1st Class Wedding Photography & Videography

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Hi, I'm James 👋
Friendly
Relaxed
Creative
Looking for a wedding photographer or videographer who will capture the natural beauty and emotion of your special day? Look no further than my documentary wedding photography or cinematic videography
Say 'I do' to timeless memories with our award winning documentary wedding photography or videography services. I will capture the candid moments, emotion and detail of your special day, creating a truly unique and personal story for you to treasure forever. Don't settle for generic posed shots, let me capture the real you. Contact me now to book your date and receive a special discount of up to £200 off your 2024/2025 wedding!
1st Class Wedding Photography & Videography Pricing & Costs
£895 - £2,195
Simple award winning coverage to all day coverage of photography or videography or a combination of both.
Full day package
From
£1,195
Gold Package Bride preparation (2 hours pre-ceremony through to 1/2 hour after the first dance (max 8.30pm).
What's included
Bride preparation (2 hours pre-ceremony through to 1/2 hour after the first dance (max 8.30pm)
Professional Image Editing
Online gallery with digital download of edited images and sharing for guests.
Optional ordering of albums and prints from your gallery after your wedding.
Silver Package
From
£995
• 1/2 hour pre-ceremony coverage for arrivals through to 1/2 hour after the first dance (max 8.30pm).
Gold Plus Package
From
£1,745
Photography + Highlights video Bride preparation (2 hours pre-ceremony through to 1/2 hour after the first dance (max 8.30pm)
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1st Class Wedding Photography & Videography Details

Photography Style

Documentary
Modern
Natural

Products and Services

Bridal Prep Shots
Back-Up Equipment
Online Proofing
Photo Printing
Flexible Hours on the Day
Last-Minute Orders
Stay Through Speeches
Stay Through Dancing
Large Group Shots
Online Shop
Second Shooter Available
Photo Booth Available
Wedding Albums
Personal Online Gallery
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Digital Editing / Airbrushing
Videography Available
Images on USB
1st Class Wedding Photography & Videography Full Description
Welcome to 1st Class Wedding Photography & Videography! My name is James, and I'm absolutely thrilled at the thought of joining your wedding day to capture every moment!. Fuelled by a passion for seizing authentic moments and backed by over a decade of experience, I excel in crafting enduring memories for couples, particularly those who might shy away from the camera. My journey into the realm of wedding photography and videography was preceded by a rich career in graphic design, photo editing, and commercial photography. This extensive background in the visual arts refined my attention to detail and enriched my grasp of composition, color, and the art of visual storytelling. Transitioning from commercial photography, I found my true calling in wedding photography and videography, allowing me to channel my artistic talents into immortalising love stories. This unique blend of knowledge and experience sets my work apart in the bustling wedding industry. My ability to capture and preserve your wedding through an artistic lens guarantees that each photo and video transcends mere moments, becoming timeless memories for you and future generations. My keen aesthetic sense, paired with advanced technical editing capabilities, ensures your wedding memories are captured with a polished, professional, and distinct style that truly makes them stand out. Over 10 Years of Capturing Love Stories A Decade of Dedication to Wedding Photography and Videography My journey in full time wedding photography and videography spans over ten years, during which I've developed a keen eye for the beautiful, fleeting moments that make your day special. My experience ensures that I capture your love story with elegance, flair, and authenticity, making me the ideal choice for couples seeking natural and heartfelt wedding photos and videos. Your Local Venue Connoisseur Expertise in Local Wedding Venues Having worked in most local venues, I bring an insider’s perspective to your wedding day

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: James Stenlake
I'm absolutely thrilled at the thought of joining your wedding day with my camera gear ready to capture every moment! My style? Think of it as a cocktail of documentary and modern twists, capturing your day discreetly. Before you say "I do" to me as your photographer/videographer, take a whirl through my portfolio and rave reviews on my website. And for a sneak peek behind the scenes, stalk me (in a totally non-creepy way) on Facebook and Instagram

