Reviews of McAra Photography. (Photography Studio) in Derby (Derbyshire).

McAra Photography

30 Reviews

30 Comments

Photography studio

Wedding photographer

Top Floor Studio, CNG, 10 St Peters Church Yard, Derby DE1 1NN, United Kingdom

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Information of McAra Photography, Photography studio in Derby (Derbyshire)

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L. R.

We honestly cannot recommend Leigh highly enough. He was the photographer for our wedding in August 2022 and him and Renata did such an amazing job. The photos speak for themselves but throughout the whole process they were so helpful and professional. We also had an engagement shoot which was great to put both our minds at ease - neither of us felt comfortable in front of a camera but Leigh made the whole experience very relaxed. On the big day itself neither of us can really remember any cameras being around! We were worried given how small the church was that it might be a bit intrusive to have photos and a video, but the whole team were amazing at very subtly managing to capture the whole day! Thank you so much Leigh and Renata for capturing our day so amazingly, I didn't appreciate how much the photos would mean to us and I'm so glad we made the right investment with you as no-one warns you how quickly the day goes! You've given us such amazing memories to hold on to for a lifetime and we're so grateful.

S. W.

Leigh and Renata really did bring so much joy to our wedding day! Everything we asked for before the big day in terms of photos we definitely wanted were all covered with such ease and creativity! Leigh made everyone laugh on the day and our guests feedback about the photographer was all based around how fun and comfortable they were made to feel! Some guests couldn't even believe the photos from the speeches as they did not realise Leigh was even in the tent! Leigh and Renata got into many positions to get such magical shots which have really brought back wonderful memories to look back on! I would highly recommend Leigh McAra Photography, every part of the process has been a breeze! Everyone we have shown our photos to so far have asked who it was who took them! Thank you both for your wonderful work!

D. H.

Leigh & Renata did our wedding photography for our special day and we could not be more pleased with the service and the photographs! Your wedding is such a big day and we really wanted a personal and relaxed photography service that made us feel at ease and Leigh & Renata were amazing during the day and made us feel super relaxed. The planning process was excellent with a planning meeting where we went through the plans for the day and what photos we wanted etc. We loved the photos and the personal yet professional service. We would highly recommend them to any couple who want to capture memories from their special day.

B. C.

Can't say how happy we are that we chose Leigh and Renata to be our wedding photographers. The photos are absolutely stunning, and we will treasure them forever. They worked so incredibly hard on the day and when you combine that with their skills, the results show. On top of that they are lovely people as well, who will help put you at ease when you're in front of the camera and be a positive part of your wedding day. My wife and I have never particularly enjoyed having our photos taken, but with Leigh and Renata it was easy and fun. And we also got the best photos that have ever been taken of us! They captured the wonderful feeling of the day perfectly, and we honestly can't recommend them enough.

D. H.

I came to Leigh with a challenging request; to capture the moment I proposed to my girlfriend without her realising and becoming suspicious! Leigh did a great job working with me in advance to ensure everything was arranged, as well getting in place nice and early so he could scout the grounds and suggest a good location for me to propose. When the time came, Leigh and Renata did a fantastic job capturing the moment and Sophia and I enjoyed a fun afternoon having more photos taken of us together. Leigh and Renata made us both feel very comfortable and relaxed and they have a great eye for staging photos. Sophia and I are delighted with the photos we now have that captured such a special day, and have no hesitation in recommending Leigh and Renata to anyone looking to capture their big life events.

S. S.

I’m so happy that we decided to have Leigh shoot our engagement. He spent about 45 minutes talking with me and fiancé to get to know us and was so personable. He’s a fantastic people person which really helped my fiancé’s nerves about being photographed. The pictures came out unbelievably beautiful and are going to be something we cherish for a lifetime. Thank you Leigh! 😊

E. K.

We had the pleasure of having Leigh as our wedding photographer and are so pleased with the images he captured of both us and our guests on our wedding day. They will make really fond memories in the years to come. We were lucky enough to have a trial shoot in London where we live which was a brilliant way to get to know Leigh more and also for him to understand what we did/didn't like in terms of having our pictures taken. I would thoroughly recommend this for any couples as it not only helps you get to know your photographer more but helps them get to know you. We had a fun day out around London with Leigh and Renata and this made it really clear to us we had definitely made the right decision. A highlight of the day was Leigh putting Renata on his shoulders in order to get a particular image I wanted getting out of the tube. As well as Leigh running up and down the other side of the tube platform. He really will go to all imaginable lengths in order to get the perfect image! We felt really comfortable around Leigh on our wedding day and really trusted his photos would capture our special day. We couldn't have been happier with the work he has done and couldn't imagine anyone else having done it. He thinks about all the extra details when it comes to putting photos together. Listened to our 'must have' shots and kept us on track in order to make sure we got everything we wanted without intruding on us having time together and with our guests. Again Leigh went to every length possible to make sure we got the perfect shots - we didn't have the best weather on the day but he would always let us know if the time was right to nip outside and get a few snaps. A special thanks to Leigh for the night time shot he took where he setup the shot and did all the bits he needed without us and then fetched us to ensure we didn't miss too much dancing and also so I didn't get cold. Leigh even got his equipment back out when I realised there was a detail which hadn't been put out on the dancefloor so I realised wasn't in his pictures to ensure I had a photo of it. I would thoroughly recommend Leigh to any couples currently looking for wedding photographers. His style is second to none and he adds in techniques from his extensive commercial photography too in order to get slightly different shots to that of other photographers. Thanks so much for being part of our day and for giving us photographic memories.

