Meet The Wedding Suppliers

Meet Wedding Supplier - Sam Raindle from Stock FloristIn this episode of the Meet The Wedding Suppliers Podcast we chat with Sam Raindle from Stock Florist, an award winning Wedding Florist about how they help their brides to choose and find the flowers and floral displays for their big day. Meet The Wedding Suppliers is a Wedding Planning Podcast that introduces those planning a wedding, to the creatives that can turn Wedding dreams into Wedding day reality. Packed full of Wedding Ideas, Wedding Tips and Wedding Planing Ideas, this weekly podcast delivers Wedding Preparation ideas and tips. Hosted by Philip smith, an award-winning wedding videographer based in the UK, this weekly podcast sees photographers and florists, DJs and Singers, toastmasters and Makeup artists discuss their process, the lessons they’ve learned, and the tips they can offer to those planning a wedding.

Meet Wedding Supplier - Abigail NeillThe process of purchasing a Wedding Dress is, for the Bride, one of, if not the most important decisions. The dress is a representation of the Bride and is something that is dreamed about for years before the Wedding. In this episode of the Meet The Wedding Suppliers Podcast we chat with Abigail Neill from Abigail's Collection, an award winning Wedding Dress shop about how they help their brides to choose and find the dream dress for them. We discuss the process of choosing a dress and the importance of making the whole event of searching and trying on dresses an occasion for the Bride and her party. Plus, Abigail has some amazing tips for Brides who are looking at Dress ideas. We chat about how mood boards help to give the consultants an idea of styles and dresses a Bride likes, but also how having an idea about what is not desired is more helpful. We also discuss who a Bride should bring along to consultation sessions and how opinions sometimes have to be managed when finding a dream Wedding dress. Meet The Wedding Suppliers is a Wedding Planning Podcast that introduces those planning a wedding, to the creatives that can turn Wedding dreams into Wedding day reality. Packed full of Wedding Ideas, Wedding Tips and Wedding Planing Ideas, this weekly podcast delivers Wedding Preparation ideas and tips. Hosted by Philip smith, an award-winning wedding videographer based in the UK, this weekly podcast sees photographers and florists, DJs and Singers, toastmasters and Makeup artists discuss their process, the lessons they’ve learned, and the tips they can offer to those planning a wedding.

Meet Wedding Photographers - Emma Gosling & Elizabeth JayneSomething slightly different on this week's episode of the Meet The Wedding Suppliers podcast as we chat with not one, but two brilliant photographers - Emma Gosling and Elizabeth Jayne. But why have we recored this together? Well, it's because Liz and Emma will often work for each other, as second shooters. Wha's a second shooter and does your Wedding need one?In this podcast we discuss their careers, that take in snowboarding, fashion and fruit and veg, and how they came to work for each other as well as working their own weddings. But, we'll also discuss the role of the second shooter, what that offers for couples and why some photographers will always bring another photographer to your wedding to make sure they capture ALL of the moments. Plus, there is a great story about how this all wouldn't have happened without a trip to the local fruit and veg stall. Meet The Wedding Suppliers is a Wedding Planning Podcast that introduces those planning a wedding, to the creatives that can turn Wedding dreams into Wedding day reality. Packed full of Wedding Ideas, Wedding Tips and Wedding Planing Ideas, this weekly podcast delivers Wedding Preparation ideas and tips. Hosted by Philip smith, an award-winning wedding videographer based in the UK, this weekly podcast sees photographers and florists, DJs and Singers, toastmasters and Makeup artists discuss their process, the lessons they’ve learned, and the tips they can offer to those planning a wedding.

