FAQs
General Services
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What services do Fineshade Studios offer?
Fineshade Studios specialise in editorial and documentary wedding photography and videography across Northamptonshire and the UK, offering full-day coverage, destination weddings, engagement shoots, and fine-art style editing.
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Do you provide both photography and videography?
Yes — Fineshade Studios offers combined photography and cinematic videography packages, digital and analogue/35mm film photography, allowing couples to capture their day in a range of still and moving forms.
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Do you cover weddings outside Northamptonshire?
Absolutely! The team travels throughout the UK and abroad for destination weddings, elopements, and editorial shoots.
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How far in advance should I book my wedding photographer?
Most couples book between 9–18 months in advance, especially for summer weddings. Early booking ensures preferred dates are secured, however as we are a tight knit team of eight, we have the capacity to cover more than one wedding per day. This means we often have flexibility to take on weddings even at very short notice!
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Packages & Pricing
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What is included in your wedding photography packages?
Packages typically include pre-wedding consultations, full-day coverage, professionally edited high-resolution early release images 48-72 hours post-wedding hosted in an online digital gallery. Optional extras include fine-art albums, content creation service, analogue photography and drone footage and photography.
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Do you offer custom wedding packages?
Yes — packages can be tailored to longer and shorter events. We can cover on an hour by hour basis through to a several day long event. This might include destination travel, additional photographers, or bespoke videography depending on the couple’s needs.
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How much does wedding photography cost?
Pricing start from £250 for a couple of hours shooting through to £6000+ for international photography and film packages. All UK weddings are VAT and travel inclusive and a full day photography starts at £2150 and a full day film starts at £2150. Combination packages for photography and content creation/film start at £2850. Contact Fineshade Studios for a custom quote to suit your wedding size, style and budget. Many of our clients book a smaller package then add-on additional products at a later date. Additional on-the-day hours can also be purchased for £150 per hour for the team.
Style & Approach
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What photography style does Fineshade Studios use?
Our style is a mix of fine art, editorial and documentary. Fineshade Studios combine candid storytelling with elegant, editorial composition and timeless tones. We work to keep the colours as true-to-tone as possible to preserve the authenticity of the day. We are client-lead and we will work with each couple on a wedding-by-wedding basis to maximise the time our clients have with friends and family whilst delivering the elegant, playful and artful images we are known for.
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Do you capture both posed and natural shots?
Yes. The photography and film is centred around the clients and the events of the day - not the other way around. The team blend editorial portraits with relaxed, documentary-style moments for a balanced and authentic gallery.
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What makes Fineshade Studios different from other wedding photographers?
Our focus on artistic storytelling, natural light, and emotional detail creates images that feel both elegant and genuinely personal. We are proud to have been published in numerous publications over the years such as Vogue, Tatler, Hitched, Love My Dress and Rock My Wedding to name a few. Many of our testimonials cite feeling like we were ‘friends who bought a camera along’. Our genuine rapport with our clients is felt and seen through the imagery.
Experience & Locations
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How many weddings have you photographed?
Fineshade Studios has captured 400+ weddings across the UK and Europe, from intimate countryside ceremonies, elopements to large destination celebrations.
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Which venues have you worked with in Northamptonshire?
Regular venues include Kelmarsh Hall, Deene Park, Rushton Hall, The Talbot Hotel, The Woodlands at Hothorpe, Dodmoor House and Dodford Manor alongside many other well-known venues throughout the East of England and the East Midlands.
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Do you travel for destination weddings?
Yes — destination weddings are a core part of our service, with coverage available across Europe and beyond.
Process & Delivery
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How long does it take to receive wedding photos?
Most couples receive their full edited gallery within 6–8 weeks, with a preview selection provided within 48-72 hours. Film products are delivered between 10-12 weeks during high season.
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How are the photos delivered?
Images are delivered via a secure online gallery, allowing easy sharing, downloading, and album selection.
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Can we order prints and albums directly?
Yes — professional fine-art prints and custom albums can be ordered through a bespoke store-front which each of our clients can access via their online client gallery.