P. G.

Having followed Leigh's work for many years we were delighted to have Leigh and Renata cover our wedding in November- and they travelled all the way down from Derby to do it! They were a pleasure to work with, went the extra mile without ever complaining, and delivered hundreds of amazing pictures that captured the day in a way we couldn't have imagined. Thanks to them we have an incredible memory of the people and the experience and we would highly recommend them to anyone thinking of getting married. Leigh's storytelling and creative direction shines through in all the photos and Renata's candid shots complemented them perfectly. If we could give a 10 we would.

S. D.

Leigh photographed our wedding at Coton House Farm, Whittington, Lichfield in December 2021. We were married at 3.30pm, so there was the additional challenge of fading light and darkness after the ceremony, but the images he was able to capture are all superb. Leigh worked easily with all our guests and achieved a good balance between being professional as well as very friendly. We did a pre-wedding shoot as well, around Lichfield Cathedral, which allowed us to get used to Leigh and his wife Renata, who helped out with both shoots. We're really pleased with everything and would highly recommend them.

M. S.

I met Leigh and Renata at a wedding fair with my bridesmaids and was instantly drawn in by their work. I was really keen to book but wanted my husband to meet them before we did so to make sure he was comfortable, as choosing a photographer was really important to both of us. L&R were more than happy to meet us both for a coffee at Calke Abbey so that they could talk us through how they work on the day, and brought along some examples of their photographs which we were really grateful for. Leigh and Renata did an amazing job on our wedding day and captured every single special moment in such a beautiful and creative way. As people who do not really enjoy having our pictures taken, they made us feel totally at ease and directed us in the best way to get great photos. We also made the best of each situation throughout the day and L&R were more than happy to take the opportunity to head out in the evening sunshine in a totally different part of the Calke Abbey grounds for a few more photos. After the wedding we were provided with access to the online gallery that was really easy to share with family and friends, and the final photographs were provided to us on a memory stick within a beautiful box. There are so many great shots it's been hard to choose our favourites! Thank you very much Leigh and Renata!

F. W.

A very smooth process from start to finish (even with Covid postponements!), Leigh and Renata were amazing as our wedding photographers. They listened to our requirements and took everything we asked for on-board. On the day, they captured everything we wanted (and more!) without us really noticing that they were there. We also went for the highlights video and were over-the-moon with the result. I would highly recommend them.

K. G.

'In a word…Brilliant!! We met Leigh at a friend’s wedding and absolutely loved some of the shots he managed to get on the day. So when we got engaged, he was one of the first people we called to discuss what we wanted for our wedding. From that first conversation Leigh put us at ease and really got caught up in the excitement of the wedding so much that by the time the day came he actually felt more like a guest with a really good camera! Leigh and Renata not only captured some beautiful shots of the venues, family and friends but also some more intimate and candid photos throughout the wedding which are among our favourites. The photos have been a great reminder of the day and the album allows to relive it all.'

E. W.

Leigh and his team were so lovely, friendly and professional. They blended in really well with the wedding day and produced a great variety of natural and posed shots. Absolutely perfect. Could not recommend Leigh highly enough.

B.

Leigh and Renata were both exceptional on our wedding day, always professional yet laid back enough to put everyone at ease at the same time. All the photo's look amazing !! If your looking for a photographer to put you at ease and capture all the natural moments then you really can't go wrong with Leigh, would highly recommend them both.

K. J.

Leigh and Renata went ‘above and beyond’ our expectations at our wedding at the beginning of May, not only helping me out when others went slightly off piste, but doing so with such a good natured humour and reassuring calmness, nothing was too much trouble. The pictures themselves were amazing and captured the day perfectly, everyone loved them and we cant decide which ones we like best! I would definitely recommend Leigh to anyone, a lovely guy and true professional.

A. B.

Leigh and Renata were amazing on our wedding day. They were very conscious of not taking us away from our guests too much so that we could enjoy the day, despite striving to get all the shots we wanted and many more that they had in mind. We felt completely at ease with them and several of our guests commented how nice but discrete they were on the day. We are absolutely thrilled with our beautiful photographs which tell the day’s story perfectly. We would highly recommend them!

l. t.