Meet Wedding Singer - IdreissOn this episode of the Meet The Wedding Suppliers podcast we chat with an international singer who has been performing for brides and grooms, celebrities and big name brands for over a decade. Idreiss has an incredible voice and puts on an incredible show and he brings a whole variety of musical styles and genres to a wedding and his dance floor is always rammed full. As a Wedding Singer Idreiss is constantly travelling, in fact we were lucky to grab some time with him as he had only just returned from a Wedding in Portugal just days before we recorded this podcast. We discuss the growth in his overseas gigs and some of the weddings he has worked overseas - including one in Santorini for an NFL Footballer. In this episode we chat about the process and how he works with couples, how he tailors a set during the night and how he can go off the set list at short notice to tailor the set to the audience and the party!Idreiss discuss how to get a busy dance floor for your Wedding and how different genres of music appeal to different age groups at a wedding. Idreiss can perform on his own or with a band and we also discuss his new band - Courtier Music - which he offers to couples who want more of a band vibe in the evening. Courtier Music can tailor their set to your requirements & different line-ups can be booked for the ceremony, canapés, wedding breakfast, first dance and evening receptionAnd of course he has some great tips for those planning a wedding and want a singer or a band to get their dancefloor pumping!

Meet Wedding Photographer - Matt WingOn this episode of the Meet The Wedding Suppliers podcast we chat with Photographer Matt Wing, a great snapper who I first worked with at a Greek Wedding at Braxted Park a number of years ago. We discuss some brilliant moments from Weddings we've shot together, that mainly involve food, and some nightmares - which include a story about another videographer turning up to film a wedding we were working! At the time of recording Matt and his Wife has recently welcomed their third child, so we quickly discuss that and also how his children and his wife take an interest in his work and how his wife can help offer a female perspective to his images.We chat about Matt's first wedding where he admits he was petrified, but his understand of what couples want since that first wedding has changed. Now, he believes couples want to see everything that is going on around them, and he endeavours to capture that through his images. Meet The Wedding Suppliers is a Wedding Planning Podcast that introduces those planning a wedding, to the creatives that can turn Wedding dreams into Wedding day reality. Packed full of Wedding Ideas, Wedding Tips and Wedding Planing Ideas, this weekly podcast delivers Wedding Preparation ideas and tips. Hosted by Philip smith, an award-winning wedding videographer based in the UK, this weekly podcast sees photographers and florists, DJs and Singers, toastmasters and Makeup artists discuss their process, the lessons they’ve learned, and the tips they can offer to those planning a wedding.

Meet Wedding Pianist - Zoe AlexandriaJust how does a couple bring their personality into their wedding day just by the music that they choose for the wedding?Our guest on this week’s episode of the Meet The Wedding Suppliers Podcast is Zoe Alexandria, a luxury wedding pianist who crafts each of her wedding day sets around the couple, incorporating the music that they love and the tone the couple want for their day. Zoe claims to be able to play any song requested on a wedding day and she tells us about that process and how guests can requests track on the spot during a wedding for her to play. Her work goes beyond just playing on the day. Her work starts by working with the couple about how they want to feel on the day and she crafts her sets around the emotion the couple wish to create and the songs that are important to them. Like scenes in a film, there are different scenes or elements during the wedding day and Zoe goes into detail about how her music soundtracks those elements of the day. As a luxury Wedding Pianist, Zoe spends time crafting sets that not only reflect a couple’s personality and atmosphere they wish to create.Wedding Planning TipsAnd to help those who are wedding planning, Mark has some fantastic Top Tips. You do not want to miss these tips from one of the very best Toastmasters in the business. Check out more of our Guest's Top Tips for planning a Wedding Follow Zoe Alexandria via zoealexandria.co.uk Follow my Wedding Videography at philipsmithvisuals.com

