Wedding Photography Prices and Packages Ireland
Wedding Photography Packages and Prices for Dublin, Meath, Kildare, Westmeath, Wicklow, Louth, Kilkenny, Carlow and Ireland.Wedding Photographer Ireland
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Affordable Cost Effective Prices For Wedding Photography Packages from €849 to €1499 for Dublin, Meath, Kildare, Wicklow, Westmeath, Kilkenny and Ireland
Simon Peare is a full time professional photographer specialising in weddings and events with hundreds of couples trusting him to capture their special day. When you are hiring a photographer for your wedding there are many things to consider.
The most common questions that pop up on facebook groups, wedding websites and google are:
How much does it cost for a wedding photographer in Ireland?
What is the average price for a wedding photographer?
What's the difference between a photographer for €500 and €3000?
How do I choose the best wedding photographer for me?
Is my photographer a recommended wedding photographer?
What questions should I ask a wedding photographer?
What is included in a Wedding Photography Package?
Will I spend my whole day posing for photos?
When you hire a photographer for your wedding the most important thing to consider is does the photographer's approach match what you want on the day and is their style of photography something you like. Any photographer can take a great photo on occasion and put together a highlights gallery that looks amazing. However what you need is consistently amazing photos all day. At the bottom of this page I go into a lot more detail about this if you need some more information. Please click here.
The main reason why there is a difference in prices for wedding photographers is experience. Someone beginning being a professional photographer will be cheaper than someone with years of experience. However you will probably have a less professional experience from beginning to end and on the day will have more intrusion to get the shots the photographer wants to get. An experienced photographer will be able to get amazing shots without you even noticing, making the photography on the day run as smoothly as possible and letting you enjoy your wedding day with your partner, family and guests.
On the page below I go through my approach to wedding photography and what you can expect from different wedding packages with prices. I would always recommend prices should be listed on a photographer's website and a couple can consider the packages without any pressure from the photographer. No hidden extras or surprises, just great wedding photos in a relaxed stress free environment with an experienced photographer with hundreds of weddings under his belt and a guarantee that your photos are backed up for a full 12 months from the date of the ceremony. Don't believe me then please have a look at the testimonials and recommendations below.
I am happy to answer any questions you may have about pricing and packages available. 2023 is almost full and 2024/2025 is booking up fast so please get in touch to see if your date is available.
Email: [email protected] or Ph:/Text/Whatsapp +353 86 8137668
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Wedding Photographer Recommendations and Testimonials
Testimonial from Hannah and Karl, Wedding in Langton's Kilkenny
(Featured in RSVP Magazine)
"We are so thrilled we booked Simon for our wedding. Absolute pleasure to deal with, such a gentleman with a laid back approach. He was friendly, polite, non-invasive and not fussy at all on the day and the final results are brilliant. We are delighted with them. We would Highly recommend Simon as a Wedding Photographer."
Wedding Photographer TestimonialHannah and Karl, Langton's Kilkenny. "We are so thrilled we booked Simon"
Testimonial from Jacqueline and Sean, Wedding in Dublin City Hall, Iveagh Gardens
and The Castleknock Hotel, Dublin.
(Featured in RSVP Magazine)
Thanks so much for doing that for us"
Wedding Photography Testimonial, Dublin City HallRelaxed Fun Creative Wedding Photos
Testimonial from Jacinta and Lorna, Wedding in Kippure Estate, Co. Wicklow
(Featured in RSVP Magazine)
"We love the wedding photos and they are everything we wanted so from both of us ,
thank u so much for capturing the moments :) "
Jacinta and Lorna Wedding Photographer TestimonialKippure Estate, Wicklow. "We love the pictures"
My Approach to Wedding Photography
Every couple is different and unique. I try to capture your personalities and emotions on your day. I am always looking for that simple look or unique smile we all have that define us and capture it in a natural way. That means letting you enjoy and experience the emotions of your big day and me being as unobtrusive as possible. Your wedding will be emotional, full of fun and laughter with friends and family. It’s the best day of your life. You don't want to be spending ages posing for staged and awkward photos.
