Memories Made Photography

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  • £495Price from
  • 50+Weddings shot
Hi, I'm Jon 👋
professional
Friendly
Personable
"Jon arrived as a photographer and left as a guest" - a genuine review from a couple which just about sums me up. My personable, fun, yet professional approach makes for very natural images.
If you're looking for t stereotypical photographer (chinos, leather camera straps etc) DO NOT BOOK ME.... I'll attend your wedding with a smile, personality (and probably bad jokes at some point) But I will also look after you, guide you, help you, and ensure you get the best out of your wedding pictures. I've photographed 500+ weddings. I'm very experienced, and I'm very lucky to have the best job ever !
Memories Made Photography Pricing & Costs
£495 - £995
I'm unlikely to be the cheapest photographer, or the most expensive, but if you are looking for a personable, experienced photographer who will work WITH you, over-deliver and look after you (with no awkward posing...) then I'd like to think I fit the bill well..
Full day package
From
£950
Coverage from preps right through to after your first dance No specific hours worked to No maximum number of images 2nd Photographer and/or videographer also available
What's included
Free Pre Wedding meeting and mini-shoot
Full day coverage
Preps, Ceremony, Confetti, Groups, Family, Couple shoot, Wedding Breakfast, Speeches, 1st dance, and everything in between
A complete mix of natural/candid images alongside some more traditional images
Personable, fun, "join-in" approach to your wedding day
Online digital gallery (private and protected) High-resolution images all downloadable with no watermarks...
Personalised USB Drive with all your images stored
A full-time, fully insured, DBS checked photographer, with a big smile, personable approach, and professional coverage
Memories Made Photography Details

Photography Style

Documentary
Modern
Artistic
Dramatic
Classic

Products and Services

Bridal Prep Shots
Back-Up Equipment
Online Proofing
Photo Printing
Flexible Hours on the Day
Last-Minute Orders
Stay Through Speeches
Stay Through Dancing
Large Group Shots
Thank You Cards / Photo Stationery
Second Shooter Available
Wedding Albums
Personal Online Gallery
Pre-Wedding Venue Visit
Pre-Wedding Consultation
Digital Editing / Airbrushing
Videography Available
Images on USB
Memories Made Photography Full Description
Wedding & Events Photographer. Based in Lancashire but covering most of the UK. Truly personal approach to one of the most important parts of your wedding. Sensible, transparent pricing. All bespoke pricing ensures you can get what YOU want from your wedding day photography, rather than just choosing from what a supplier offers... Get in touch to check availability and to have an informal chat. Thanks. Jon. **Warning** Jon chats to guests, has been known to tell corny jokes, and has a tendency to pinch sausage rolls from the buffet..... :)

Personal Message from the Manager

Name of Wedding Contact: Jon Byles Hardman
Hi. A wedding can be a massively stressful operation ! My aim is to provide a friendly and fun service from booking until way past the wedding itself. I offer a truly personable service and will go the extra mile to look after you. (I recently made a 2 hour round trip to collect some confetti the night before a wedding, as the brides hadn't turned up ! ) Would every photographer do that ? Really hope to speak to you soon. Jon.

Experience

Year Business Was Established
2015
No. of Weddings Hosted
More than 50
Public Liability Insurance
Yes
No. of People In Team
1
Reviews
(26)
The Taylors
Happy couple married in October
November 2023
The most fun and kind person!

John was a brilliant man to work with, open to having a giggle, and played a major part in keeping us on track. Absolutely perfect day with perfect pictures to remember! He remembered everything and was sure to include everything we asked, even our grumpy old dogs. Could not be happier working with him and the videographer he works with (Dave, Lakeland Films)

Emmy & Phil
Happy couple married in May
November 2023
110% recommend!

Where do I start. Our day with Jon and second shooter Martin was incredible. Neither myself or my now husband are overly comfortable in front of a camera but they made us feel so at ease and so confident. They made having photos taken honestly one of the many highlights of the day. The photos we've received are better than amazing. The shots are beautiful and artistic, and captured exactly what the moment/day was about. The colour and detail was so stunning and sharp. 110% recommend!

Abbey & Dan
Happy couple married in October
November 2023
Made every picture PERFECT

What a fantastic Photographer. From the very start Jon has made everything so understanding and made every picture PERFECT. The photos all looked so natural not staged at all. There was one photo I wanted inperticular and Jon captured that photo Beautifully 😍 From the morning Preperations to after the 1st dance Jon was brilliant, captured the best parts of the wedding which are just brilliant to look back on. Overall I am extremely happy with what Jon did and would definitely recommend him.

