Wedding / portrait / event photography prices & options

Wedding Photography

I love shooting weddings! It is always such a privilege to be part of your big day. Admittedly as every wedding photographer will tell you, weddings are hard work, but for me they are one of most exciting occasions to photograph, as there is always so much love and laughter to capture. My photographic style can be described a mixture of reportage with a touch of creativity and fun. I strive to capture your wedding story and intimate moments as they happen, without being too obtrusive. If possible, I would like to meet you in person before your special day to hear about your wedding plans and dreams in more detail.  It is useful for me to know what kind of style of wedding photography you like and if there are any special shots you would like me to take. For the day itself, I’ll be there first thing to capture the bridal preparations and stay until the party starts. I love capturing the spirit of the evening event, so I will happily stay past the first dance for no extra charge (though a glass of wine is always appreciated… :-)) To view shots from some recent weddings, please see www.bygaya.com/photography/weddings

Price list

Standard wedding photography package

My standard package includes a pre-wedding meet, photography on the day and a DVD containing the images. In addition, your photos will be available on-line so that your guests can view and order the prints at their leisure. – from £850

Wedding album

Let me tell your story by creating a beautiful, hard cover wedding album with your favourite 50 shots. Your album will be printed on a professional photographic paper. You can order multiple copies for your family and friends (bulk discounts available). – from £250

Wedding website

As well as working as a photographer, I am also an experienced website designer. I can set up a sleek blog-style website for you (see example). You can use your wedding website to provide all the information for your guests, tell the story of the proposal and get RSVP’s before your big day. Following the day, the website will provide a forum for viewing the official photos and guests’ comments. After returning from your honeymoon, you can keep the buzz going by sharing your photos and experiences with your wedding guests. You can choose to make your website private or open to public. I will sort out the initial set-up (as I know you can get busy before the wedding) and teach you how to update it yourself with photos and information. – from £300

Wedding invitations and other custom design work

Are you having a themed wedding? Do you need help designing your wedding literature – from wedding invitations, through information pack, fancy sitting plan to thank you cards? I can help. I have lots of graphic design experience from my web and print design business, bygaya.com. Get in touch and let me know what your vision is.

Engagement shoot

Engagement sessions are a great way for couples to celebrate their commitment, for us to get to know one another as well as for you to get more comfortable in from of a camera (especially if you’re camera shy!). It will be a memorable and fun experience at the end of which we will have a wonderful set of photos of you as a loving couple. Your engagement shoot can be taken in the professional studio or outside (for instance, your favourite place or where you met!). It will take about 2-3 hours maximum. £300

Travel costs

I’m based in Oxford so for shoots at locations outside of Oxfordshire, I’m afraid that I have to charge for the travel costs. Please contact me for an estimate. Please get in touch to find out more…

Maternity, New Born & Family Photography

If you and your partner would like a momento of those special days before your new arrival, then I’d love to capture it! (For examples, please see some photos from Danaye and Mark’s shoot or Magda and Chris’s). After the birth, come back with your new born or toddler to capture this precious time. We normally do the photo shoot at a professional studio in Oxford; alternatively I can come to a location of your choice. I’d recommend that we spend 1-2 hours. You can choose from two packages:

  1. £60 per session including one 10x8in print. More prints and canvas prints will be available online from £10/per print OR
  2. £190 per session for all digital files on a memory stick

In addition, I’m happy to put together a photo album or provide individual prints at additional cost. Please get in touch for more details.

Event & Commercial Photography

Please enquire for a details but as rough guide, I charge £100 per hour, though I don’t clock watch so please enquire for a fixed quote. All photos are provided on DVD and I’m very happy to provide prints at cost-effective rates.