I focus on capturing authentic moments in a natural and relaxing way. There will be so many memories created on your wedding day and I am there to capture them for you. And the best bit, most of the time you won't even realise I am there. Call it Relaxed, Natural, Documentary Style Wedding Photography. I often hear from other couples at weddings how they spent ages at their own wedding posing for photos and dragged off to locations they didn't want and it took up a lot of their day. To put it bluntly I don't do that. I discuss with you before the wedding what you want and on the day that's what we do and if you need advice or guidance I am happy to help.
I got a love of photography from my Dad at a very young age. He was the family photographer. I always loved photos and when I inherited his camera it opened up a whole new world for me. As I have a love for music I used it at concerts and also developed a love of street photography. In both cases I had no control over what was happening and had to work hard and quickly in the moment to get the right shot. A little bit like weddings :)
On a trip to Cuba many years ago I was able to indulge my passion for photography traveling the country and being away from my then Monday to Friday corporate life. When I came back to Dublin I decided I needed to work full time as a photographer and so many years later here I am
Actually that's Rebecca below. I don't look that good in a wedding dress :)
If you're really curious there's a selfie at the bottom of this page if you're curious. I'm the one on the left!
Wedding Photography Packages and Prices Dublin, Meath, Louth, Wicklow, Kildare, Kilkenny, Westmeath, Carlow, Offaly and Ireland Packages to Suit All Budgets covering the part of the Day to the Whole Day. Bridal Prep, Ceremony, Drinks Reception, Dinner, Speeches and The First Dance
Wedding Photography Packages
The Wedding Photography Packages start with "The Essential's" Package. This covers arriving at the Ceremony through to arriving at the Reception. The "Contemporary (Half Day)" Wedding Photography Package includes the bride preparation in the morning before the ceremony at home or the wedding venue depending and the "First Dance(s) (Full Day)" Wedding Photography Package covers the whole day from the preparation in the morning until the first four or five dances in the evening when everyone is on the dance floor. These three packages tend to suit most couples but if it doesn't then please get in touch as no package is set in stone and a specific package can be tailored for your needs and a Wedding Album can be added to any package from €325.
The Essential's Wedding Photography Package
Photography Coverage from the Wedding Ceremony to Arriving at the Reception
(€849 Monday - Wednesday except Bank Holidays, €999 Thursday - Sunday)
If you working on a budget or having a smaller more intimate wedding then why not choose the Essentials Wedding Photography Package. This package covers the most important parts of your day from arriving at the wedding ceremony until you sit down for dinner that evening.
The Essentials Wedding Photography Package €849/€949Wedding photography package for those smaller more intimate weddings or couples working on a budget. Capturing the most important parts of the wedding day covering arriving at the ceremony until being seated for dinner.
The Essentials Wedding Photography Package Includes:
Pre-Wedding Day Consultation to Discuss Your Requirements
30 Minutes Coverage Before The Ceremony of Guests Arriving and Ceremony Room/Church Details
Bride Arriving at the Ceremony Venue
Wedding Ceremony Photographs
Bridal Party Photos, Group Photos and Bride and Groom photos.
The Drinks Reception
Arrival at the Wedding Reception
Cutting the Cake Before the Reception
Candid and Social Shots of you and your Guests
Arrival at the meal until you sit down for dinner
An Online Gallery of 200 - 250 Fully Edited Colour and Black and White Photographs for you to Share with your Friends and Family via Social Media.
A Slideshow Presentation is also available of your Wedding Photographs for easy viewing and sharing.
All Images in High Resolution Fully Edited & Ready to Print and Supplied to you via an Online Cloud Downloading Service. You get a link via email and when you click it your images will download to your laptop or desktop
Backup of your images for 12 months from the date of your wedding
On the day the emphasis is on you enjoying your day maximising the amount of time with your guests with the photography being captured in a friendly, discreet and relaxed manner.
