How much input will I have on how my images are shot and also the final Post Production and Product?
We listen intently to your ideas and suggestions at the Consultation Meeting, and will determine at this stage the style of imagery that best suits you and exceeds your expectations. It is very important to know that your Professional Photographer is fully in tune with what you want, and so constant review and discussion can take place where necessary to deliver you the images that you have dreamt of.
Do I have to add other Complimentary Services to my Wedding package?
Not at all. A Bespoke and Tailored package means exactly that. You decide what you want and we deliver. Our approach is the very same whether we are working on a small occasion covering only a couple of hours, or larger event shot over the course of a weekend. Choose a set package, or mix and match to find the fit that will give you the total photographic coverage and superb results that you are seeking.
We cater for almost every budget, and so at Lime Tree Pictures there is a bespoke package just waiting for you!
Are you Insured and Regulated?
As a rule the Creative Industries are regulated by the Membership of various Professional bodies who oversee best practice and provide advice and help where needed to not only those who are Members, but the general public too. At Lime Tree Pictures, we are Members of The Society of Wedding & Portrait Photographers, and follow their guidelines on best practice. In addition to this Mike Hughes is the holder of an HND in Professional Photography ('A' Graded). Moreover Mike is always open to evolving as a Professional to keep abreast of new developments and further inprove the service offered to you, Our Client.
Furthermore, and as you would expect with a Professional Photographer, Lime Tree Pictures has in place substantial Public Liability Insurance alongside Professional Indemnity Insurance, for added peace of mind.
What experience do you bring to Wedding Photography?
Mike Hughes, the Owner & Principle Photographer of Lime Tree Pictures, has been actively involved taking pictures for many years and is the holder of a Professional Qualification in Photography. During this time he has developed a wide network of contacts in and around the North of Scotland, and has worked extensively in such various genres as Weddings & Social Events, Editorial Fashion, Portraiture and Landscape. Further to this Mike has also worked with Professional Models and Photographers, both as Principle Photographer and as an Assistant, shooting Fashion Briefs as well as Weddings. Also Mike has Exhibited and sold his Landscape work throughout the North East of Scotland.
Lime Tree Pictures have also worked professionally in some of the most prestigious Wedding venues accross the North of Scotland, including Drumtochty Castle, The Marcliffe at Pitfodels, Ardoe House and Maryculter House Hotel. In addition to these top establishments, we have successfully shot at the world famous Eilean Donan Castle on the West Coast of Scotland.
What constitutes a Wedding Portrait?
This is where Mike would depart from shooting the more Candid images, which depict the event as a whole and are more documentary, and instead work together with the Bride & Groom in order to achieve a selection of images that are individual to you. More relaxed and enjoyable, these images are based around the Wedding Couple and which can include the surroundings as well as your Friends and Family where you wish. Mike's shooting style is relaxed and intended to both calm and bring the best out of everyone being photographed- so there is no need to worry about striking the pose! It comes far more naturally than you may think...
What are typical Delivery Times?
As you would expect these may vary dependant on what products or services you have chosen, but normally the first edit of images from which to choose for your Bespoke Wedding Album will be ready to view 4 weeks after the event. Thereafter once ordered, the delivery time for the Album can be expected to be 6-8 weeks from this point. However if you have chosen not to have an Album, and to recieve High Resolution Images on CD/DVD for example, a significant reduction in delivery times can be assumed. All individual products have seperate delivery expectations, but where possible Lime Tree Pictures will beat any deadlines to forward to you your final products as speedily as possible.