Business Details
Award-Winning Wedding Photographer in Cheshire
Rick Dell Photography is an award-winning wedding photography service with over two decades of experience capturing timeless moments across Cheshire and the North West. Founded by Rick Dell, a professional photographer with a passion for storytelling, the business has documented over 1,800 weddings, earning recognition as one of the UK's top-rated photographers through accolades such as the Hitched Customer Service Award and features in national publications like Weddings and Honeymoons. The company prioritises natural, spontaneous imagery alongside creative compositions, offering pre-wedding consultations, unlimited photography coverage, and premium storybook albums. Fully insured with public liability and professional indemnity insurance, Rick Dell is DBS-checked and committed to exceptional client care, evidenced by over 200 five-star reviews.The service extends to engagement shoots, family portraits, and commercial photography, with a focus on creating heirloom-quality visuals that preserve emotional authenticity. Clients benefit from a free pre-wedding photoshoot to build rapport and ensure comfort on the big day, while Rick's extensive venue knowledge guarantees optimal lighting and composition. The business maintains transparency through fixed pricing packages and flexible booking options for weekday or winter weddings, reflecting its dedication to accessibility and customer satisfaction.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Photography
Portrait Photography
Commercial Photography
Wedding Albums
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of professional wedding photography experience
- Over 1,800 weddings documented across the UK
- Public liability and professional indemnity insurance
- Free pre-wedding photoshoot included in all packages
- Consistently rated 5-star by clients on Hitched and Google
Associations and certifications
- Guild Of Wedding Photographers
What people say
Breathtaking portfolio
Dedication on our special day
Stunning shots
Blown away by the sheer volume
Phenomenal wedding photographer
Services
Wedding Photography
Comprehensive wedding day photography capturing emotional moments and candid interactions alongside creative compositions. Services include pre-wedding consultations, unlimited coverage from preparations to first dance, and venue scouting for optimal lighting. Clients receive over 1,000 high-resolution images and a curated selection for storybook albums. Rick's approach blends unobtrusive observation with guided group shots, ensuring natural storytelling while maintaining artistic quality.
Engagement Photography
Complimentary pre-wedding photoshoots designed to build rapport and photography comfort. Sessions typically last 1-2 hours at scenic locations, helping couples acclimate to being photographed while creating preview content for invitations or social media. These shoots allow Rick to understand client personalities, ensuring wedding day photography reflects their unique relationship dynamics through relaxed, authentic imagery.
Portrait Photography
Natural-style portrait sessions for families, couples, and individuals. Services include location scouting for optimal lighting, posing guidance to ensure comfort, and post-session editing to enhance emotional authenticity. Sessions can incorporate pets and special props, with final images delivered in high-resolution digital format suitable for both personal sharing and professional use.
Commercial Photography
Professional photography services for businesses and events, focusing on capturing brand identity through environmental portraits and product imagery. Includes location lighting setup, image curation, and post-production editing to meet commercial standards. Ideal for corporate headshots, marketing materials, and online presence enhancement while maintaining artistic integrity.
Wedding Albums
Custom-designed wedding albums featuring handcrafted layouts and premium materials. Options include multiple sizes, cover materials, and page styles to create heirloom-quality keepsakes. Albums are curated from 800-1,000 selected images, with design consultations to ensure narrative flow and visual coherence that preserves the wedding day's emotional journey.
People
Rick Dell
Owner & Lead Photographer
Professional wedding photographer with over 20 years' experience capturing 1,800+ weddings. DBS-checked and fully insured, Rick combines technical expertise with a personable approach to create timeless imagery. Specialises in natural storytelling and emotional documentation.
Questions
What photography styles do you offer for weddings?
I combine natural, spontaneous photography with creative compositions to capture emotional moments and planned group shots.
Do you offer pre-wedding photography sessions?
Yes, all packages include a free pre-wedding shoot to help you feel comfortable in front of the camera.
How many images can we expect from our wedding day?
Typically 800-1,000 high-resolution images, with no limits on coverage duration.
What sets your service apart from other wedding photographers?
20+ years' experience, venue-specific expertise, and a commitment to capturing authentic emotional moments.
How do you handle poor weather conditions on wedding days?
I use creative techniques to turn challenging weather into unique photographic opportunities while ensuring image quality.
What's included in your wedding photography packages?
Full day coverage, pre-wedding consultation, venue scouting, and premium storybook album design.
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