CREATIVE & CONTEMPORARY
WEDDING & COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHER
Hi, I’m a Warwickshire based Wedding & Commercial Photographer living in the beautiful North Cotswolds just outside of Stratford-upon-Avon. I grew up on the south coast where I was inspired by dreamy seascapes and the cosmopolitan buzz of London and Brighton with their endless street photography opportunities. Photography has always been part of my life and has inspired me to travel, explore and visually document the world around us.
MY WORK IS ALL ABOUT “NOW”
After working for many years on campaigns and marketing helping to save people’s lives, I decided to become a full time photographer. Over a decade later I have photographed hundreds of weddings and worked with both small and large companies including global household names such as DHL, the BBC and large public sector organisations such as Local Authorities and Public Health England/UKHSA.
I’ve been commissioned for some very special assignments such as organising world record attempts and capturing architectural/interior design projects. I have photographed royalty and fascinating people from Chancellors to Writers and Broadcasters. My work demands an incredible eye for detail, knowledge, people and event management skills.
When you book me you don’t just hire a photographer, you hire a wealth of experience, incredible people skills and of course someone who can spot a cracking shot within seconds.
I have an absolute passion for wedding, event and commercial photography and feel very privileged that it is my full time job.
A photographer that fits your style
I combine pure professionalism with an unobtrusive friendly approach in order to produce comprehensive, yet intimate and personal imagery. For me it is important that my work captures emotion. My work is therefore both expressive and innovative so I can produce images that clients will treasure forever. It is my aim to capture my subjects naturally with dignity and refinement, avoiding the numerous clichés in wedding photography.
READY FOR ANYTHING
Through developing a wide range of high profile publicity and promotional campaigns for many years I have developed an appreciation of aesthetics and have a keen eye for detail.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BY COUPLES SINCE 2011
I am able to cover a wide range of portrait and event based assignments, either corporate or personal.
UNOBTRUSIVE | FRIENDLY | PROFESSIONAL
The site also includes those very important Testimonials – feedback and reputation is so important which is why a lot of the work I do is generated from personal recommendations. When I am not busy shooting weddings I love to explore the world and have a passion for travel photography.
IT’S ALL ABOUT TELLING YOUR STORY
As a Warwickshire based Wedding Photographer, I want to naturally and unobtrusively capture those key magical moments of the day, from a loving glance that reveals true love to a joke shared with friends, using a combination of photo reportage and fluid relaxed contemporary portrait photography.
Most of the images taken on a wedding day are unposed, but what about those portraits? Most couples who book me love both photo reportage and natural portraits. Couples always remark how relaxed they felt during the portrait sessions and how I made them feel at ease. For the couple, a few moments away from the heart of the wedding day allows for some intimate and quiet reflection together, and of course, for me the opportunity to capture some stunning imagery with natural flair and romance for the biggest love story of them all… yours!
UNOBTRUSTIVE | FRIENDLY | PROFESSIONAL
I combine pure professionalism with an unobtrusive friendly approach in order to produce comprehensive, yet intimate and personal imagery. For me it is important that my work captures emotion. My work is therefore both expressive and innovative so I can produce images that clients will treasure forever. It is my aim to capture my subjects naturally with dignity and refinement, avoiding the numerous clichés in wedding photography.
For most of your big day I will work tirelessly and unobtrusively in the background working in harmony with your family and friends when required, posing only where necessary in order to capture those ‘killer’ shots.
READY FOR ANYTHING
FAQ’S
JUST SOME OF MY FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ANSWERED…
Q. How much do you cost?
I have a wide range of packages and prices on my website. For Business Photography I offer bespoke pricing. For weekday weddings I have a great range of special offers. Feel free to get in touch for a quote.
Q. How far do you travel?
As far as is needed! Within a set range I don’t charge an additional fee for travel costs. Beyond the local area travel costs will be built into your quote. Just drop me a line if you need a price.
Q. How do we book you?
For weddings it’s super easy. Once you know you’d like to go ahead I will email you an online booking form. You’ll then be invoiced for a £200.00 deposit. Business clients will be invoiced for the work.
Q. And the final balance?
For wedding photography the final balance must be paid no later than 2 weeks before the wedding day. Unfortunately, if a wedding hasn’t been paid in full beforehand, I will be unable to photograph your wedding day.
Q. Can you pencil us in for a wedding date?
No, unfortunately due to the number of enquiries I receive wedding photography can only be secured by a deposit and completing the online booking form.
Q. Meetings and venue site visits
I am based in Stratford-upon-Avon and can meet you within my local area or we chat over the phone or through a video call. I have photographed lot’s of venues within the midlands area so I don’t need to visit the locations repeatedly. For new venues, the site will be assessed on the day and I will always arrive early if I need to have a good look around. Lighting changes by the minute so I am able to make split second judgement calls on the best use of available light on the day.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
Q. Do you do wedding albums?
Oh yes! Have a look at my packages for more info. I offer a wide range of albums.
Q. Can we see wedding galleries and examples of your work?
Absolutely! Feel free to use the search function on my site, visit the blog or view the many portfolio galleries.
Q. Are you insured?
Of course! Please always check with whoever you use that they have Public Liability Insurance (Mine is currently £5m) and Professional Indemnity Insurance. Occasionally a venue or event may request a risk assessment, which I am happy to do.
Q. What cameras do you use?
This can vary over the years, however I am currently using the professional grade Nikon mirrorless system and lenses. All modern cameras are capable of taking incredible photos, however I use Nikon due to the colours they produce, the way the files can be edited in post processing and of course the reliability and ergonomics of one of the world’s most trusted camera brands. All cameras feature dual memory card slots in case of failure and of course I bring multiple cameras and lenses on the day!
Q. Do we need to feed you?
This one I like to keep open. However, for full day weddings providing food for me is always appreciated. Most wedding couples nowadays make provisions for the photographer. If you can’t provide a hot meal, it’s always best to let me know so I can bring something to eat.
Q. How long before we see the photos?
For commercial photography the client will be given a timeframe at the time of booking. For wedding photography you can expect your photos within 2-3 weeks of your wedding day.
Q. What about copyright?
Your wedding photos are supplied without watermarks, can be printed and shared with friends. You can of course share the photos on social media (although a credit is always appreciated). Unfortunately, they cannot be given to other suppliers or used commercially without my permission – this includes suppliers using my images on social media without clearly crediting me. For businesses photography the photos can be used as per the assignment i.e. for marketing purposes, print and social etc.
SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL MOMENTS CAPTURED
FANCY A CHAT?
HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
If you would like a friendly chat about your special day, commercial brief, portrait shoot or event, I would love to hear from you! My aims are to exceed expectations in everything I do whilst producing Creative Inspirational Photography.
All the wedding photography images on this site are from actual weddings featuring real people whose big day I have had the absolute pleasure to capture.
Warwickshire Wedding Photographer | Chris Fossey Photography | Midlands Cotswolds UK 