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2013
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
(83)
Amelia and Joseph
Happy couple married in March
March 2024
Amazing professional service with a quick image turnaround
Absolutely amazing service. Friendly and blended in really well with the guests. He managed to get some amazing images that were really natural and was amazing with the kids, getting them playing games and pulling faces. He made our day so special, would 100% recommend
Response from the supplier
Thank you so much for your kind words and the glowing review! I'm thrilled to hear that you were pleased with the service and the quick turnaround of images. It was my absolute pleasure to blend in and capture those natural, candid moments. I'm so glad to have contributed to making your day special. Your recommendation means the world to me.Thank you once again for trusting me
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Kayleigh and David
Happy couple married in January
February 2024
Wow I loved these guys, amazing photos and amazing on the day!
I had my wedding on 19th January 2024, it was everything I wanted and more. When I planned my wedding the photography was my biggest thing, you don’t get to take much home physically from a wedding- you have the memories but with time these fade. Photographs keep these memories alive to last a lifetime. I found making the decision so hard as I was messaged and bombarded. 1st class wedding stood out because they were natural shots with some artistic images worked in, the fusion video was the icing on the cake. I didn’t want hours of footage just the highlights and this seems like the perfect package for me. On the day James was there on time with Sam, they were amazing! Made all my my guest feel comfortable, got the shots I wanted and so so so many more. They were friendly and fitted in just like my wedding guests. Thank you for helping me to enjoy our day! The photos came back perfect and I couldn’t believe my eyes when they came back within 4 days after my wedding. James and Sam took a whopping 2200 pictures and provided them in black and white as well. And they are stunning! I’m over the moon with them and can’t stop looking through them! Thank you so so much to you both James and Sam for not only the amazing photos but for making me feel so comfortable and being able to enjoy my whole day! Can’t wait for the video now xxx
Donatella and Lamar
Happy couple married in January
January 2024
The best wedding photographer!
James, we can’t begin to thank you enough for capturing our wedding day. From the minute I came across James’s website I knew he was going to be the perfect photographer for us. During our wedding James went above and beyond what we could have ever expected and hoped for. James was so professional, kind, patient when we were running behind schedule and helped coordinate all our pictures. James even brought us sparklers and a bottle of bubbly for us to use in our photos. After less than a week our photos were ready and they are absolutely beautiful. We couldn’t have asked for anything better. The drone shots captured, the candid moments, absolutely phenomenal. I would highly recommend James. Thank you so much for everything
Hayliegh Gasston
Happy couple married in December
March 2024
The best picture and videos
Such a lovely man such a talent of what he does honestly, highly recommend him for videos, pictures everything I would like to thank him personally he was fantastic The pictures are beautiful the videos were spectacular Super job. Thank you so much xx
Mr & Mrs Hewitt
Happy couple married in November
January 2024
Perfect wedding day!
James was absolutely amazing on our wedding day! He made the day soo easy and knew exactly what he was doing all day. My husband was nervous all morning and James helped him keep him at ease and was just an absolute star. Half the time we didn’t even realise he was there! Everything just felt so effortless as he took photos all day. He collected us a few times to get the perfect shots when the lighting was right, but otherwise just blended into the background and captured the natural moments of
Mel & Will
Happy couple married in November
November 2023
Perfect wedding!!
James was absolutely amazing on our wedding day! He made the day soo easy and knew exactly what he was doing all day. My husband was nervous all morning and James helped him keep him at ease and was just an absolute star. Half the time we didn’t even realise he was there! Everything just felt so effortless as he took photos all day. He collected us a few times to get the perfect shots when the lighting was right, but otherwise just blended into the background and captured the natural moments of the day. We cannot recommend James enough and are so excited to see our pictures! Thanks again! Mr and Mrs Hewitt x
1st Class Wedding Photography & Videography Location & Contact Details

Address

Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, England

Nearest Town

Wellingborough

Nearest Motorway & Junction

M1 Junction 15a

Nearest Train Station

Wellingborough

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1st Class Wedding Photography & Videography Press & Awards
(19)

Industry Awards (3)

Guild of wedding photographers
Silver Award for the Best of Bridebook Awards 2024
Global Wedding Awards: Best Wedding Photography Services 2018 - Northamptonshire

Accreditations (13)

Global Wedding Awards - Best Modern Documentary Wedding Photography Business 20
Rock my wedding – Receommended Supplier 2022
Silver Award for the Best of Bridebook Awards 2024
Lux Weddings - Best Wedding Photography Services 2018 – Northamptonshire
Wedisson 2022 Winner
Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers
Bark Wedding Awards - Certificate of Excellence 2019 Winner
Global Wedding Awards – Best Wedding Photographer & Videographer (Northamptonshi
Global Wedding Awards – Best Wedding Photographer & Videographer (Northants 2023
Wedisson 2023 Winner
Global Wedding Awards – Best Wedding Photographer & Videographer (Northamptonshi
Guild of wedding photographers
Gold Bridebook Wedding Award Winner 2022 - Certificate of Excellence

Bridebook Awards (3)

Frequently Asked Questions
(10)

What is your most memorable wedding?

The best man and the wedding breakfast plates, ask me about this

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Modern, unobtrusive, relaxed, natural, professional

What about your business are you most proud of?

Getting high quality results no matter the weather and venue.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

Have an unplugged ceremony

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

A wine box with letters inside stating what made the couple want to marry each other. To be opened and read and the bottle opened if a major argument was likely to cause a split or at their 10th wedding anniversary.

Describe your typical process with a couple.

relaxed and fun

What is the No. 1 photo that you think every couple should take?

Champagne spray

What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?

Bride on horseback

What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?

Not to worry I am fully experienced and able to cope during rainy days.

Describe how you got into photography.

Blame mum for that one

Bridebook Benefits

Bridebook Special Offer £200 off my Gold Packages or Package 3 videography packages, and £100 off the smaller packages for 2024/2025 weddings. Consider it a little wedding gift from me to you!