About

Hi, I'm Ryan and I take photos. Hence my ridiculously obvious buisness name.

I specialise in couples who don't want to feel like most of thier day is taken up with photos, they would rather enjoy their big day and have me capture the day as it happens (with a few exceptions like obligatory formals and a VERY BRIEF couples shoot). That being said, I am all for couples who want to just go all out.

I am the perfect amount of friendly yet not overly familar and have been known to act as a waiter, emotional support animal and even at times as a personal shopper! My aim on the day is to make sure I don't get in the way, but at the same time capture some timeless images that will make you gush and help you relive your big day through my camera lens.

For my most up to date pricing and packages, please visit www.ryantakingphotos.co.uk/weddings

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography

Digital album

High resolution photos

What does the wedding package include?

Package 1 Includes: Ceremony, Drinks Reception, Family Portraits Package 2: As above, plus first dance and couples shoot Package 3: The entire day + Engagement shoot

How far in advance should I contact you?

As early as possible so I can book time off from my main job as a nurse, in order to ensure I am available for your big day!

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

Can you travel?

Yes, tayside. Willing to travel further however

What is the charge for travelling?

Dependent on location

What style of photos do you take?

Traditional

Photo journalism

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

I don't think its particularly innovative, but I lead with the thought that the couple already has enough stress to deal with, I won't add to that. I am laid back and easy to work with

What kind of equipment do you use?

2x Fancy Nikon Cameras and Prime Lenses. Translated, this means, two moderately sized cameras with reasonably small lenses so I won't steal any focus from my couples

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, i use an online gallery service called Unscripted

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

1 month

Do you send all the photos taken?

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

Alone

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

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?

I am very forgiving with timescales. I set aside the whole day to best meet the needs of the couple and how they want me to document their day

What are the forms of payment?

Online payments or bank transfer

How do you work?

If I haven't made it massively clear by now, I will fade into the background and snap candid, natural photos of your day and try and take the edge off of the old stress levels