Business Details
21 Years
experience
Award-Winning Wedding Photographer in Cheshire
Rick Dell Photography is an award-winning wedding and portrait photography service based in Cheshire with over 20 years of professional experience. Founded by Rick Dell, a qualified member of the Guild of Wedding Photographers, the business has captured over 1,800 weddings across the UK while maintaining a commitment to natural, spontaneous imagery and exceptional customer service. The team specialises in blending candid moments with creative compositions, offering pre-wedding shoots, high-resolution USBs, and premium storybook albums designed to preserve lifelong memories. Recognised as one of the top-rated photographers in Stockport for seven consecutive years, the business holds multiple Hitched customer service awards and maintains a portfolio of over 200 five-star reviews across platforms.Services extend to engagement photography, family portraits, pet photography, and commercial projects, with a focus on capturing authentic emotions and storytelling. The business operates from a home studio in Heald Green, Cheadle, and serves venues across Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Staffordshire, Derbyshire, and Lancashire. All photographers are fully insured with public liability and professional indemnity coverage, and Rick personally conducts venue visits and client consultations to ensure tailored service delivery. The business prides itself on its transparent communication, no-hidden-fees policy, and dedication to exceeding client expectations through meticulous attention to detail and innovative photographic techniques.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Photography
Portrait Photography
Commercial Photography
Drone Videography
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of professional wedding photography experience
- Over 1,800 weddings photographed across the UK
- Includes free pre-wedding shoot with every booking
- Multiple Hitched customer service award winner
- Fully insured with public liability and indemnity coverage
Associations and certifications
- Guild Of Wedding Photographers
- Hitched
What people say
Breathtaking portfolio
Blended seamlessly with guests
Over 1,000 stunning shots
Captured real emotions
Highly recommend
Services
Wedding Photography
Professional wedding photography capturing natural moments and creative compositions. Our service includes pre-wedding consultations, venue scouting, and full-day coverage. We deliver high-resolution images on USB and online galleries with no hidden fees. Clients receive at least 800 professionally edited photographs preserving every important moment.
Engagement Photography
Complimentary pre-wedding photography sessions to build rapport and camera comfort. These shoots help couples understand our working style while creating beautiful images for save-the-date cards or personal keepsakes. Sessions typically last 1-2 hours at preferred locations.
Portrait Photography
Modern portrait sessions for families, couples, and pets. Our natural style captures authentic expressions and relationships. Sessions include location selection guidance and basic posing direction while maintaining spontaneous elements for genuine results.
Commercial Photography
Professional commercial photography services for businesses and venues. We create high-quality images that showcase products, services, and locations with artistic composition. Ideal for marketing materials, websites, and promotional portfolios with tailored shoot planning.
Drone Videography
Cinematic drone videography capturing unique aerial perspectives. Our service includes 4K video footage of wedding venues and events, combining ground-level and aerial shots for comprehensive coverage. Packages available as add-ons to photography bookings.
People
Rick Dell
Owner & Lead Photographer
Professional wedding photographer with over 20 years' experience capturing 1,800+ weddings. Qualified member of the Guild of Wedding Photographers and four-time Hitched award winner. Specialises in natural, spontaneous imagery while maintaining artistic composition.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialise in?
We specialise in natural, spontaneous wedding photography combined with creative compositions. Our approach focuses on capturing real emotions and candid moments while incorporating artistic posing when appropriate.
Do you offer pre-wedding photography sessions?
Yes, we include a free pre-wedding shoot with every booking to help couples feel comfortable in front of the camera and build rapport before the big day.
What's included in your wedding photography packages?
Packages include full-day coverage, high-resolution images on USB, online gallery access, and a selection of premium storybook albums. Drone videography options are also available.
Are you available for destination weddings?
While primarily serving Cheshire and the North West, we're available for destination weddings across the UK with venue scouting and pre-wedding consultations included.
How many photos can we expect from our wedding day?
Clients typically receive 800-1,200 carefully edited images, with no strict limits on the number of photos captured during your special day.
What safety and insurance credentials do you hold?
We maintain full public liability insurance up to £2 million and professional indemnity coverage, with all equipment regularly maintained and safety-checked.
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