But here’s the thing: choosing the wrong photographer is one of the biggest wedding day regrets couples have.
Whether you’re planning a countryside celebration at Arley Hall or an intimate garden ceremony at Combermere Abbey, your photographer is by your side for most of the day, so the right fit matters more than you think.
Let’s walk through the top 5 mistakes couples make when hiring a Cheshire wedding photographer, and how you can steer clear of them.
Mistake #1: Choosing Based on Price Alone
Why it happens: Weddings are expensive. And when you're juggling dozens of vendors, it's tempting to treat photography like a checkbox.
Why it’s a problem: After the cake is gone and the flowers fade, your photos are what remain. A photographer offering cut-price deals might be inexperienced, lack backup equipment, or miss the emotional moments that truly matter.
✅ What to do instead:
Look at full wedding galleries (not just Instagram highlights), read testimonials, and ask questions about their process. You're investing in a legacy, not just a service.
👉 Want to see how I capture real love stories? Explore my full-day "Run Wild" package here.
Mistake #2: Not Understanding Their Style
Why it happens: Most couples haven’t worked with a professional photographer before. So they choose someone with “nice” photos… without considering how those photos were made.
Why it’s a problem: Some photographers pose every moment. Others work in a documentary style. If you want relaxed, natural photos but book someone whose style is bold and editorial, you might feel out of sync on the day.
✅ What to do instead:
Ask to see 1-2 full galleries, and notice how the photographer captures movement, emotion, and light. Read their about page or Instagram captions - do they sound like someone you’d feel comfortable with?
📸 My style is romantic, natural, and documentary-led. I’ll guide you when needed, but mostly, I let the magic unfold naturally.
Mistake #3: Skipping the Connection Check
Why it happens: You fall in love with the portfolio and forget to ask yourself—do I actually feel comfortable with this person?
Why it’s a problem: You’ll spend more time with your photographer on your wedding day than almost anyone else. If there’s a personality clash or awkward vibe, it will show in the photos.
✅ What to do instead:
Book in a video call! You want someone who puts you at ease, makes you laugh, and feels like a friend (with a camera).
💬 I offer free, no-pressure chats before booking, just to make sure we’re a good fit. Get in contact now, and we can plan a chat together!
Mistake #4: Forgetting to Ask About the Timeline
Why it happens: You assume your photographer will just “go with the flow.”
Why it’s a problem: Without a solid photography timeline, you might miss golden hour portraits or feel rushed during key moments.
✅ What to do instead:
Ask if your photographer helps with planning your photo timeline. They should build in buffer time, know when the light is best, and gently keep things running on track—without making you feel rushed.
🕊️ As part of all my packages, I'm here to help couples plan their timeline around the light and the flow of the day, so everything feels seamless and relaxed.
Mistake #5: Not Thinking About How You Want to Feel
Why it happens: Couples focus on how the photos look, but forget to consider how they want to feel on the day itself.
Why it’s a problem: If you feel stiff, rushed, or overwhelmed, your photos will reflect that. The best wedding photos happen when you're fully present and relaxed, not performing for the camera.
✅ What to do instead:
Choose a photographer whose vibe matches yours. Do you want fun and outgoing, soft and romantic, or a bit of both? Ask how they approach the day, are they hands-on or more documentary?
✨ My approach is calm, grounded, and unobtrusive. I quietly document the real story as it unfolds, capturing those in-between moments you didn’t even realise were happening.
Check all that apply:
☐ We want our photos to feel natural and unposed
☐ We’re planning a romantic, elegant wedding in Cheshire
☐ We don’t love being in front of the camera
☐ We want someone to gently guide us but let us be ourselves
☐ We love soft light, warm tones, and emotion-filled storytelling
👉 If you checked 3 or more… we might be a perfect match. Let’s chat!
Final Thoughts:
At the end of the day, your photographer should do more than deliver beautiful images. They should make you feel seen, supported, and celebrated, on a day that goes by in a blur.
If you're searching for a Cheshire wedding photographer who blends a natural, romantic style with a relaxed documentary approach, I'd love to learn more about your story.
💫 Explore my “Run Wild” full-day package
📩 Or get in touch to check your date
Let’s make something beautiful together.