A 30x30cm 10 Spreads/20 Page Wedding Album can be added from €325
The Contemporary (Half Day) Wedding Photography Package
Photography Coverage from the Bride Preparation to Arriving at The Reception - Only €1199
This is a very popular package starting in the morning with the bride getting ready with her maid of honor, bridesmaids and family. It captures the amount of care and thought put into all the details of the bride preparation and then follows on to cover the ceremony and everything after until the couple arrive into the reception when they sit down for dinner.
Contemporary Digital Wedding Photography Package from only €1199Wedding Photography Package that Covers from the Bride Preparation, the Wedding Ceremony to The Newly Married Couple Sitting Down for their Meal.
The Contemporary (Half Day) Wedding Photography Package Includes:
Pre-Wedding Day Consultation to Discuss Your Requirements
Photographs of the Bride Getting Ready with the Bridesmaids and Family approx 90 -120 mins before the ceremony.
Photographs of the Groom Getting Ready with the Best Man and Groomsmen if they are in the Same Venue as the Bride.
Bride Arriving at the Ceremony Venue
Wedding Ceremony Photographs
The Drinks Reception
Bridal Party Photos, Group Photos and Bride and Groom photos.
Arrival at the Wedding Reception
The Bride and Groom Cutting the Cake Before the Reception
Candid and Social Shots of you and your Guests
Arrival at the meal until you sit down for dinner
An Online Gallery of at least 300 - 350 Fully Edited Colour and Black and White Photographs for you to Share with your Friends and Family via Social Media.
A Slideshow Presentation is also available of your Wedding Photographs for easy viewing and sharing.
All Images in High Resolution Fully Edited & Ready to Print and Supplied to you via an Online Cloud Downloading Service. You get a link via email and when you click it your images will download to your laptop or desktop
Backup of your images for 12 months from the date of your wedding
A 30x30cm 10 Spreads/20 Page Wedding Album can be added from €325
On the day the emphasis is on you enjoying your wedding day maximising the amount of time with your guests with the photography being captured in a friendly, discreet and relaxed manner.
Click the Photo Below for a Full Gallery Real Wedding Example of the Contemporary Digital Wedding Photography Package
The First Dance(s) (Full Day) Wedding Photography Package
Photography Coverage from the Bride Preparation to the First Dance(s) - Only €1499
This package covers it all. It is the one to get if you want to document and record the complete wedding day. From the bride getting ready in the morning all the way through to the first four or five dances that night. This package helps capture you and your guests in a more relaxed mood as the night goes on. The formal parts of the day are over and now you can relax and enjoy yourselves with your guests.
When I cover the first dance at a wedding I normally stay for the first four or five dances. This then gets not only the Bride and Groom's first dance but also their guests on the dance floor capturing the atmosphere of the night.
The First Dance Wedding Photography Package Covers the Whole Day for €1499Capturing the Whole Day from The Bridal Prep in the Morning, Through Arriving at The Ceremony, The Drinks Reception, Family and Bridal Photos, Arriving into Dinner, The Speeches and The First Dance as a Married Couple as well as the Bridal Party and Family and Friends getting up to Dance
The First Dance(s) Full Day Wedding Photography Package Includes:
Pre-Wedding Day Consultation to Discuss Your Requirements
Photographs of the Bride Getting Ready with the Bridesmaids and Family approx 90 -120 mins before the ceremony.
Photographs of the Groom Getting Ready with the Best Man and Groomsmen if they are in the Same Venue as the Bride.
Wedding Ceremony Photographs
The Drinks Reception
Bridal Party Photos, Group Photos and Bride and Groom photos.
Arrival at the Wedding Reception
The Bride and Groom Cutting the Cake Before the Reception
Candid and Social Shots of you and your Guests
The Speeches
Any other reception entertainment that may be provided such as a Magician/Hypnotist/Comedian etc
The First Dance(s) Typically the First 4 or 5 Dances Until Everyone is on the Dance Floor
An Online Gallery of at least 450 Fully Edited Colour and Black and White Photographs for you to Share with your Friends and Family via Social Media.
