The principle
One day, and many hours around it
On the day, a photographer is with you for five to ten hours. But the work starts long before: emails, a planning call, a venue scouting visit. And it carries on long after: sorting through thousands of images, editing them one by one, putting the gallery online, prints and albums.
One day on site often means several days of work in total. That’s the time you pay for, along with equipment, insurance and business costs.
What makes it vary
Five things to look at
Hours of coverage: five for the ceremony and drinks, eight or more for the full day. Number of photographers: a second shooter for large weddings. Travel: distance and a possible overnight stay. Products: prints, a keepsake box, a bound album. Weddings per year: a photographer who takes on few gives each one more time.
What a price contains
What you pay for
Time on the day
01
From getting ready to the party, depending on the collection: the visible part of the work.
Preparation
02
The call, the couple’s guide, the venue scouting: everything that prevents surprises.
Culling
03
Thousands of images to review, keeping only the best, with no duplicates.
Editing
04
Every photo edited one by one, in colour and in black and white.
Prints
05
Fine art prints, a keepsake box or an album: photos that live beyond the screen.
Peace of mind
06
A preview within 48 hours, the gallery within three weeks, a price agreed in advance.
My prices
Published prices, no surprises
My 2027 collections: Essentielle from €1,890 (5 hours), Signature from €2,890 (8 hours, couple session), Héritage from €4,500 (two photographers, fine art album) and Elopement from €1,490 (4 hours). The final quote is set during a thirty-minute call, and it doesn’t change afterwards.
I photograph only five weddings a year: that’s what allows me to give each one the time described above.
Comparing
How to compare two quotes
Look at what’s included, not just the price: exact hours of coverage, delivery time, editing (every photo or a selection), travel, prints. Ask to see a full wedding, not only the best shots. And read the contract: cancellation terms and how you may use the photos.
Pricing questions
Why do prices vary so much between photographers?+
Because time spent, experience, equipment, products delivered and the number of weddings per year differ. Compare what's included, not just the total.
How many photos will we receive?+
There's no quota: I deliver a tight selection, every photo edited. The number depends on the length and flow of your day.
How far ahead should we book?+
With five weddings a year, dates go quickly: write as soon as you have your venue and date.
Is travel included?+
Up to 50 km around Caen, yes. Beyond that, it's listed in your quote, never as a surprise.
See the collections and options in detail, or a wedding told from start to finish.
Is your date still free?
Tell me when and where. I reply within 24 hours with availability, then we talk for thirty minutes.
2027 season: five weddings, bookings open.