Your Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wedding - Page number 55 - August/September 2021 (Issue 90)

Local photographers reveal their top tips for large and small weddings SNAP HAPPY STONE PHOTOS LET’S CONNECT: 07956 393 844, www.stonephotos.co.uk www.facebook.com/StonePhotos www.instagram.com/stonephotosphotography Loren Stone is a wedding, portrait, event and commercial photographer based in Maidenhead, Berkshire. “What was lovely about shooting smaller weddings that took place during the pandemic was the extra time that couples had on the day to enjoy to themselves and also venture off with me as their photographer to have portraits taken of just the two of them. Now that larger weddings have resumed, the pressure can be on to fit as much as possible into the day. Allow a bit of time, just the two of you, for relaxed couple photographs to be taken at different points during the day. There’s nothing better than a stunning sunset shot or a backlit photo taken at night.” - Loren “Having so many guests to chat to on your wedding day now that numbers are no longer limited on larger weddings, you’ll be forgiven for wondering if you’ll have time to see everyone! Make sure you allow plenty of time during your day to chat with all your guests, don’t make your schedule too tight. Relaxed, reportage photos of you and your loved ones make wonderful keepsakes.” - Loren “Think carefully who you choose to give a speech - you don’t always have to go with tradition. Pick somebody who can captivate your guests and make them laugh because some of the best photos of people laughing at weddings are taken during the speeches so you want someone who can command the room and induce much merriment.” - Loren “Think outside the box when it comes to entertaining your guests. Why not arrange a fun activity for everyone to take part in - you’ll be surprised how much your guests will love it and the photos will be awesome!” - Loren “Make the most of being able to get ready with your mum and bridesmaids and have your chosen photographer present during this. It’s such a perfect start to your day and the photos will help to remind you of the fun that you had. Just try to keep the room as tidy as possible because the photos will show up any mess in the background! - Loren HC VISUALS LET’S CONNECT: 07791 631 876, www.hc-visuals.com www.facebook.com/hcvisualsfilm www.instagram.com/hcvisualsfilm Scott Haslett is the owner of HC Visuals Videography based in Buckinghamshire producing bespoke wedding and commercial films capturing priceless moments and memories. “Not hiring a videographer is the number one regret that I hear from most couples after their wedding.” - Scott “A film can tell the story of the day in a way that photos can’t.” - Scott “Wedding videography captures the sights, sounds and emotions of the day.” - Scott “It allows you to relive all the special moments, and the ones you may have missed, over again.” - Scott “You can re-watch your day for decades to come and share your memories with your children and grandchildren.” - Scott “If a picture speaks a thousand words then imagine what a film can do.” - Scott WHAT ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF BOOKING A QUALITY WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHER? PHOTOGRAPHY 55 