Derek Anson Photography

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Hi, I'm Derek Anson 👋
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"Your ability to capture the joy and love that filled the day is remarkable"
Wedding Photography About Life, Love & Amazing Hugs. Derek Anson is a laid-back, easy-going, natural candid wedding photographer based in Billericay, Essex. He adores weddings with live entertainment, delicious cakes, and speeches that leave the groom squirming in his seat. Available for weddings of all shapes and sizes throughout the UK.
Derek Anson Photography Pricing & Costs
£150 - £1,995
I have multiple options covering everything from small intimate ceremonies to big all-day celebrations.
Full day package
From
£1,295
Up to 10 hours, covering everything from getting ready with the guys and girls to a packed dance floor and all the beautiful moments in between.
What's included
Pre-wedding consultation
Professionally edited images
An online gallery
High-resolution images
A minimum of 500 images
A slideshow of highlights
Up to 10 hours of coverage
£150 p/hour
From
£150
Photographic coverage available by the hour. This would be ideal for those planning a small, intimate wedding, ensuring the same quality and attention to detail in photography.
Full Day & Luxury Album
From
£1,995
Full wedding day coverage, from getting ready to a packed dancefloor, capturing all the great moments in between. Includes fine art prints and a luxury wedding album.
Derek Anson Photography Details

Photography Style

Documentary
Natural
Modern

Products and Services

Bridal Prep Shots
Online Proofing
Photo Printing
Flexible Hours on the Day
Stay Through Speeches
Stay Through Dancing
Large Group Shots
Online Shop
Wedding Albums
Personal Online Gallery
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Digital Editing / Airbrushing
Images on USB
Second Shooter Available
Thank You Cards / Photo Stationery
Shoot with Film
Back-Up Equipment
Last-Minute Orders
Pre-Wedding Venue Visit
Photo Booth Available
Derek Anson Photography Full Description
As a Billericay-based wedding photographer, I specialize in capturing the authentic and candid moments that make your special day truly unique. With an eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, I aim to document your wedding in a way that reflects your genuine emotions and personalities. My unobtrusive approach allows you to be fully present, ensuring I capture the real laughter, tears, and love that unfold throughout the day. Let's work together to create a stunning visual narrative of your wedding, preserving those cherished memories for a lifetime of joy and reminiscence.

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Derek Anson
Hi, Thank you for considering me to be your wedding photographer! My couples trust me and give me free rein to do as I please on the day. To share and document a wedding day the way I do, and to have the trust of my couples, is a huge honour and privilege—something I'll never take for granted. A massive thank you to all those who have, and to all those who are going to take that next step with me. Get in touch today, and let's arrange a time to chat!