Meet Wedding Toastmaster Mark Greatbatch - In this episode of Meet The Wedding Suppliers we chat with Mark Greatbatch, a Wedding toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies, as we discuss the role of the Toastmaster and why they could be the key organisational element for your wedding.Mark and I start by discussing the role of the Toastmaster and why, of all the suppliers a couple may book for their wedding day, the toastmaster should be the most visible. We discuss the importance of people skills and charisma and how older guests are drawn towards the toastmaster's uniform. Mark tells us how the toastmaster is the supplier that make everything happen, the one who liaises on behalf of the couple between the caterers, venues and other suppliers. It is the toastmaster who interacts with guests making sure everyone is the right place at the right time and providing assistance when called upon. Mark also outlines the importance of separating the daytime and evening events and how having a gap after the speeches before the first dance is import to set the right tone for the evening events. And there is a great section of this episode where Mark outlines his workflow before introducing the couple before their evening entertainment and how this creates an electric atmosphere for a couple and their guests.And to help those who are wedding planning, Mark Greatbatch has some fantastic Top Tips. You do not want to miss these tips from one of the very best wedding Toastmasters in the business.   Meet The Wedding Suppliers is a Wedding Planning Podcast that introduces those planning a wedding, to the creatives that can turn Wedding dreams into Wedding day reality. Packed full of Wedding Ideas, Wedding Tips and Wedding Planing Ideas, this weekly podcast delivers Wedding Preparation ideas and tips. Hosted by Philip smith, an award-winning wedding videographer based in the UK, this weekly podcast sees photographers and florists, DJs and Singers, toastmasters and Makeup artists discuss their process, the lessons they’ve learned, and the tips they can offer to those planning a wedding.

In this episode of Meet The Wedding Suppliers we chat with Rik Pennington, a London based wedding photographer who travels all around the world shooting weddings about the importance of planning meetings between couples and suppliers.With a background in graphic design, he tells us how that has influenced his image style and composition, and how he prioritises clean and simple images that tells stories for the couples he works with. We start by discussing the importance of wedding planning and how suppliers work with couples to create a plan for the wedding day. Rik discusses a brilliant wedding we shot together on a stunning island venue called Osea Island. Osea is an exclusive luxury island Wedding resort, but whilst the venue is stunning, the island location demands thorough planning by the couple organising the wedding. Logistics are an important consideration when planning a wedding and Rik discusses how wedding planning with his couples is one of the most important aspects of planning ahead of the wedding. Rik began his career as a graphic designer before moving into garden photography. As is often the case, a friend was getting married and asked Rik to shoot the wedding and it was his research into wedding photography in the lead up to his first shoot that opened his eyes to credible wedding photography. Rik shoots many weddings each year in France and we discuss the difference between a London city wedding and a wedding in a French vineyard and how variety helps to keep Wedding Planning TipsAnd to help those who are wedding planning, Rik has some fantastic Top Tips. You do not want to miss these tips from one of the very best wedding Photographers in the business.  Check out more of our Guest's Top Tips for planning a Wedding Follow Rik Pennington via rikpenningtonphotography.com Follow my Wedding Videography at philipsmithvisuals.com

In this episode of Meet The Wedding Suppliers we chat with Mark Van Den Berg from Mighty Fine Entertainment, a brilliant, award winning Wedding DJ who, before he started playing weddings, was one of the biggest club DJ's in the World.There maybe some of Mark's couples who are unaware of his history and so in this chat we dive into the life and career of one of the top rated DJs in the World. Mark was once voted as one of the Top 25 DJ's in the world by Mixmag Magazine, and he was at the forefront of British Dance culture during the early 1990s. But how did he transition from playing in clubs to playing Weddings? In this podcast Mark Van Den Berg outlines his career path and why his experience in clubs all around the world has lead to him being in high demand for Weddings across the UK. Mark discusses how a being a Wedding DJ isn't just about playing the right tracks at the right time. We also learn about how Mark consults with couples ahead of their wedding and how this helps him to get an idea about the structure of their evening. As well as this we learn how the music he chooses soundtracks the flow of a Wedding evening and how it's more important to find out what songs a couple doesn't want played over songs that they do. Mark is meticulous in his planning ahead of each wedding and his work both on and off the dance-floor is regarded as the best around. If you're searching for a DJ who can get your party started then Mark has some great tips in this podcast about what to ask and what to look out for. Wedding Planning TipsAnd to help those who are wedding planning, Mark has some fantastic Top Tips. You do not want to miss these tips from one of the very best wedding DJs in the business.    Are you Wedding Planning?Meet The Wedding Suppliers is a Wedding Planning Podcast that introduces those planning a wedding, to the creatives that can turn Wedding dreams into Wedding day reality. Packed full of Wedding Ideas, Wedding Tips and Wedding Planing Ideas, this weekly podcast delivers Wedding Preparation ideas and tips. Hosted by Philip smith, an award-winning wedding videographer based in the UK, this weekly podcast sees photographers and florists, DJs and Singers, toastmasters and Makeup artists discuss their process, the lessons they’ve learned, and the tips they can offer to those planning a wedding.

