Michael Love Photography, Londonderry

NORTHERN IRELAND WEDDING & FAMILY PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER

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It’s our memories and experiences in our heart that make us unique. For me, it’s the memory of my first kiss at an outdoor activity centre; sitting on the edge of the Grand Canyon; two years travelling Australia and of course my own wedding in Rome! Every event, experience and moment has fuelled my desire to be a photographer.

THE WEDDING EXPERIENCE
CONGRATULATIONS!
If we're going to be friends then here's everything you need to about my approach and why all of my couples fall in love with their photos...

I want every bride and groom to feel special, that they're my top priority and most of all, excited about their wedding photography! This is why I have created a service that offers each unique couple an incredible experience.

It's important to me that you know that my service goes way beyond the 10 hours I spend with you on your wedding day. I'm always on the end of the phone or an email if you need any help or advice on your wedding planning (and check out my blog for loads of info too!).

DISCOVER YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER
Every love story is unique and I love capturing the images that illustrate yours. I'll be there to record all the love, laughter, tears, excitement and crazy dance moves of your big day.

My couples usually book me around 1 to 2 years before their big day so my diary tends to fill up quickly. You've arrived here from searching the internet or more likely a recommendation from a friend or wedding co-ordinator who love my work. A lot of my couples find all the info they need about my photography from reading all about me, browsing real weddings on my blog and checking my pages of advice to help you plan your special day.

I'd love to chat over the phone or you can call out to the studio to have a coffee and a browse through my favourite albums. I offer a choice of wedding collections or we can create a bespoke collection tailored perfectly to your day. If this sounds ideal for you then get in contact here and rest assured that once you're booked you can relax knowing that I'll guide you through everything.

LET'S GO FOR YOUR ENGAGEMENT SHOOT
Let the fun begin! I know you both want to feel relaxed in front of the camera, especially on your wedding day, and that's important to me too, as the most natural and timeless moments happen when you're able to be truly you.

On your engagement shoot we'll get to know each other, you'll get used to being in front of the camera and we'll create beautiful images to adorn your walls at home, or surprise your wedding guests with gorgeous signing book filled with your favourite engagement images.

READY FOR YOUR DAY
I always ensure everything moves as smoothly as possible on your wedding day so the prep begins a few weeks earlier when I get in touch and send you my pre-wedding questionnaire. This gathers all the info I need to photograph your day and ensure myself and my second photographer are ready to capture all your treasured moments.

ON YOUR DAY
I love to be early to arrive at bride's homes on wedding mornings to soak up the atmosphere and capture the little moments that begin your story. I'll usually arrive around 2 ½ hours before you're scheduled to leave for your ceremony, and my second photographer will arrive around an hour before your groom is due to leave.

Throughout your day we'll be capturing the emotions, love and tears of you and your guests in as natural and unobtrusive way as possible. I like to provide minimal direction and instead just let you both be yourselves, wrapped up in each others arms. Your day will be unique and I love to tell your story with authentic images that you will treasure for years ahead.
I believe that your wedding photos should tell the complete story of your day so we stay all the way from bride & groom prep in the morning through to your bridal dances in the evening. We'll also head outside in the evening to create stunning twilight portraits that are the perfect finale to your wedding album!

AFTER YOUR DAY
I know you can't wait to see your wedding photos, and I can't wait for you to see them either! I'll curate a gorgeous sneak peek of around 20 images that capture the spirit of your day and that you can share with your friends and family to announce your nuptials online.

Your full gallery will be edited beautifully and ready within six weeks, you'd be able to call out to my studio for a coffee and to choose your favourites for your wedding album. We'll also decide on your album cover design and create your gorgeous studio box to store your heirloom for the years ahead.
After you have viewed your photos they will be uploaded to a private online gallery that you are free to share with friends and family around the world. They can relive the excitement of your day and even order prints to be delivered straight to their front door.

FAMILY PHOTOS
Family life is amazing! Every family is different and I love being allowed a glimpse inside their lives, to watch the love and happiness shared between the children and their parents. It’s a privilege to see the dynamics within a family, the pride of the parents having fun with their little, and not so little, ones, and the occasional dash of sibling rivalry.

I offer a range of shoots to cater for families at every stage in their lives, from beautiful maternity and newborn sessions, celebrating first birthdays with a fun cake-smash and lifestyle portrait sessions to watch them grow through the years. We will create a stunning collection of portraits that you will cherish and proudly display in your home for many years.