THE
COLLECTIONS
WHAT ARE MEMORIES WORTH?
We understand that you have a big decision ahead and how important it is to choose the right photography & film team. It would be heartbreaking to be disappointed with the results. Below you will find details of what we offer in terms of Collections – please contact us and we will send you a link and password with the full pricing breakdown. We have written an article to give you an insight into ‘Why Luxury Photography and Videography Costs What It Does”
In an unregulated industry, we hope that you can take confidence in the fact that the big brands trust us. As European Sony Ambassadors and Rotolight Masters of Light we are recognised as some of the “world’s most respected and celebrated photographers and content creators“.
Every shoot with us is unique because we work on location and believe that a collaborative approach always delivers the most beautiful results. We are not afraid to be challenged, we are happy to travel and with years of experience, we also have complete confidence in our ability to create something unique and beautiful.
Each wedding is a love story that deserves to be shared.
JUST EXQUISITE
We wanted to let you know how delighted we are with the results. You have delivered so much more than we ever hoped for. Just exquisite. We can’t get over how beautiful our film is – even our friends get emotional!
SASKIA & DAVID
The Collections
Please contact us with your wedding date and venue and we will send you a link with password access to our full pricing breakdown for all Collections below:
PHOTOGRAPHY
ART
Full Wedding Gallery
- 10 hours of coverage
- experienced second shooter
- 20 hours of studio post-production
- private, password-protected gallery
- beautiful USB presentation box – screen & print resolution.
CINEMATOGRAPHY
ART
Highlights & Trailer
- 10 hours of coverage
- experienced second filmer
- 20 hours of studio post-production
- 15-20 Minute Highlights Film
- 2-3 Minute Trailer
- private, password-protected viewing & downloading platform
COMBINED
ART
Combined Coverage
- Photography Art Collection
- Cinematography Art Collection
- Discount included for this collection
*please refer to individual collections for the details*
PHOTOGRAPHY
LUXURY
Album Collection
- 10 hours of coverage
- experienced second shooter
- 20 hours of studio post-production
- private, password-protected gallery
- beautiful USB presentation box – screen & print resolution.
- 14″ x 10″ Queensberry Album. First 15 Spreads.
CINEMATOGRAPHY
LUXURY
Audio Collection
- 10 hours of coverage
- experienced second filmer
- 20 hours of studio post-production
- 15-20 Minute Highlights Film
- 2-3 Minute Trailer
- private, password-protected viewing & downloading platform
- Full audio recordings of the ceremony and speeches – both delivered as additional films.
COMBINED
LUXURY
Aerial Collection
- Photography Album Collection
- Cinematography Audio Collection
- Aerial drone – stills & video
- Discount included for this collection
*please refer to individual collections for the details*
OPTIONAL EXTRAS
As a studio we offer our clients many optional extras to add to their Wedding Collection:
ENGAGEMENT SHOOT
CEREMONY AUDIO & FOOTAGE
SPEECHES AUDIO & FOOTAGE
AERIAL DRONE – PHOTOGRAPHY / FILM
ADDITIONAL EVENT COVERAGE
LARGER TEAMS
LUXURY FRAMING
Luxury albums inc PARENT ALBUMS
DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY & FILM
Aerial footage gives a totally unique perspective to your location – there is something truly beautiful about capturing a bird’s-eye view and allowing you to experience your story on an epic and often breathtaking scale.
ALBUMS + FINE ART
For those of you who want to be able to see and touch your wedding memories you can choose to have high-quality loose prints, mounted prints, print boxes and beautiful frames of your favourite images and we can organise beautiful fine art thank you cards following your wedding day too.
For wedding albums we have chosen to work with Queensberry – their stunning luxury albums are made in New Zealand and are recognised as being the best in the world for wedding photography.
They offer a variety of paper stocks from traditional photographic, to textured fine art and silky smooth matte pages. There are also lots of beautiful leather cover options from very traditional to gorgeous contemporary metallics.
YOUR HEIRLOOM
‘driven by the desire to create treasured objects to reflect and express people’s memories – exquisite, bespoke, handmade photographic albums. Every album is a unique collaboration between photographers, artisans, designers, technicians and the art of storytelling itself. Our handmade albums are treasured around the world for the memories they evoke and the stories they tell.’
QUEENSBERRY
We can send you detailed information on our wedding albums – just get in touch and let us know you would like to find out more.
ASHRIDGE HOUSE
Working with byLumiere was one of the best decisions we made. Their professionalism is second to none and they knew exactly what we wanted from our first meeting with them. Naturally, you’re nervous on your wedding day but they guided us through the whole day and made us feel at ease. They captured some incredible moments with quality pictures and videos & even created some amazing silhouettes and slow-mo videos which we weren’t expecting. They know the house & grounds extremely well so they get all the best angles inside and all the best scenes outside. I’d definitely recommend them and taking the full package including drone footage as the views of Ashridge are truly spectacular
ANJALI & MEHUL
YOUR QUESTIONS
We have provided the answers to the questions that we get asked the most below. If we haven’t covered what you need to know please get in touch.