Meet Wedding Photographer Dan Sakal - In this episode of Meet The Wedding Suppliers we chat with Dan from the award wining D&A Photography, a photographer who shot his first wedding aged just 13 years old and had to stop shooting weddings during his GCSEs! A documentary storyteller, Dan tells us about how his love of travel has fuelled his desire to shoot more destination weddings and how Apple products have inspired his need to offer more value to the couples he works with.And to help those who are wedding planning , Dan Sakal has some fantastic Top Tips. You do not want to miss these tips from one of the very best wedding photographers in the business.   Meet The Wedding Suppliers is a Wedding Planning Podcast that introduces those planning a wedding, to the creatives that can turn Wedding dreams into Wedding day reality. Packed full of Wedding Ideas, Wedding Tips and Wedding Planing Ideas, this weekly podcast delivers Wedding Preparation ideas and tips. Hosted by Philip smith, an award-winning wedding videographer based in the UK, this weekly podcast sees photographers and florists, DJs and Singers, toastmasters and Makeup artists discuss their process, the lessons they’ve learned, and the tips they can offer to those planning a wedding.

In this episode of Meet The Wedding Suppliers we chat with one of the best Wedding hair stylists around as we meet stylist Michelle Walker.  Michelle is an award winning hair stylist and she tells us about her background in hair and how she first got into weddings. We discuss the role of the stylist and how the hair stylist is often the unsung hero at a wedding. Plus we go into detail about how she uses hair extensions to create incredible styles and how lot’s of people have wonky ears!   Based in Essex, Michelle provides a fully mobile service, travelling to homes and venues the morning of each wedding. In preparation for your wedding day Michelle discusses the importance of a hair trial which gives the bride an opportunity to discuss the desired look, timings and plans and will help to ensure that everything runs smoothly on the wedding day.  And to help those who are wedding planning, Michelle has some Top Tips. You do not want to miss these tips from one of the very best wedding hair stylists in the business.  Meet The Wedding Suppliers is a Wedding Planning Podcast that introduces those planning a wedding, to the creatives that can turn Wedding dreams into Wedding day reality. Packed full of Wedding Ideas, Wedding Tips and Wedding Planing Ideas, this weekly podcast delivers Wedding Preparation ideas and tips. Hosted by Philip smith, an award-winning wedding videographer based in the UK, this weekly podcast sees photographers and florists, DJs and Singers, toastmasters and Makeup artists discuss their process, the lessons they’ve learned, and the tips they can offer to those planning a wedding.

