Wedding Photography is such a vital aspect of any Wedding Day. The job of being trusted to capture every single special moment is an important one, and Andrew Cockerill does just that. We at The Function Hub had the chance to interview Andrew and ask him a few questions about his work.

Tell us a bit about yourself and services you provide.

I'm a wedding photographer based in the heart of Snowdonia, Blaenau Ffestiniog. I work with modern couples who love to add a bit of their own personality and flair into their weddings.

When did you start your business?

The first wedding I photographed was my cousins in 2010, but started as a business in 2012

What inspired you to create your business?

Sounds cliche, but I love people. I spent years working in the hospitality industry, so interacting with people and different personalities is something I've always thrived on. Deciding to photograph weddings gave me the best of both worlds. The ability to be creative with my photography while giving me the perfect opportunity to build relationships and interact with people.

What are the benefits of using your service for couples getting married?

Photographs are an essential part of the day. This could be the first time your families and friends are all under one roof so it's always worth having a photographer there to capture you all together. Once your wedding day is over, having professional photos gives you the ability to always go back and revisit your day.

What part of the Wedding Day is your favourite to shoot?

This is a very tough one. There are so many amazing parts to the day. The emotions of the bridal prep, nerves during the ceremony, laughter during speeches and the amazing first dances all make the job worthwhile. However, if I had to choose one I think it would have to be the evening party. Everyone has had a few too many and are seriously tearing up the dance floor. I absolutely love getting into the middle of them all, strutting my stuff, and getting the photos of everyone completely rocking out!

What is your favourite thing about the Wedding industry in North Wales?

Definitely the community. Everyone is always willing to help each other out. There doesn't seem to be much competition between us all. No matter what the vendors are providing, everyone treats each other as colleagues and it not only helps by making our jobs extremely easy, it makes everything completely seamless for the brides and grooms!