Full-Time wedding photography business

Engaged couples looking for a trusted photographer, often found through venue recommendations, planners, search and referrals.

Package prices for full-day coverage, with add-ons such as second photographers, engagement shoots, albums and prints. Deposits help cash flow through quieter months.

• Strong, consistent photography and editing
• Marketing and building relationships with venues and planners
• Admin, contracts and client communication
• Staying calm under pressure

• Public liability, professional indemnity and equipment insurance, and check what happens if you are ill on the day
• Income is seasonal, so plan for quiet winter months and set money aside for tax
• Check your obligations on data protection and ICO registration, and set clear copyright and usage terms in contracts
• Check VAT registration if your turnover approaches the threshold
• If you use second shooters, check their employment status and any insurance needs

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around £4,000 to £15,000, depending on the camera gear, editing setup, insurance and marketing you invest in. Check what cover you need, including for equipment and for illness on the wedding day.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around £1,500 to £6,000, depending on how many weddings you book and the packages you sell. Income is seasonal, so plan for quieter winter months and set money aside for tax.

Check public liability, professional indemnity and equipment insurance. Also check your data protection obligations and ICO registration, set clear copyright and usage terms in contracts, and check VAT registration if turnover approaches the threshold.