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beautiful & bespoke: richard perry photography

Julia Braime

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One of the very first suppliers you will book, and perhaps the most important, is your photographer and so it’s worth taking time to do your research on which suits your style preferences, budget and requirements.

A pro who is keen to give his couples plenty of choice and control over the coverage of their big day is our talented Sponsor, Yorkshire-based Richard Perry Photography.

Having developed a love of wedding photography into a full-time career, Richard’s passion for documenting a couple’s big day is clear to see and we just adore his mix of natural candid shots and beautifully romantic portrait images.

His choice of packages mean there is a option to suit varying budgets and the introduction of a clever ‘a la carte’ style menu enables brides and grooms to build a bespoke package by adding extras, such as specific albums, prints and pre/post-wedding shoots.

Here to give us all the details is the main man himself, who we must congratulate, along with his lovely wife Louise, of Louise Perry Bridal, on the arrival of their baby son, Tristan. Amazing news – big love from all at Brides Up North HQ!

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How would you describe your style of photography and the approach you take to capturing a big day?

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: My style of wedding and engagement photography is primarily reportage, capturing those candid moments that express true emotion. I also add in an element of luxury editorial style portraiture to give my couples those showstopper images that will capture the heart and the imagination.

What is it that you love most about your job?

I truly love capturing unique wedding day moments, and over the years I have come to realise that capturing these singular moments can turn a collection of pixels into a treasured memory that will last forever. The idea that couples will be sharing photographs I’ve captured with their family and friends years from now is a wonderful thought.

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You have just introduced The Essential Photography Collection, that allows couples to totally customise their wedding photography package. Can you tell us a little about this?

I offer a number of packages; The Classic, Elegance, Luxury and Designer collections. Prices ranging from £1,695 to £2,995. Each package offers a wonderful collection of services and some of my most popular products to enhance the memories of the big day. I introduced The Essential Wedding Photography Collection (only £1,400) in conjunction with my new A La Carte Menu to enable couples build their own bespoke wedding photography package. This way my brides and grooms to be can take full control of how they enhance their wedding memories, using the A La Carte Menu. but the Essential Collection ensures that they have full day wedding photography coverage and a gallery of their photos that capture the all-important story of their big day.

How has The Essential Photography Collection been received by couples so far? What do they love about it?

The Essential Collection has been received wonderfully. My couples seem to love the fact that the Essential Collection literally covers ‘the essentials’ so then they can focus on the fun bit of picking extras from the A La Carte Menu and creating their own collection. This system offers the ultimate bespoke wedding photography package so that the service can be tailored to each couple. The added bonus with this package is that it also gives the couple complete freedom to initially book The Essential Collection and then add in options at a later date, which is a fantastic way of spreading the cost at one of the most expensive times of your lives.

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Are any options in The Essential Photography Collection proving particularly popular with couples?

The 10×10 Queensberry Album is very popular. I think this is because in our digital world we all still secretly love to hold photos in our hands and have something tangible to take away with us. I couldn’t be happier about this as I really believe that it is important to print photos. I also love the idea that my couples have their albums out in their homes so they can show guests their big day or just so they can flick through it whilst cuddled up on the sofa

Why would you encourage couples to enhance their photography package with a pre-wedding or post-wedding shoot?

I always recommend a pre-wedding shoot. Pre-wedding photoshoots are a time to indulge in the romance of being engaged and the excitement of what is to come. They are a great opportunity to get used to being in front of the camera and are also a fun time for us to get to know each other better before the big day. The pre-wedding photos are also lovely to use for save the date cards, invitations, wedding website and even signing frames.

I also love a post-wedding photoshoot. It gives my couples an opportunity to get dressed up again and go to a location that is beautiful, interesting or just epic. Hillsides at sunrise, standing in lakes or next to a waterfall. The stress of the wedding day has passed so we’ll put our heads together and style something stunning.

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Reflecting on 2017 what would you say have been your biggest highlights?

2017 has been an absolutely wonderful year and I can honestly say I doubt it could have gone better. I have met some wonderful people, worked with some amazing suppliers at some beautiful venues, I’ve created images that I am truly proud of, I’ve won an award and I’ve been published. However, my biggest highlight has to be becoming a father for the first time in December.

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Other than photography, what are your other passions and what do you think you would be doing if you weren’t a wedding photographer?

Well, until a few years ago I was a full-time doctor working in Accident and Emergency. Photography was a hobby that became a passion and quickly enabled a career change. I am still passionate about medicine and if it wasn’t for the joy I find in wedding photography and the love I have for creating and capturing memories, I am certain that I would continue my medical career.

In your opinion what are the most important things for a couple to consider when deciding which photographer to book for their wedding?

There are lots of wedding photographers out there all with their own style. I recommend finding a few photographers whose style you love and then meet them. The most important thing is that you get on with your photographer and that you can feel relaxed around them on your wedding day.

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What are you most looking forward to in 2018?

2018 is looking to be a very exciting year. I’m booked to capture the weddings of some wonderful couples whose days sound amazing. I’ll be returning to some of my favourite venues and going to some new ones, which is always very exciting. I also have a few styled wedding photoshoots planned across the year which gives me the opportunity to work with some amazing suppliers in the industry – I don’t want to give too much away just yet though.

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How can readers get in touch with you/ see more examples of your work?

Pop over to my website at to see more of my work and read some of my recent blogs. You can email me on [email protected], or call me on 07841754536. You can also follow me on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram.

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