Meet Wedding Make Up Artist Zoe Newman.In this episode of Meet The Wedding Suppliers we chat with one of the best Make Up Artists around as we meet Zoe Newman from Beauty by Zoe. Zoe is a brilliant Make Up Artist and she tells us about her background in beauty and how she first got into weddings. We discuss the importance of booking a calm and experienced Make Up Artist and how the role is not just to provide the make up. The Make Up Artist is also someone who is on hand to calm down Brides and offer a sense of calm on the wedding morning.Zoe tell us that one of the most important parts of the role is being honest with Brides about what ideas and products will work best for each Bride. Part of this is managing Brides' expectations from the early meeting and how these meetings and the make up trial before the wedding is not only the most important time but also a creative time to experiment with a bride. You have to know that you're good - that's why people come to youAnd to help those who are wedding planning, Zoe Newman has some Top Tips. You do not want to miss these tips from one of the very best wedding make up artists in the business.The morning of the Wedding have a lip scrub, loads of water, a good nights sleep - all those boring tips that make a differenceAre you Wedding Planning?Meet The Wedding Suppliers is a Wedding Planning Podcast that introduces those planning a wedding, to the creatives that can turn Wedding dreams into Wedding day reality. Packed full of Wedding Ideas, Wedding Tips and Wedding Planning Ideas, this weekly podcast delivers Wedding Preparation ideas and tips. Hosted by Philip Smith, an award-winning wedding videographer based in the UK, this weekly podcast sees photographers and florists, DJs and Singers, toastmasters and Makeup artists discuss their process, the lessons they’ve learned, and the tips they can offer to those planning a wedding. 

Meet Wedding Photographer Tom HallidayIn this episode of Meet The Wedding Suppliers we chat with Tom Halliday, a brilliant photographer who would not have been a Wedding Photographer if it wasn't for a nasty skateboard injury.Until Tom broke his arm trying to do a jump on his skateboard photography wasn't really on his radar. But since picking up a camera during his rehab he's became obsessed with getting incredible images. Tom Halliday's Wedding photos have a unique style that combines quirky, contemporary shots and the more traditional wedding images. Tom tells us how a delayed flight meant he was called upon to shot his first solo wedding and how he decided to work on his night time images which slowly built up his reputation as an inventive photographer. My Wife really helps me. She helped me tune my feminine eye to deliver what the Bride would be afterAre you Wedding Planning?Meet The Wedding Suppliers is a Wedding Planning Podcast that introduces those planning a wedding, to the creatives that can turn Wedding dreams into Wedding day reality. Packed full of Wedding Ideas, Wedding Tips and Wedding Planning Ideas, this weekly podcast delivers Wedding Preparation ideas and tips. Hosted by Philip Smith, an award-winning wedding videographer based in the UK, this weekly podcast sees photographers and florists, DJs and Singers, toastmasters and Makeup artists discuss their process, the lessons they’ve learned, and the tips they can offer to those planning a wedding. Meet Wedding Photographer - Tom Halliday

Meet Wedding Photographer Tracy MorterIn this episode of Meet The Wedding Suppliers we chat with a photographer who is always the last to leave the dance floor. Tracy Morter is a brilliant photographer who lives to capture the moves and the shapes on the dance floor. Tracy tells us how her history of photographing music festivals have helped her capture all the important evening moments and how being a Wedding Photographer is a brilliant way to people watch. One wedding I have stayed past the Bride and Groom leaving! The people the book me tend to love music and have planned a lot of entertainmentWe also go into detail about Tracy's past including how she moved from a degree in Astrophysics to taking pictures at live gigs and her role in the Music Industry, including how she masterminded getting Rage Against The Machine to Number 1 at Christmas in 2009. Tracy goes on to tell us how she's often mistaken for family on the Wedding day due to her fitting in so well on the day.  If you're looking for a photographer who blends into the day - Tracy Morter is your photographer!And to help those who are wedding planning, Tracy Morter has 3 fantastic Top Tips. You do not want to miss these tips from one of the very best wedding photographers in the business.Do not worry - this is not a test. If you've invited the right people to your wedding you shouldn't worry about anyone judging you!Are you Wedding Planning?Meet The Wedding Suppliers is a Wedding Planning Podcast that introduces those planning a wedding, to the creatives that can turn Wedding dreams into Wedding day reality. Packed full of Wedding Ideas, Wedding Tips and Wedding Planning Ideas, this weekly podcast delivers Wedding Preparation ideas and tips. Hosted by Philip Smith, an award-winning wedding videographer based in the UK, this weekly podcast sees photographers and florists, DJs and Singers, toastmasters and Makeup artists discuss their process, the lessons they’ve learned, and the tips they can offer to those planning a wedding. 

