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About

Based on the striking North Devon coastline, surrounded by some incredible locations, I have been fortunate to be a professional wedding photographer here and around the world for more than two decades. The experience I have gained and the awesome couples I've worked with along the way, make it more than a job for me, I love what I do, and most importantly is seeing the reactions from couples after they've seen their photos for the first time...

'The Sponaneity of a moment is so fleeting, to be there to capture that moment is my gift to you' Drew McDonald

Photographing a wedding is about capturing the essence of your day; the mood, the atmosphere, the light, the emotions and all the little things that might go unnoticed, as you will be caught up in a blur of celebration and enjoyment, that's why my job is so important, giving you a genuine reflection of your wedding that can be relived and cherished for years to come.

My style is informal, I blend into the background and capture the natural, candid images, I was once described by a mother of the bride as “remarkably unobtrusive yet incredibly professional” and that is my intention, to take control when needed and step back to let you enjoy your day.

It is so much more than ‘wedding photography’… it’s a combination of portraiture, fashion, landscape, and documentary photography- all of which I have had extensive experience within my professional career.

Being part of your wedding day is a privelage, and every wedding I attend is different, if your day is full of energy and colour, your images will be just as vibrant, if your day is full of tears and emotion, your photos will reflect all those expressions and moments.

Services

I offer a range of packages, however the best way to find out what is best for you is to get in touch and let me know a few details then I can tailor a package that will suit your requirements, based on:

How many hours you want covered?

How many guests

Location of your venue

What products you would like after your wedding?

If this style and approach sounds like a good fit for you and your partner, I look forward to hearing all about your wedding day plans and hopefully working together to tell your wedding story.

Drew

Drew McDonald Photography is a wedding photographer based in Woolacombe, Devon.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Pre wedding
Post wedding
Mini albums
Digital album
High resolution photos

What does the wedding package include?

I offer a variety of different packages depending on your specific needs. Please contact me directly and after learning more about your wedding day, I can suggest options that are tailored to you

How far in advance should I contact you?

I take booking from up to a year in advance although I am flexible with if you would like to secure your booking. I can also arrange a short notice wedding if I have the date available

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, south Wales to the South West

What is the charge for travelling?

This always depends on how far I would have to travel

What style of photos do you take?

Traditional
Artistic
Photo journalism
Fine art photography

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

I like to use the phrase, 'fly on the wall'. Capturing all the moments that make your day with a contemporary feel

What kind of equipment do you use?

I shoot with a canon 5D MK III and a 7D MK II with a range of lenses and flash equipment

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, online gallery if desired

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

2 months

Do you send all the photos taken?

No

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

Team of Professionals

In case of unforeseen circumstances, do you have a replacement photographer?

Yes

Do you have the rights to publish the wedding photos?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

Depends on the situation, that would need to be discussed in person

What are the forms of payment?

Bank transfer

How do you work?

I was once described as “remarkably unobtrusive yet incredibly professional”

Reviews for Drew McDonald Photography

Emma
Emma Sent on 10/10/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Professional, relaxed, and genuine.

What more could you want? Drew was amazing he was early on the wedding morning, set himself up and off he went to suss out the venue.
Click after click after click, we can’t wait to see the finished photos, what we do know is we had so many nice comments back about how nice drew was, he made everyone welcome and happy, and nothing was too much trouble even with my elderly grandparents who are not very mobile. Drew is very passionate and you can tell he absolutely loves he’s job. Thank you for fitting in so perfectly. Highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Rachael Sent on 03/08/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Drew was amazing. We can not reccomend him enough. Should it rain on your wedding day do not fear - Drew will dance in the rain with you! We have the most amazing magical shots because of his dedication and enthusiasm, we loved spending a very special time with him having our pictures done. From the first moment we met, we loved his relaxed and fun style! Book Drew you will not regret it!
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