My fiancé, Richard, and I had an engagement photo shoot with Leigh McAra Photography this past May. Leigh and Renata were so professional from the very beginning, and made the entire experience a joy. Rich and I are not very comfortable in front of a camera, but Leigh and Renata were able to capture such natural and beautiful photos. We couldn’t believe it was us! You will not be disappointed if you decide to choose Leigh McAra Photography for a special event. They were an absolute dream to work with!

K. F.

Leigh was the photographer at our wedding in September and I could not recommend him highly enough! What we didn't want for our wedding was a traditional 'static' photographer who just got groups of people to stand uncomfortably poised for a photo! We wanted a natural feeling that captured the 'magic' of the day. We were not disappointed! The photos Leigh created for us were absolutely pieces of art in their own right - he allowed for a relaxed and natural environment and did an absolutely fantastic job of keeping me calm in the chaos and run up to the church. During the day he just blended in with guests and captured many spontaneous and special moments, without us even knowing he was snapping away! We have also been incredibly impressed with the attention to detail and editing of the photos after the wedding, well worth the wait! Thanks for making our day extra special Leigh :-)

N. S.

Leigh and his team of photographers were incredible. They made everyone feel so comfortable and captured the day perfectly. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a wedding photographer in Derbyshire or anywhere!

C. D.

Leigh and Renata were incredibly professional and attentive to my every need on my wedding day and I am thrillled with the pictures! What I particularly enjoyed was their laid back and friendly personalities, it was like nothing was too much effort to them, and this approach made me feel very at ease and trusting in them throughout the day. It was clear to see the passion they have for their work and I felt that they were embracing my day as much as I was , having a laugh with guests and encouraging beautiful pictures with their natural approach to people. After recieving the photos which are honestly brilliant - I cannot believe they captured so much! As I barely noticed them around, they are so discrete , but the details to the pictures and the moments captured are just stunning and it filled me with excitement and happiness looking through them all. I can not recommend Leigh and Renata enough- for real professionalism, but also two people that are genuinely lovely company to have present on your wedding day. Thank you so much- we are THRILLED with our pictures ! :))

C. M.

We booked Leigh for our wedding in July this year as we had seen his online portfolio and loved the pictures he produces. On the day Leigh was fantastic and very accommodating. Having received our photos, we are blown away by how great they are and how Leigh managed to capture so many of the little moments others might have missed.

H. R.

Leigh and his wife were amazing from start to finish. All guests who we have spoken to since the wedding have commented on how smiley, approachable and professional they were. The pictures are better than I ever expected. Leigh was always on the end of the phone or email for any queries/questions. The moments Leigh and his wife captured on camera are memories to last a lifetime and I will be forever grateful for them doing such an amazing job. 5 star photographer!

L. F.

Leigh and Renata was our photographers for our wedding in September. They captured everything we wanted, the pictures are truly beautiful, I couldn't have asked for better. They didn't take ages taking pictures, they were quick and didn't keep us away from our guests for long but still managed to get the perfect photos. In the morning we had a laugh with them and my bridal party commented how amazing they were and we all felt at ease with them, very easy to get along with. Thank you so much for capturing our lovely wedding photos which we will cherish for years to come. The box that the completed photos come in is something extra special its a lovely place to keep them all safe to keep looking at in the future.

S. H.

We hired Leigh for our wedding in August - what an excellent decision that was! We had such a fantastic experience from start to finish. Super quick to respond, very professional but also extremely friendly. Very patient with all the chaos erupting before the wedding and was very calming. We are so happy with the pictures and the videos! Our day was truly magical and Leigh captured it all for us. Very very happy :) Thanks Leigh

R. G.

So glad we chose Leigh as our wedding photographer. Not only did he and Renata capture lots of brilliant photos for us but they were also a pleasure to spend the day with. Can't thank them enough for all their hard work and for being so lovely!

a. b.

Leigh and Renata were brilliant from the first day we met them to discuss our ideas. They were in touch whenever we needed them and helped plan some fantastic shots. They were awesom on the day - and the end product of both photos and our wedding video are superb and will keep our day with us forever. I can’t recommend them highly enough!

P. C.

Leigh is an amazing photographer, he captured our day beautifully, "formal photos" were great, without being overbearing. The informal ones are stunning and have given us an incredible record of our special day. I would recommend Leigh to anyone looking for an exceptional photographer.

B. W.

Leigh has the unique ability to combine superior photography delivered on time, with an outstanding personality that make him a delight to work with. His friendly manner goes a long way...plus he gets the job done, and is great at communication. If you need amazing photography Leigh is your man.

M. P.

Loved working with Leigh. The photos turned out way better than I could have hoped for!

A. P.

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