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2010
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
(20)
Stuart and Annabelle
Happy couple married in November
January 2024
Perfect day, perfect photos
Firstly let me start by saying that Derek as a person is very friendly and easy to get on with from the get go, he saw that I was looking for a photographer and called me to introduce himself and we spoke on the phone for 10 mins just chatting about plans and his style of photography. Derek’s communication is very good and he will update you and ask for little details you may require as the day is getting closer, but he is very happy to adapt as he goes, and he was very good at this on the day. As you can imagine on a wedding day it’s hard to find all your guests when they’re drinking and having a laugh all over the grounds! Derek caught some very special moments on the day. Myself and my wife were very happy with the way Derek handled the day, he was very professional, controlled the scene perfectly and made us feel at ease with his comedic approach. It’s a day that we will never forget and the photos are beautiful, candid and I’m also happy we chose Autumn as the month to get married, Derek really made the scenes pop with colour and takes me back to the day every time I look at them. Derek you’re a star I will definitely be using you in the future for any special events we want photographed! Thanks so much, Stuart and Annabelle.
Response from the supplier
Wow, thank you for such a wonderful review. I'm so pleased you love your images. It was an absolute pleasure being part of your day. I wish you all the best and look forward to documenting any future life events you may have.
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Eve & Glenn
Happy couple married in October
November 2023
Oh WOW!!!! Thank you so much!!! We love them all
Hi, Derek, Oh WOW!!!! Thank you so much!!! We love them all :D We look like we're on laughing gas for most of them, reflecting how much we enjoyed the day! We think our guests will love them too; there are some beautiful shots that we can't wait to put in frames :D I'm so glad you took photos of all the little things, too - I didn't even notice you taking them!! Master of subtlety :) It's amazing what we had forgotten about until we saw the photos, and now the day comes flooding back to us.
Annabel & Dan
Happy couple married in September
November 2023
Made Me Feel Relaxed Like I'd Known Him for Years
We got Derek at short notice for our wedding. We only booked for 2 hours. He came early and started taking photos straight away. Our ceremony was running late and I was so anxious and he made me feel so relaxed like I’d known him for years. He captured every special moment and all the photos were amazing. I would recommend him to everyone and will definitely book him again for other special occasions.
Alice & Owen
Happy couple married in August
November 2023
Derek made us feel so at ease
The absolute best in the business! Derek’s documentary-style photography captured our day so perfectly. We were over the moon with our pictures. Derek had an extremely calming manner and the ability to make us feel so at ease throughout the day. He was organised, punctual and professional. We had so many guests come up to us and say “What a nice man your photographer is”. We were so impressed, he will also be my sister's wedding photographer in December. Thank you so much, Derek
Response from the supplier
Thank you so much! I loved your wedding day. I genuinely felt like a guest on the day, and I'm pleased you love your photos.
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Tommi & Mabs
Happy couple married in November
November 2023
The Family Commented on Del Being a Lovely Person
Del captured the most beautiful, natural, candid, funny photos & more. Del was fantastic not only for his photography but for just being himself & fitting into our wedding like one of our own! All our family commented on Del being a lovely person & brilliant photographer who made everyone feel at ease, we can not recommend him enough & will definaltey been in touch in the future for some other events! Thank you so much, Derek!
Nameeta pai
Wedding: October
November 2023
Wonderful Memories Captured
Derek provided photography for my 3-year-old's birthday party. He arrived promptly, needed little direction and was very creative/artistic in the photos he produced. He stayed a little longer than planned so that we could get some family shots. I am so grateful for engaging Derek for the party as I now have some wonderful memories captured in these photos.
Derek Anson Photography Location & Contact Details

Address

Billericay, Essex, England

Nearest Town

Billericay

Nearest Motorway & Junction

A12

Nearest Train Station

Billericay

Nearest Airport

Southend

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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is your most memorable wedding?

All weddings have something unique about them that makes them memorable. If I had to pick one, I'd choose a recent wedding that took place at Christ Church in Brentwood. The couple included a few hymns during the ceremony. Typically, there are a few singers while everyone else quietly follows along, but this wedding was different! All the guests enthusiastically joined in, belting out the hymns with gusto. It was a beautiful and fantastic experience, and it was a pleasure to be a part of it.

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Candid Easy-going Creative Professional Personable

What about your business are you most proud of?

I'm proud to have been trusted with so many weddings, intimate behind-the-scenes moments, and the fact that I'm genuinely creating a family heirloom for someone! It's a bit crazy when I dwell on it for too long, to be honest. I'm also proud of my longevity. Not many small businesses last a year or two, and here I am over 12 years later, still loving what I do.

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

It's a bit of a cliché, but it's your day, so do it your way! Let go of the small things. Your day will be perfectly imperfect. Embrace whatever comes your way and enjoy it! x

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

I love hearing about the personal touches on a wedding day, and this is one of the sweetest stories I’ve encountered. The bride, a school teacher, had her classroom assistant secretly have the children pen messages of love and congratulations, which were then attached to a bridal veil. It was a surprise gift in the lead-up to the wedding, one that was warmly received. On the day, the bride asked if we could use the veil with the attached messages in the photos. Yes! Of course! I couldn't pass up the opportunity to incorporate such a loving and thoughtful gift into the photos and jumped at the chance.

Describe your typical process with a couple.

I like to chat on the phone or via Zoom before booking. It's nice to have a chat about what you have planned. I get to find out a little bit more about you, and you get to determine if I'm the right photographer for you.

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

I like photos of the grandparents, so if you're lucky enough to still have them with you, get them involved and have a lovely portrait photo with your grandparents.

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

I don't get asked to stage photos, I'm very fortunate my couples trust me to do what I do, and they love my approach to the day.

What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?

Smiles, a great attitude, and umbrellas.

Describe how you got into photography.

I've always been creative and love art and design. Photography is an outlet that I've pursued as an occupation. I got my start in wedding photography through my dad. Before retiring, my dad was a wedding photographer, and I had assisted and carried his bags at a few weddings before going it alone.

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