Based in Southampton, Hampshire, Matthew Johnston Photography is a dedicated photography service specialising in weddings and other memorable events. Owner Matthew has always had a passion for art and enjoys forming connections with others. He attended university to study digital media and soon fell in love with the art form. Now, Matthew combines his love of storytelling with his photography experience to create weddings that delight his clients and their guests. Covers wedding and events across the whole of the South East included in his packages or happy to travel if travel expenses covered.
Services Offered
Matthew Johnston Photography strives to ensure that your wedding photographs and videos reflect your visions and expectations. This photographer understands that no two weddings are the same and that every couple has their own idea of what they want from their photos. He offers a range of photography packages, all of which are completely customizable to meet the needs, desires, and budgetary requirements of the couple. Each of his standard packages includes a full day of coverage, a pre-wedding consultation, five free prints, and an online gallery of all the photographs. To ensure every moment of your unique love story is captured, Matthew can arrange a pre-wedding photoshoot before the special day and the services of a second photographer at the main event if required.
His style is very relaxed and candid documentry so no moment of the day is mixed. Your gallery of photos will tell the full story from start to finish in beautiful photography, which can be treasured forever.
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From our day being cancelled to giving Matt 6 days notice of our wedding day. He was a true professional. The day was rushed due to a parent being very unwell. Matt captured exactly what we wanted and spoke to our family with such kindness. He then rushed through some images so it gave us something to enjoy". Please book him you won't be disappointed.
Sent on 25/07/2020
Matthew Johnston Photography's reply:
It was my pleasure. My first wedding back after 'Lockdown' and I couldn't have asked for a friendlier family, you made it easy for me with everyone being so happy and just enjoying the moment. I am so glad you were happy with your service and the quality of your photos. Thank you for your review it means a lot. Matt
Corrina H.
· Married on 01/06/2021
5.0
Quality of the Service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value for Money:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Perfection
Words can’t express how happy we are with what Matt did; it was just perfect from beginning to end. He went above and beyond, caught every magical moment and made the memories from our day last forever it such a beautiful way. He’s so easy going, confident in his ability and most of all - so very talented. Can’t recommend enough.
Sent on 01/07/2021
Matthew Johnston Photography's reply:
A little tear in my eye!!! Thank you. Getting to photograph your wedding was the best, so relaxed and chilled. Thank you so much for your amazing review. Matt
Emma M.
· Married on 14/07/2018
5.0
Quality of the Service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value for Money:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
Matthew was so great and accommodating and put my mind at rest once we had had our first meeting. Couldn’t recommend him highly enough.
I was recommend by a friend to use Matt and I wasn’t disappointed at all. I absolutely love my photos and the process of booking a photographer was not stressful at all. The level of service and quality of the photos was definitely worth 100 times more than what we paid and that made it all the better. I would definitely recommend Matt to anyone.
Sent on 24/07/2020
Matthew Johnston Photography's reply:
Thank you Emma for your kind words. I had such fun photographing your special day - your family were such fun and made me laugh throughout the day. I am so happy that you are happy with your photos. Matt
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Matthew Johnston Photography FAQ
How far in advance should I contact you?
Some people love to book far in advance but so many things can change. Please dont be put off getting in contact if your date is only around the corner. It could be that your date I still have free!
Do you cover more than one wedding a day?
No
What is the charge for traveling?
Free for any weddings with 76 miles of Southampton and then I charge 50p per mile after that.
Or if you are planning a wedding abroad just the cost of my flight plus a night's accommodation
What style of photos do you take?
Traditional
Artistic
Photo journalism
What kind of technology do you use?
Digital
Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?
I aim to capture the essence of your wedding day and allow this to shine through in your photographs
What kind of equipment do you use?
I shoot using only professional equipment and always carry back-up gear incase of emergencies. Cannon is my chosen camera at the moment - it never fails me
Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?
Yes, yes, we have our hosting gallery for your images, allowing you to share direct with family & friends who can also order from the gallery - prints, downloads, frames and canvas wraps!
What's the delivery time for photographic report?
1 month
Do you send all the photos taken?
Yes
Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?
Alone
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?
Depending on how long I would be flexible. Unplanned extra time would be included but planned time would be £90 per hour