Meet Wedding Venue - Adam Dixon-Smith from Houchins Wedding Venue In this episode of Meet The Wedding Suppliers we chat with a venue director whose venue - Houchins Wedding Venue - is one of the best new venues in the South East of the UK. Adam Dixon-Smith grew up at Houchins Farm and so knows the venue inside out. He was instrumental in turning the farm into a modern wedding venue as he tells us in this episode of the podcast. Adam tells us all about the history of Houchins Wedding Venue including how it was used by the Roundheads during the second siege of Colchester in the 1640s and how he adapted it from a working farm to a brand new wedding venue. Infact, Houchins Wedding Venue is still relatively young when it comes to putting on weddings. It's only been open since 2015 and Adam goes into detail about how the venue was created and the tone that they wanted to created at the venue. Adam also goes into detail about the awards that Houchins has won, including Boutique venue of the year at the Essex Wedding Awards and how the team are dedicated to creating a wonderful day for each Wedding. We're not a corporate business, this is a family farm and we run a personal wedding businessAnd to help those who are wedding planning, Adam has some fantastic Top Tips. You do not want to miss these tips from one of the very best wedding venues in the businessIt's about making sure the couple get the day that they want. You only get married once and it's got to be personable to you. Are you Wedding Planning?Meet The Wedding Suppliers is a Wedding Planning Podcast that introduces those planning a wedding, to the creatives that can turn Wedding dreams into Wedding day reality. Packed full of Wedding Ideas, Wedding Tips and Wedding Planning Ideas, this weekly podcast delivers Wedding Preparation ideas and tips. Hosted by Philip Smith, an award-winning wedding videographer based in the UK, this weekly podcast sees photographers and florists, DJs and Singers, toastmasters and Makeup artists discuss their process, the lessons they’ve learned, and the tips they can offer to those planning a wedding.

Meet Wedding Photographer Scott JohnsonIn this episode of Meet The Wedding Suppliers we chat with Scott Johnson, a Wedding Photographer who has shot over 600 Weddings in his career. He is also a SWPP Master Photographer and the current Wedding Photographer of the Year.Scott tells us how he directs Brides and Grooms on the wedding day and how he gets couples relaxed in front of the camera so he can take his brilliant wedding images. We go into detail about his history, from starting work on cruise ships, to moving into weddings, to now winning awards and making speeches in Las Vegas.We also go into details about Scott Johnson's thoughts on unplugged weddings and how to get the right suppliers who will work together on your day. During this episode, you'll learn about Scott's technique and way or working and about the importance of choosing a photographer who can get the best images in the shortest possible time.Scott's top top for those planning a wedding?Have fun, live the wedding and enjoy it.  Every now and then take 5 minutes. The day will go so quickly and if you don’t make that time for yourself it will be gone before you know it.Are you Wedding Planning?Meet The Wedding Suppliers is a Wedding Planning Podcast that introduces those planning a wedding, to the creatives that can turn Wedding dreams into Wedding day reality. Packed full of Wedding Ideas, Wedding Tips and Wedding Planning Ideas, this weekly podcast delivers Wedding Preparation ideas and tips. Hosted by Philip Smith, an award-winning wedding videographer based in the UK, this weekly podcast sees photographers and florists, DJs and Singers, toastmasters and Makeup artists discuss their process, the lessons they’ve learned, and the tips they can offer to those planning a wedding. 

Welcome to the Meet The Wedding Suppliers, a Wedding Planning Podcast that introduces those planning a wedding, to the creatives that turn Wedding day dreams into Wedding day reality. Planning a wedding is an exciting and an utter overwhelming experience. It may be a lot of work, lots of meetings, discussions, visiting venues and suppliers, but it is an incredibly fun experience – enjoy it! Ahead of the launch of our first episodes, host Philip Smith outlines how the Podcast will be the go to place for those planning a wedding, with suppliers passing on the lessons they’ve learned and their tips for those planning a wedding in each weekly episode.