What is the difference between the teams?
Kate and Brent own byLumiere and have worked with Mark & Elizabeth for years.
Think of it like dining at a renowned restaurant:
Head Chefs (Sony European Imaging Ambassadors): Kate and Brent are like the head chefs who have years of experience in crafting exceptional dishes. As Sony European Imaging Ambassadors, we bring a level of expertise and artistry to our photography and cinematography that reflects our extensive years of experience and recognition in the industry. Our services come at a premium because we ensure every moment is captured with the highest level of skill, creativity, and professionalism.
Trained Sous Chefs (Our Team): Mark & Elizebeth who work with us are like skilled sous chefs who have been meticulously trained for years under our guidance. They are very capable and deliver high-quality results, reflecting the standards we uphold. They offer an excellent and reliable service, capturing your special day beautifully. We offer their services at a more affordable price point, making professional wedding photography and cinematography accessible while still maintaining high standards of quality and creativity.
In both cases, you’re guaranteed a delightful experience, but the level of expertise and technical ability Kate and Brent bring as ‘head chefs’ is what differentiates the offering.
How would you describe your style?
There are many, many labels used for wedding photography and films and we describe our signature style as fine art storytelling – which means we work hard to capture natural emotion and human connection in a beautiful and artistic way. We want to tell the whole story of your day but also provide some beautiful stand alone images and moments that are timeless. We work alongside other exceptional wedding suppliers and offer luxury and destination wedding films and photography.
What venues are you preferred suppliers for?
We are prepared suppliers for the following venues:
- Blenheim Palace
- The Royal Palaces
- Ashridge House
- Bodleian Library
Are you fully insured?
Absolutely – we have professional indemnity insurance along with public liability insurance. We also carry a full backup of professional equipment.
How much do you direct/pose your clients?
We believe in a collaborative approach and how much we direct varies from shoot to shoot. We are as comfortable working with shy, self-conscious adults and children as we are with experienced models. We promise to get the best out of you in a relaxed and effortless way.
Do you have a license for your drone work?
byLumiere has the CAA GVC to fly drones commercially with full insurance.
Do you only work within the UK?
We have worked all over the World and are always happy to travel. As a team of 4 we also only ever require 2 rooms as we are married couples.
What if we are planning a large wedding and need a larger production team?
We have a network of trusted photographers and cinematographers that we have worked with before and can, with sufficient notice, build a team according to the requirements of the brief.
Do we sign a contract?
Yes we have a contract that we will sign copies of via your very own dedicated client portal – the contract has been legally approved by a UK solicitor.
Should we book an engagement shoot?
Some couples really want to experience what it’s like being in front of my camera before the wedding day. If you do decide to book a shoot then we suggest we make a plan to do something fun and different. Location is very important to the final photos so we can chat about the kind of styling you would like. The imagery is always different to your wedding day and some couples have used their engagement images for wedding stationery, guest books and signing boards.
Print Res Vs Screen Res?
Why do we give you 2 versions of your wedding images – print and screen resolution?
Digital images are measured in pixels per inch, or ppi, which is similar to but not quite the same as dpi in printing. Most computer monitor displays are 72 ppi which is very low resolution compared to print. Most digital images look great on your monitor and 72 ppi images will be a smaller file size and load faster than a 300 ppi image. So We provide you with the images in screen resolution – perfect for sharing via email and displaying on any screen.
When it comes to printing the dpi refers to the amount of ink printed on paper. The more ink, the higher the resolution. 300 dots per inch is the standard for quality printing. When we provide your images in high resolution at 300 ppi they will be very large file sizes so should only be used for photographs you want to print. If you try and print the 72ppi version the print will literally pixelate and look blurry.
Can you provide prints for the guests?
After the wedding, we will send you a link to a password-protected online gallery that you can share with your guests (or we can create a separate gallery with the images of your choice). The gallery links directly to an online professional print lab where people can order individual prints that will be delivered directly.
How do we book you?
We always like to talk with our couples and get to know each other a little – often on Zoom these days. We are interested in your story – how you met, the proposal, the venue, the details. The truth is we love weddings. If you decide to work with us we ask for a completed and signed contract and a non-refundable booking fee of 20% which can be paid by bank transfer or credit card (with a card transaction fee). Unfortunately, we can’t hold dates without the form and fee because in peak season we often have many enquiries for the same day. The balance will be due one month before your wedding date.
Have you covered same sex or multicultural weddings?
Absolutely yes. As well as a number of same-sex and multicultural weddings we also have experience with Jewish and Asian ceremonies.
BOOK WITH US
We would love to hear from you, and if you do have any questions at all before booking, please do feel free to get in touch using the form below.