27/07/2026
When you receive a 5 star review like this….. there’s nothing more I can say.
‘From start to finish, Derek was an absolute dream to work with. His communication and professionalism were outstanding throughout the entire process. No matter how small the question, I always knew I could send him an email and hear back quickly. He explained everything clearly, set expectations perfectly, and made us feel completely at ease in the lead-up to the wedding.
On the day itself, Derek was incredible. We specifically wanted someone who could capture natural, candid moments without making the day feel staged or intrusive — and he absolutely nailed it. He somehow managed to be everywhere and nowhere all at once, like a ninja behind the camera. He blended seamlessly into the day while still being available whenever we or our guests wanted specific photos. As people who aren’t particularly comfortable in front of a camera, he made the entire experience feel effortless and natural. He arrived exactly when promised, and I’m fairly certain he stayed longer than agreed because he was so dedicated to capturing every important moment.
Before the wedding, we discussed the style and types of photos we wanted, and Derek exceeded every expectation. One of our biggest requests was to make sure our ring-bearer and fur baby, Willow, was featured as much as possible — and the photos he captured of her are honestly some of the most beautiful images we’ve ever seen. He perfectly captured not just the moments, but the emotion and personality behind them.
When we received the photos, we were blown away. We got a small preview gallery within just a couple of days, which was such an exciting surprise, and then the full gallery followed incredibly quickly after that. The editing style was stunning — natural, timeless, and even better than we could have imagined. Every single image felt special.
The value for money was unbelievable. People always say you get what you pay for, but Derek delivered a level of quality and service far beyond what we expected. We genuinely could not recommend him more highly and will absolutely be recommending him to everyone we know.
One particular photo of me, my new husband, and Willow sitting together outside the venue is something I will treasure forever, long after she’s gone. That alone is priceless to us. Thank you, Derek, for giving us memories we’ll cherish for the rest of our lives.’
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