Wedding photographers · Derry, Northern Ireland & Ireland
Choosing a wedding photographer, from the filmmaker beside them
53 Wedding Films is film only. On the day, your photographer and your filmmaker work shoulder to shoulder, so who you pick for one shapes the other. Here is what to look for, and how the two fit together.
Photo + film
How photo and film share a day
One timeline, not two
Portraits, family groups and golden hour are planned once, together, so you are not asked to do everything twice.
Out of each other's frame
During the ceremony and speeches, positions are agreed in advance so neither of us ends up in the other's shot, or in your guests' way.
Different jobs, same story
Photographs hold the look of a moment. Film holds its sound and movement: the vows, the speeches, the laugh. Most couples who book both say they are glad they did.
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James Aiken Photography
Based in Derry · Northern Ireland, Donegal & beyond
Documentary-style wedding photography from a Derry photographer with eight years of weddings behind him.
James describes his approach as relaxed and fun-loving, more a friend with a camera than a director of poses. That sits naturally beside a quiet, story-led film: neither of us is asking you to perform. He was a regional winner at NIWEDA 2023 and is a member of PPANI.
Visit James's websiteBefore you book anyone
Four questions for any photographer
Can we see a full gallery from one wedding, not just a highlights page?
How much of the day is posed, and how long do portraits usually take?
Have you worked alongside a videographer before, and how do you plan the day together?
What happens if it rains at our venue?
Photo sorted?
Now add the film
Send your date, venue and photographer's name. Jamie will reply with availability and get in touch with them before the day.
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