Creative collaboration
"Everyone is an artist" said Joseph Beuys. Your wedding day is a chance to put that into practice and curate a day that is utterly unique to you. My favourite part of planning is seeing your references and working together on moodboards, to plan a wedding album that feels just like you. Then, I'll ask you what part of the day you're most excited for, what made you choose that song or perhaps even the most romantic painting you've ever seen. Those tiny details help me to train my eye to yours, and see the day as you do.
Spontaneity
Whilst it helps to plan, and getting those family shots is important, no one wants to spend too much time away from the action. I keep posed portraits to a minimum and the real fun comes when you're not expecting it, when you and your guests are relaxed, laughing and feeling themselves.
The Eye
I've been taking photos for as long as I can remember, which has given me a strong eye for lighting, detail and composition. I'm always looking for the best possible image, applying the principles of photography without even thinking about it. I think of my style as fun, fresh and free, without stiff posing or intense filters.
About
When I turned six, I was given a pink Barbie camera for my birthday and used it to take photos of my mum making tea, or extreme close-ups of my own face. For a few years after that, I put my photography career on the back-burner, until cinema captured my attention and I realised I wanted to make beautiful images too.
I studied Fine Art Photography, spent some time in the photo pit at London Fashion Week, and then moved into the art world, working in communications, getting to know artists and their ways of seeing. I've also lived in London, Berlin and Rotterdam, absorbing city life and all its influences.
And now, I'm turning my lens to weddings, where there's no shortage of beautiful light, interesting people and unscripted theatre.
Explore more of my work at www.katherineazthomson.com.
FAQ
Can you visit the location before the wedding day?
Yes, depending on the location, I’d be happy to arrange a site visit with you to get my bearings and understand lighting conditions. Just let me know during our consultation if this is something you’d like, and I can include it in a customised quote.
Do you travel for destination weddings?
I’ve photographed weddings across the UK, Germany and the Netherlands, so I’m familiar with the different cultures and settings in each country. That said, I’m always happy to travel somewhere new! My packages are priced in GBP, but can be converted directly to EUR, with travel and accommodation added where needed.
What if we hate having our photo taken?
No worries, I’m very experienced with working with real people and most of the time you'll hardly notice I’m there, except when I might offer you some gentle direction when you're not sure what to do with your hands! I'm a highly sociable person and enjoy getting to know clients and their guests in a relaxed way. If you're still unsure, I also offer a 1 hour engagement shoot, which is a good way to get some experience in front of the camera.
What if you have to cancel?
In the very unlikely case I can’t make your wedding, I’ll give you as much notice as possible, a full refund of any fees already paid and help you find a replacement photographer of the same standard.
How soon after will we receive our photos?
Depending on your package, you’ll receive a small preview of 15-20 images the next day. The rest will follow 6-8 weeks later, depending on capacity. If you'd like to have your photos sooner, you can add-on express delivery.