Wedding Photographers in Maidstone

Paris

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

Out of all the suppliers, finding a photographer was initially one of the hardest decisions to make and we knew it was one of the most important. There were so many good photographers out there, that we didn't know how to distinguish the differences and we struggled to feel how it would be for our wedding, then we saw Matt's portfolio. Firstly, we loved how the photos were organised, showing the different wedding days unfolding, enabling us to better visualise how our day might look. Not only was there the perfect balance of portrait photos, that felt natural rather than posed, and the more candid moments, they were all so beautifully shot. We contacted him straight away and arranged a video meeting and we knew immediately we had made the right choice. Matt was so incredibly personable, calm and enjoyable to talk to that we were immediately put at ease. He was thorough and clear when explaining the entire process from booking to the actual day, that feels you with confidence. He was really attentive when listening to our thoughts and the general idea of how we wanted the day and the photos to go, and he already started showing us ideas and how he could capture this. His communication leading up to the wedding was perfect and very supportive. Through his easy to use portal we were able to fill in questionaries and set up a Pinterest mood board to give Matt a clearer picture of what was most important to us and the various styles of photos that we particularly liked. He would also touch base to offer tips and let us know if we need help, just with the photos but other aspects of planning a wedding. Matt helped us to not only plan our photos, but also structure the day without it being too ridged. Because of this, it felt like the day couldn't have gone smoother. The day itself, Matt was absolutely wonderful. Matt's friendly and calm demeanour, along with his fantastic sense of humour, helped create a relaxed atmosphere. We originally we were going to go with the traditional first look down the aisle, but on his suggestion, we did a first look which we was one of our best decisions and gave us some of our favourite photos. It also allowed some of that nervous energy associated with the ceremony drain away so we could thoroughly enjoy every aspect of the day. As expected everyone thought Matt was fantastic and it felt more like a friend was taking your photos and this showed in the photos that were filled with that natural and genuine show of emotions that we especially wanted from our photos. After the wedding, we got a sneak peak, which was an amazing surprise and somehow made us even more excited. We've now received our photos and they are beyond what we hoped for. We chose not to have a videographer, so Matt's curated slideshow with accompanying music was incredibly special and allowed us to relive the day and not just the bits we remembered, but the bits we missed too. Matt, we cannot thank you enough for our perfect photographs; photographs that are not only beautiful, but filled with so much joy and laughter.

Rebecca

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

We are beyond thrilled with the photography services we received for our wedding, and we can’t recommend Dave enough! From start to finish, he made the entire experience not only stress-free but also a lot of fun. It’s not often you come across someone who balances professionalism and fun so effortlessly, but Dave did just that. When we first met him, we were struck by how relaxed, approachable, and knowledgeable he was. He instantly put us at ease and took the time to really understand the vibe we were hoping for on our big day. His energy was infectious, and we knew right away that we’d be in great hands. Even though we had absolutely stunning weather for our wedding in November, we were prepared for anything. The forecast had us worried about possible rain, but Dave assured us that he’d be there no matter what – rain or shine. Thankfully, we got a beautiful day, but knowing he was flexible enough to work in any weather, with a smile no less, really took the pressure off. It’s rare to find someone who is so dedicated to capturing the perfect shot in any condition, and we appreciated his easy-going nature in making sure we got all the photos we wanted, whether outdoors in the sun or under a cloudy sky. Throughout the entire process, Dave was just as much fun as he was professional. He was so easy to work with, never intrusive, and really captured the candid, natural moments that we will cherish forever. We’re still getting compliments from friends and family about how amazing the photos are. It’s clear that he’s not just great at what he does, but that he loves doing it. He was so patient and accommodating with us and our families, and the final photos speak for themselves—they’re simply stunning. We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer to document our special day. Thank you so much, Dave, for not only being a true professional but for making our wedding day memories last forever in the most beautiful way possible. We will treasure these photos for the rest of our lives!

Cathy

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

We absolutely love our photos and videos we received and Anthony really listened to what we wanted and definitely delivered!

