Andrew Sansom Wedding Photography | Wedding Photographer in Berkshire Blog

Have you considered a Winter Wedding?

Thu, 1 Jan 2009 10:24:29 GMT

Many couples are now choosing to have their Weddings outside the traditional Summer/Autumn season. Having photographed many Winter Weddings in Berkshire and neighbouring counties, the main benefits of a Winter Wedding appear to be: - they often cost less � if it is a t a quiet time of year your venue may charge considerably less than during the summer. The exception to this is during December when venues are targetting Christmas Functions. - Guests are unlikely to be on holiday which is always an issue in the summer - A Wedding near Christmas, or Valentines Day can be even more romantic than a Summer Wedding - Having a �Honeymoon in the Sun� is even nicer when it�s cold at home

Can a single male think like a Bride?

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 09:25:20 GMT

I haven�t been electrocuted like Mel Gibson in What Women Want so I can�t read the minds of normal women, let alone Brides. But as an experienced Wedding Photographer in Reading, I am getting better all the time at understanding Brides and doing what I can to help alleviate worries on their Wedding Day.

Ten Tips to save money on your Wedding - Tips 6 to 10

Tue, 7 Oct 2008 09:22:22 GMT

It depends where you read it, but the average cost of a Wedding is typically estimated to be anywhere between �17,000 and �21,000. That�s a lot of money given how worried many people are about the economy. As a Wedding Photographer in Berkshire, I haven�t noticed any reduction in enquiries or bookings, but I have noticed several ways couples are saving money. I thought it would be helpful to share these with you, as well as links to three sites with other suggestions on how to reduce costs.

Ten Tips to save money on your Wedding - Tips 1 to 5

Sat, 4 Oct 2008 15:52:24 GMT

Why should we use a Professional Wedding Photographer in Berkshire?

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 10:30:10 GMT

If you need to cut costs on your Wedding Day, your Wedding Photography should not be the cost that is cut. Marriage is for life, and you want your Wedding Memories to be for life as well.

How much should a Wedding Photographer in Berkshire cost?

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 10:29:48 GMT

Unfortunately the answer to this is �How long is a piece of string?� It is essential to clarify what is actually included in the price when asking for quotes. Every Photographer seems to charge differently which often makes comparisons difficult. You need to be very clear about what you want, and make sure the photographer explains everything clearly.

It's a Nice Day for a Wet Wedding

Mon, 8 Sep 2008 10:03:56 GMT

It�s the one Wedding variable that no-one has control over, and is therefore always a worry in the lead up to any wedding. What if there�s bad weather?

I don't like having my photo taken!

Mon, 8 Sep 2008 10:03:16 GMT

�My fianc� is photogenic but I�m not�. �I always close my eyes in photos�. �I want to look taller than normal� (also known as Tom Cruise syndrome). �I don�t like how my smile looks in photos�. �I just don�t like having my picture taken�.

Should we still be flying?

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 12:50:01 GMT

My love of the new experiences that travel provides is one of the main reasons I became a photographer. However, like many others, I also try to be as environmentally sound as possible. How can I justify travelling, particularly long-haul, while claiming to be green?