How do I book Sidey Clark as my wedding photographer?

Once you've chosen your wedding photography package, Ian will send over a contract and booking details to make it official. A 20% booking fee is due when the contract is signed to secure your date.

Do I need to pay a booking fee to secure my wedding date?

Yes. A 20% booking fee is due when the contract is signed to secure your date in the calendar.

When is the final payment due for wedding photography?

The remaining balance is due seven days before your wedding day.

Is travel included in the wedding photography price?

Travel within 20 miles of the M25 is included at no extra cost. For weddings further afield in the UK, there is a flat £250 fee to cover travel and overnight accommodation.

Is Sidey Clark Photography fully insured?

Yes. Sidey Clark Photography carries public liability insurance, professional indemnity insurance, and full equipment insurance.

Does Sidey Clark photograph destination weddings?

Yes. Sidey Clark photographs destination weddings outside mainland UK. Get in touch and Ian will put together a bespoke travel-inclusive quote.

What happens if the wedding photographer is unwell on my wedding day?

This has never happened. However, if Ian could not attend due to illness or an emergency, he has a trusted network of experienced wedding photographers available to cover at short notice.

Does the wedding photographer have any dietary requirements?

No allergies, but Ian is not a fan of coriander or goat's cheese. He will never say no to a slice of cake at the end of the night.

How long does it take to get wedding photos back?

A sneak peek of highlights is delivered within 24 hours. The full gallery is delivered in 6 to 8 weeks via a private online gallery you can share and download from.

How many wedding photos will I receive?

On average, depending on the coverage chosen, between 300 and 1,000 images are delivered. The exact number depends on telling the complete story of your day.

Can I order prints from my wedding gallery?

Yes. The online gallery is connected to Loxley Colour, one of the UK's most trusted professional photo labs. Ordering prints is simple and straightforward.

Can I share my wedding photos on social media?

Yes. Tagging @sideyclarkphoto on Instagram is always appreciated. Please share the images as delivered and avoid adding filters, as the final images are already colour-graded.

When, Where & How | Wedding Photography FAQ

Q: Can I add a second wedding photographer?

Yes. A second photographer can be added for £350. This is ideal for larger weddings with multiple locations or lots of guests. The second shooter works in the same natural, documentary style.

How do we book you?

Once you've chosen your wedding photography package, I'll send over a contract and booking details to make it all official. Then we're good to go!

Do we need to pay a booking fee to secure our wedding date?

Yes, a 20% booking fee is due when the contract is signed, and that's what locks your date in for you. The remaining balance is due seven days before the wedding.

Is travel included?

Travel within 20 miles of the M25 is included. For weddings further afield in the UK, there's a flat £250 fee to cover travel and overnight accommodation. Getting married abroad? Just get in touch and I'll put together a quote.

Can we add a second wedding photographer?

Yes. You can add a second shooter for £350. Perfect for bigger weddings with multiple locations or lots of guests. I work with experienced photographers who shoot in a natural, documentary style to match mine.

Do you photograph destination weddings?

I love destination weddings. If you're getting married outside mainland UK, let's chat and I'll put together a bespoke travel-inclusive quote just for you.

Are you insured?

Absolutely. I'm fully covered with public liability, professional indemnity and equipment insurance, so you can relax knowing everything's taken care of.

What if something happens and you can't make it?

Thankfully it's never happened in over a decade of shooting weddings. But if something completely unforeseen ever stopped me from being there, I have a trusted network of experienced wedding photographers I'd call on to cover, people who shoot in the same relaxed, documentary style.

Do you have any dietary requirements?

No allergies, but I'm not a fan of coriander or goat's cheese. And I'll never say no to a slice of cake at the end of the night!

After Your Wedding

When will our gallery be ready?

I'll send over a sneak peek of a handful of highlights within 24 hours, just enough to get you through the first few days of being married. Your full gallery follows within 6 to 8 weeks, delivered via a private online gallery you can download and share with everyone.

How many photos will there be?

However many pictures it takes to tell the story of your day. I don't put in photos to bump up to a set number, and I don't hold back images that are pure gold because of a set amount. On average, depending on the coverage chosen, I deliver between 300 and 1,000 images.

Can we order prints from our gallery?

Yes! Your gallery is connected to Loxley Colour, one of the UK's best professional photo labs. Ordering prints, canvases or albums is really straightforward, and the quality is brilliant.

Can we share our photos on social media?

Of course! Tagging @sideyclarkphoto is always appreciated. Just keep them as they are and avoid adding filters, as the final images are already colour-graded and you look perfect. And if you'd rather keep things private and not have your photos shared on social media at all, just let me know. I'm always happy to keep your gallery just for you.