacture stunning frames and mounts for the Fine Art and Photographic Industry. The sample available below is available to view when we meet. To see the latest engagement shoots click here.

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