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We'll bring the cameras, you bring the party. Weddings are not stuffy boring ceremonies but full on celebrations featuring you. I will work with you & for you to create a wedding album you will love !
Details
Products and Services
Bridal Prep Shots
Back-Up Equipment
Online Proofing
Physical Shop / Studio
Flexible Hours on the Day
Last-Minute Orders
Stay Through Speeches
Stay Through Dancing
Large Group Shots
Online Shop
Thank You Cards / Photo Stationery
Second Shooter Available
Wedding Albums
Personal Online Gallery
Pre-Wedding Venue Visit
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Digital Editing / Airbrushing
Shoot with Film
Images on USB
Photography Style
First Look Photographer
Reportage / Documentary
Modern
Artistic
Dramatic
Traditional / Classic
Full Description
Are you worried because you hate posing or never look good in photos and the thought of spending money on wedding photos you may not like fills you with dread? Fear not I know exactly how you feel, I too suffered with camera avoidance and worried how I would look in my wedding photos. I have created the perfect marriage of fun, information and techniques to ensure that not only you will love the results but you will have fun getting them.
Your wedding album should be something that you are filled with pride to show the world not hidden in a drawer and filled with regret about. The couples we photograph are like you and me, real people who just want to look absolutely amazing on their wedding day... in every photo!
With over 200 happy wedding couples I can assure you I can help you plan and prepare for the biggest day of your life.
Call now to find out Availability or schedule an appointment to come to my Chelmsford studio to chat more about your wedding.
Personal Message from the Manager
Name of Wedding Contact: Chanon deValois
Hello,
May I take this opportunity to wish you congratulations on your engagement! This is such an exciting time and I know from experience that sometimes it feels like there is so much to do.
My aim is to provide you with friendly and professional service. I provide clear and open pricing, no hidden agenda or unexpected extras. My half day coverage starts at £600 and full day £1200. Please email me to find out more.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Experience
Year Business Was Established
2000
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
true
No. of People In Team
2
Reviews
(8)
(8)
Caroline & Sam
Married in December 2018
June 2016
Chanon made us feel so comfortable and relaxed!
Chanon photographed our wedding this summer and we can't thank her enough for doing such an amazing job! As a nervous bride, she made me feel so comfortable and relaxed. We are so pleased with the results and love that Chanon personally delivered our album to us.
Alan & Emily
Married in December 2018
June 2016
We could not be happier!
Both my new wife an I were very camera shy, but Chanon made us feel totally at ease, both in our pre wedding shoot and on the big day. We could not be happier with the photos or our wedding album, and I really cannot recomend Chanon enough.
Fran & Josh
Married in November 2018
June 2016
The best photographer!!!
The best photographer any bride ( especially one who does not like her photo being taken!) could ask for! Can not thank you enough Chanon.
Lindsay & Dan
Married in October 2018
June 2016
Absolutely thrilled and Chanon is wonderful!
Chanon was professional but easy going and made us feel very at ease immediately. We have some wonderful memories captured of our special day now and I can't stop looking through all the photos! Absolutely thrilled and Chanon is wonderful!
Abi & Steve
Married in October 2018
June 2016
Chanon is such an amazing photographer
Chanon is such an amazing photographer I would recommend her to anyone! I've loved the few snap shot pics I've seen I can't wait to see the rest xx
Sheryl & David
Married in September 2017
June 2016
Chanon's photos are really natural and fun!
We had chanon for our wedding in June 2017!! we are so happy with the photos and the album is amazing!
We have never seen an album like ours, the workmanship is outstanding and Chanons photos are really natural and fun. Chanon captured the mood of the day and night, we would not hesitate to recommend her!
Location & Contact Details
Address
Chelmsford, Essex, England
Travel Notes
Happy to travel anywhere, I am also a Canadian citizen and have covered weddings in Canada, France, Italy and Australia
Nearest Town
Chelmsford
Nearest Motorway & Junction
A12, Junction 17
Nearest Train Station
Chelmsford
Nearest Airport
Stanstead
Press & Awards
(3)
Press & Awards (1)
Essex Brides on the cover of 2014, Essex Brides feature 2015, London Brides Mag
Accreditations / Associations (1)
Degree in Photography, LBIPP in Wedding Photography with BIPP & MPA
Industry Awards (1)
LBIPP, LMPA
Preferred Supplier List
(31)
FAQ
(10)
What is your most memorable wedding?
My own in April 2015 but I do also remember some really great weddings that clients have organised, I love really fun and unique days!
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Sophisticated, bold, crisp, brights and fun
What about your business are you most proud of?
90% of my weddings come from referrals from past brides & grooms!
What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Take the time to sit down with your photographer and go through your timings, they often have a lot of experience and can offer you some great insight and ideas into creating the perfect wedding day timeline. Making sure that you get to spend time with your guests, some time alone with your other half and some time to get some great photographs.
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
A couple who got married on their parents and their grandparents wedding anniversary, and made sure all were a part of the celebration too.
Describe your typical process with a couple.
Usually it starts with an email or call then we meet and discuss what they are hoping for before booking. I am always on hand to offer suggestions give names of suppliers I can recommend and have even helped couples find the venue of their dreams before!
What is the No. 1 photo that you think every couple should take?
A quiet moment alone after the ceremony and after the speeches - it is when everyone is relaxed the most and usually the light is perfect so we get the best images, it is also nice to have that moment alone together!
What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?
One of the bride & groom jumping on a massive trampoline - with me on it as well!
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
Relax and enjoy yourself so long as we have an umbrella we can still get great images and you will still have a wonderful day!
Describe how you got into photography.
I am a third generation photographer, my father and his father before me were photographers and my mother is an artist so creativity runs in my family.
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