Sarah & Wayne
Happy couple married in May
November 2023
So friendly and the pictures are just gorgeous

Jon was absolutely brilliant. My son was obsessed with him and followed him around the place 😂 he was so good with him and even let him take some of the pictures. He was so friendly and the pictures are just gorgeous - better than I could have hoped for. So so pleased I booked him as I couldn’t be happier with the service, communication and results. Thank you so much!! (Testimonial copied from google reviews)

Debz & Graeme
Happy couple married in June
November 2023
Everyone felt at ease

What can we say, Jon made our wedding day so memorable and fun and everyone felt at ease.. Jon is an amazing photographer and captured every special moment of our day . We highly recommend Memories Made Photography, our wedding photographs are amazing and a lasting reminder of a fantastic day. (Testimonial copied from google reviews)

Amy & Jim
Happy couple married in August
November 2023
Highly recommend Jon for wedding photography

Jon is lovely, so professional and friendly, puts you right at ease and you forget he’s there! Our photos are outstanding and we couldn’t have wished for better! Highly recommend Jon for wedding photography! (Testimonial copied from google reviews)

Lizzie & Will
Happy couple married in May
November 2023
I can't recommend Jon enough

Jon has been amazing throughout the whole journey of our wedding from start to finish! From the day we booked, Jon was on hand to answer any questions, and helped with the whole wedding process. When we met up for our pre wedding photoshoot, Jon explained more to us than anyone else! On the day of the wedding, he made us both feel so calm and just allowed us to enjoy the day! We got so many beautiful photographs and Jon was able to capture the most special moments. I can't recommend Jon enough

Zoe & Reza
Happy couple married in July
November 2023
Truly Wonderful

We couldn't have asked for a better photographer to capture the most special moments on our wedding day. Jon was amazing on the day and leading up to the wedding itself. He made us feel so calm and comfortable and is so easy going. He captured some lovely shots at the pre wedding meeting we had with him which we adored and exceeded our expectations. We knew from then that our wedding photos would be perfect. Jon made so much effort to ensure we got the best photo's. We cant thank Jon enough.

David
Wedding: August
November 2018
So easy to work with

I was booked to make a short video of the couples 1st dances. I found Jon very easy to work with. Unlike some photographers, he was very keen to chat with me beforehand, so we were both able to complete the job together, rather than trying to work individually. Jon is great with the guests, and seems to make everyone feel at ease very easily. I hope to work with Jon again in the future

Kimberley Clewlow
Happy couple married in September
November 2018
A huge thankyou to a truly fabulous Photographer!!

Thankyou so much Jon you helped make our day extra special Im so glad we found you!! You made everyone feel so comfortable and relaxed, chatting to us and our guests throughout getting to know everyone and capturing some fabulous photos 😀 We Love Love Love the pics!! you have captured so many special memories for us to treasure forever, there are some truly beautiful ones I didn't even realise you had taken!! Id also like to thankyou for making our nephew feel so special he loved spending time with you finding out what you were doing and how your camera worked you even let him take some photos with your camera you were so brilliant with him 😀 We honestly cant thank you enough Thanks again 😁

Memories Made Photography Location & Contact Details
Address
Warton, Lancashire, England, United Kingdom
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FAQs
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What is your most memorable wedding?

EVERY wedding is memorable for different reasons, and I've been privileged to work at some amazing venues. From a Scottish Castle wedding (with no roof - yes it rained! ) to racing across a golf course with a bride and groom in a golf buggy !

Describe your style in 5 adjectives.

Friendly. Professional. Artistic. Fun. Visionary

What about your business are you most proud of?

The personable touch. I've stayed in touch with virtually all the couples I've worked with. I love the fact that they get to know me, and trust in what I do.

What is your No. 1 wedding planning tip for couples?

On your wedding day - EVERY hour - disappear with your new husband/wife or 5 minutes, and have some alone time. It goes SO fast on the day - take time for you, and to enjoy the day

What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?

Probably the most unusual was the Nigerian wedding I photographed recently. I received a towel as a "favour" with the couples faces printed on it :) Plus their first dance involved them being showered with Nigerian dollars A real personal and unusual touch

Describe your typical process with a couple.

Get the proposal together Agree the package Meet up and have a chat about the day - AND take some informal "pre-wedding pictures" Stay in touch constantly before the wedding. Plan every detail so the wedding day goes by without issues, and without me having to keep asking what is happening next Quickly edit a handful of pictures within 48 hours so you can use them on social media, or for thank you cards. Fly edit the rest of the photos and put them onto your online gallery to share, download etc Receive your personalised USB drive with all your images on Discuss albums and prints if you'd like them STAY IN TOUCH :)

What is the No. 1 photo that you think every couple should take?

I think there are several, from the 1st look, to the 1st kiss, to the 1st dance - but it's sometimes the natural candid pictures that really tell the story

What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?

I've been asked to take pictures on a carousel before now - which is always good when you suffer from dizzy spells....

What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?

Well, I carry around 10 clear umbrellas in the boot of my car to EVERY wedding. you never know what may happen ! If it does rain - don't let it worry you. Go with it - there are some exceptional pictures that can be taken in the rain (or just after)

Describe how you got into photography.

I've always loved photographing landscapes and sunsets from an early age, and used to pinch my dads camera (yes the old 35mm film one) I soon realised that this was the profession for me - but it took a while before I was able to take the plunge and do this full time (kids, family and a mortgage meant a lot planning !) However, it was the best move I ever made
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