A Slideshow Presentation is also available of your Wedding Photographs for easy viewing and sharing
All Images in High Resolution Fully Edited & Ready to Print and Supplied to you via an Online Cloud Downloading Service.
Backup of your images for 12 months from the date of your wedding
If staying for the first dance I would ask if a meal could be provided from the bar menu.
On the day the emphasis is on you enjoying your wedding day maximising the amount of time with your guests with the photography being captured in a friendly, discreet and relaxed manner.
A 30x30cm 10 Spreads/20 Page Wedding Album can be added from €325
Click the Photo Below for a Full Gallery Real Wedding Example of the First Dance(s) Wedding Photography Package
Wedding Photography Price List Summary January 2023
The Essentials Wedding Photography Package price is €849/€999
The Contemporary (Half Day) Wedding Photography Package price is €1199
The First Dance(s) (Full Day) Wedding Photography Package price is €1499
Wedding Albums from €325
Deposit/Booking Fee Required to secure your date is only €199
All Prices are based on venues within 120 minutes driving time of Dublin City. Generally it will cover Meath, Louth, Kildare, Laois, Galway, Offaly, Cavan, Wicklow, Waterford, Wexford, Westmeath, Carlow and Kilkenny
If your venue is a little further please get in touch for a competitive quote.
There is a Nominal Charge to Cover Travel Expenses if Your Venue is Greater Than 120 Minutes From Dublin
Dates are only secured on payment of a non refundable deposit/booking fee and the returning of the booking form.
All Quotes are valid for 7 days
Are There Any Hidden Extras?
No - Everything is outlined above.
If you decide to go ahead and book me to photograph your wedding please get in touch at [email protected] or phone/text + 353 86 8137668 and we can work out which package suits you best.
After that I will send you a short online booking form to fill out (takes about 2 minutes) that details everything we have discussed. As bookings for wedding photography can be made years in advance it is better to have everything that was agreed in writing so when we talk before the wedding we can both refer back to the booking form.
After you return the booking form filled in with the relevant details and paid a small deposit your date will be secured.
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Wedding Albums
So you have picked the perfect wedding photography package for you. Would you like to to have a physical album to remember your wedding day? Would you like me to organise this for you? The current album I offer is a 30cm x 30cm and includes 20 pages. More pages can be added for a small extra cost.
After your wedding if you decide to create an album I can help you with this. I believe it is only at this stage you can truly decide which images you want to put into your album. After you have seen your wedding images I will ask you to pick approximately 50 images you want to put into an album. From here we can refine the album until we get the album you want. This gives you control of your wedding album from start to finish.
Thank you for taking the time to have a look at my Wedding Photography Packages.
If you would like to see some more general information about my wedding photography please have a look here Wedding Photographer Dublin
Wedding Photography Packages and Prices Dublin, Meath, Louth, Kildare, Wicklow, Westmeath, Kilkenny and BeyondBride Preparation, Wedding Ceremony, Drinks Reception, Arriving at the Reception, Speeches, After Dinner Entertainment, First Dance, Family and Group Photos
6 Steps To Pick a Great Wedding Photographer
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Step 1: Shortlist 5 photographers that you have seen and like their work
Step 2: Email them and check availability on your date (Tip: If someone takes forever to reply to an email beware as you don't want the stress that can produce close to a wedding)
Step 3: Check Independent Testimonials: All photographers will put great testimonials on their own website. Check testimonials on their Google My Business page, Facebook Page, Weddingsonline.ie etc This means they are a recommended wedding photographer by other couples. They will give you a more complete picture of who you are dealing with
Step 4: Get a detailed package and price list. Understand exactly what you are paying for. Some photographers bundle everything into a package (Eg 2 photographers, a main album for the couple, parents albums etc) Some offer the photography as a stand alone and you can add on the extras. Don't pay for anything you don't want just because it is part of the package. Ask if it can be reduced if you don't need everything offered.
Step 5: View several full wedding galleries they have done. If you are considering a package that will produce 300 images then ask to see a gallery from a similar wedding with 300 images. Don't accept a highlights gallery of 50 or 60.
