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On Hitched.co.uk since 2024

Last update: August 2024

Hello, and welcome to my portfolio. My name's Chris, but you can call me MonkeyChops. I am a portrait, wedding, and music photographer and videographer based in Hastings / St Leonards, East Sussex. I like music and coffee, and when I'm not shooting, I spend as much time with my two little kiddos as possible (they're the real moneychopsies!!!).
My approach to shooting weddings is to get involved in your day, to be the guest you never invited but didn't know how much you needed! I'll be honest: I just love a good party, and I WILL PARTY!!!
I don't take myself too seriously and enjoy a good laugh! If you'd like to have a chat (or coffee) to discuss the job you'd like to book me for, then get in touch!

Chris xxx

Monkeychops Photography / Videography is a wedding photographer and videographer in St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex.

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Video
Pre wedding
Post wedding

What does the wedding package include?

Full wedding coverage with no definite end time; I pretty much stay until late! Full gallery which has been carefully designed and edited by me! Unique video services also available on request!

How far in advance should I contact you?

As far or as close to your wedding as you like, if I've got the space we can chat!

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, basically anywhere if I can make it work!

What is the charge for travelling?

Nothing!!!!

What style of photos do you take?

Traditional
Artistic
Photo journalism
Fine art photography
Other (Documentary, close and wide. I don't like to shoot from far away, I like to get involved and capture the moments as they're happening!)

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital
Other (Digital mirrorless cameras with a clever backup system so your photos are always safe! Handy cam video cameras for a unique and nostalgic look)

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

I manually cull and edit your full gallery with a mixture of colour and B&W, making the process easy with the guarantee you'll receive the best photos from your day

What kind of equipment do you use?

Small, noninvasive mirrorless cameras with small lenses that don't distract your guests and won't poke anyone's eyes out! Don't wanna be that guy!!!

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, a link to your personal online gallery where you have access to the full resolution images

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

1 month

Do you send all the photos taken?

No

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?

Honestly, I don't, you book me for the day, so I'll cover the day. No shooting off after the first dance or skimping out of helping in the morning, I'll be there

What are the forms of payment?

Whatever suits you best! Usually take a small deposit on booking and then the rest is payable the week of the wedding

How do you work?

I like to shoot close and wide and get stuck in with you and your guests on the day to get truly unique and stylish photos that truly capture the vibe of your day!

Served in

East Sussex, Surrey and West Sussex

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Harry
Harry G. Sent on 12/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Harry&Amelias Wedding 30/3/2024

Chris is an incredible photographer and Amelia and i would highly recommend him to anyone. Chris understood Amelia and i and got to know us personally before shooting our big day. We didn’t want too many traditional pictures but instead wanted Chris to capture moments of our day instead of setting pictures up all the time. We still had this element to our day but it did not take us away from our guests for long.

Chris blended in seamlessly with our guests and provided a comfortable, friendly and personal feel to the day. He understood the venue and found great spots to take incredible pictures that we will cherish forever.

Another service Chris provided for us was a wedding video! Not your standard wedding video instead shot through the lens of old 1990’s/ early 2000’s handy cams. These were distributed to our guests to capture the day through their eyes. Passed around to different people to capture the day in their own way. Chris collated all the video and formed it into an incredible video that can never be replicated.

We love everything Chris done for us. He captured our day perfectly and in a way I don’t think anyone else could have. He’s not your standard wedding photographer, he’s so much more! Thanks you Chris. We look forward to you one day re-capturing us on some land-mark wedding anniversaries!
Yanita
Yanita G. Sent on 18/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

What can I say? He's the best

Chris is a dream photographer. He's a joy to be around, puts everyone at ease, and nails the brief. We've got so much joy over the past few months out of our wedding photos, which is saying a lot from a couple that hates being in front of a camera. There really is no one better for your big day. I'd recommend Chris in a heartbeat.
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Christopher C. Sent on 23/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfectly captured our Wedding Day

Chris perfectly captured our wedding day. From the excitement building beforehand, to the ceremony, and the celebrations afterwards. He interacted with our guests, and was brilliant at directing us during our portraits. We are delighted with the pictures, and couldn't have hoped for better. Communication was excellent at all points. Could not recommend him enough for your wedding day.
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Richard B. Sent on 21/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Richard Lorna

Chris did an awesome job we had many of our guests say how relaxed he was got on with everyone made the day go even better. And his photography is top notch
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