Nigel and Ruth were absolutely fantastic on our wedding day. They were incredibly friendly, accommodating during such a busy schedule, and so patient throughout. The photographs are exactly what we hoped for — a perfect blend of formal shots, creative compositions, and beautiful in-the-moment captures. We are extremely happy with the results and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for talented and genuinely lovely photographers.

Poppie

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

When I saw Lauren's social media I knew instantly that she was the photographer for us and she was without doubt the best investment we have made for our wedding day. We had an initial phone call to confirm details, she was the structure we needed throughout the day, directing us and full of ideas. Our photos arrived within a week and they are incredible! Lauren has done a mix of edits, candid and formal photos. Some with amazing editorial shots. She has somehow captured the most stunning shots of our always moving children and looking through some photos we didn't even know she was there capturing the funniest moments! Lauren is fun and creative, she is also the reassurance you need on your day so we would highly recommend her to everyone as their special moment photographer. Thank you so much for giving us such beautiful photos to remember out day. Looking for the next event to book you for already!

Mr & Mrs Dowling

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

Mr & Mrs Dowling “We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer in Kent. Ricky made us feel completely at ease and captured so many natural, beautiful moments. The photos exceeded our expectations and truly tell the story of our day. Professional, friendly, and incredible value — we’d highly recommend Ricky Swift Photography for anyone looking for relaxed wedding photography in Maidstone and the South East.”

AlexTom23

5.0 out of 5 rating

5.0

From the initial phone call we knew Maciej was the photographer for us. Not only did we love his style of photography but we also liked his personality. During our engagement shoot, Maciej made us feel comfortable and reassured. He couldn't be more accommodating and was so helpful during our planning. The photos from our wedding are fantastic, we couldn't recommend him enough, just a great guy. Thank you Maciej!!

Where do we begin. From the moment we found Tom, he was professional, relaxed and went above and beyond for us both. He was so patient with us when asking (a true abundance) of questions. He always responded promptly and clearly. Our initial and pre wedding catch ups were so calm, Tom is so easy to talk to, he makes you feel comfortable and at total ease, ensuring that all requests are met with enthusiasm and professionalism. On our wedding day, Tom certainly brought the vibes needed. He got involved in the fun but also was like a fly on the wall capturing posed and candid moments seamlessly. He also brought along his trusty sidekick Harry who was a perfect addition to the team, his talent complimented Tom's perfectly and we are very grateful to him too! The guys threw themselves into every crazy request including rides on golf buggy's and a photo dash! Both were accommodating to us, our friends and families including those with disabilities. They was particularly brilliant with my brother who has additional needs and were also very kind to our crazy Labrador and made sure to get amazing shots of him too! Since receiving our full album, Tom has continued to be amazing, making some additional edits/versions when asked with it any issue. He honestly has provided us with the PERFECT storytelling yet modern representation of our day, we love them all! We can't ever begin to thank Tom enough, but hope that whoever is reading this review is encouraged to pursue a booking with him. Tom you are an absolute superhero, trust us when we say, you certainly are the photographer of our dreams and anyone would be lucky to have you!💜

I highly recommend this amazing lady, who took her time and was extra patient. She even offered us a canvass.

Jack & Joe did a fantastic job of our wedding videography. We had one video call in advance with them in which we went through what moments we would like to capture on the day. On the wedding day Jack & Joe arrived early and went between bridal and groomsman getting ready rooms for key shots, and then on to the ceremony. Our church was a tight squeeze but they did a fantastic job getting all the right angles and including all the bridal party. They even had a mic to attach inside my husband suit so his audio could be recorded for our vows. Later they did the same for the speeches, attaching their own mic on to the venue’s mic. Everything was perfect and we loved our trailer which we received promptly within a few weeks and we were able to share this on social media before the full film came a bit later on. Even that was great timing wise and we didn’t have to wait too long before receiving the rest of the footage. They did a great job capturing all of the speeches, and some of the evening dancing. The way it was all cut together for the full film was so special and unique, my dad had sung a song and played guitar during his FOB speech, and they included this as the background song. Beautiful and emotive. Thank you Jack & Joe we would definitely recommend your service.