Step 6: Have a chat. The couple will spend a lot of time with the photographer on the day. Make sure you get on. This will give you confidence and help you relax on the day which in turn helps the photographer get the best shots. If you are happy with all the above then you are probably ready to hire your photographer
Always Make Sure When Hiring a Wedding Photographer
1. Get everything agreed in writing. A professional will insist on it anyway
2. Understand what you are paying for. This should always be in the contract or booking form
3. Understand what happens if something goes wrong. EG is the deposit refundable or can it be transferred to a new date
4. Great Independent Testimonials. (Hint: On my own website I can write whatever i want but mine are true, honestly)
5. Good communication from the photographer. Personally I think 24 hours to answer an email is plenty and can often be a lot less. Silences can cause stress to couples which can be easily avoided
Things to avoid in Hiring A Wedding Photographer
1. Anyone who guarantees a turnaround within a few days.
Individually editing hundreds of images can be done in a couple of days but it is not advised.
2. Anyone who does not offer post production on the images.
3. Anyone who tries to find out the size of your wedding or budget before giving you a price. If you want a photographer from prep until the 1st dance it makes little difference to the photographer if there is 25 guests or 250 guests
4. Vague testimonials. We have all seen them on websites of all kinds
5. Only being shown highlights galleries
6. When a contract/booking form with terms and conditions attached is not offered
So Why Can Hiring a Professional Wedding Photographer Be So Expensive
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So bringing it back to the cost of all this. I am going to ignore all the items usually trotted out such as equipment, insurance, fuel etc and base it on the number of hours put into a wedding.
A professional wedding photographer will spend at least a couple of hours dealing with the couple before the day including emails, meetings, sending contracts and showing previous work etc. On the day there is usually an hours traveling time each way to and from the wedding. For a full day prep could start at 10:30am and the first dance can easily start at 10:00pm with the photographer leaving at 10:30pm. So this is 16 hours work in total which is what most people think the wedding photographer does for their fee. I wish :)
After the day the photographer will upload and back up all the images. Then the fun begins. Typically a full day wedding will produce between 1600 - 2000 images. The first job is to bring that number down to what amount you said you would deliver. This takes approximately 2-3 hours. Then each of the 450-500 selected images needs to be edited individually. No matter what presets a photographer uses an image will always look better going in and individually editing it. Even if each image takes 2 minutes to edit that is another almost 14 hours work. So in total for a full day wedding a photographer will put in approximately 30 hours work. So if you divide the price of your package (After you take out albums/USB Boxes etc) and divide it by 30 you will see why wedding photography can be expensive
So with all that in mind why do some photographers charge €400 and some €4000. Well let's start with a cheap wedding photographer at about €400. It can be an option. Most photographers were there at the start of their career. I certainly was. I was a professional photographer that worked for magazines and newspapers and corporate clients but had never done weddings and at the time I advertised a package outlining I had no wedding photography experience but showed the quality of other work I had done. I got a few bookings from couples that weren't going to have a photographer but took a chance. They got a budget package and I got the start of a wedding portfolio. So don't rule it out but understand there is a risk involved.
Next you have the majority of the best Wedding Photographers that charge between €1100 and €1700 for a full day from prep until the first few dances. The difference can be in the level of experience they have. How much they are in demand and is there any extras included in the package such as a luxury wooden box for the USB key or a significant amount more images delivered etc
Then there is the a the group that charge over €2000. These can vary from a photographer that has a day job and wants to limit the amount of weddings they shoot during the year as it is a supplement to a full time job. Simple law of economics, price goes up and demand goes down and they are happy to hold out for the couples that really love their work and are happy to pay a premium for it.
In this group there are also photographers that are in very high demand with decades of experience and have worked their price up to this point and know the amount of weddings they want to shoot in a year and have delivered quality work to couples for that time and new couples are happy and confident in the service and quality they will get. In this group you will also usually find it will include a second shooter, albums and prints of some sort.
I hope that gives you some background but feel free to get in touch if you want to have a chat
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That's me on the left
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