Everyone is photogenic. You just need the right photographer.
12 Years • 500 Weddings
Frequently Asked Questions
I will create a personalized price offer for you, so don’t hesitate to contact me.
Anywhere, without limits.
Details of objects, the wedding venue, reportage, styled groups of guests, portraits (don’t worry—you’ll always receive easy instructions from me), congratulating wedding guests, decorations, food details from interesting buffets and sweet bars, lots of candid moments, children, and pets. I capture the entire wedding day from every angle.
The number of photos I deliver is UNLIMITED, so it depends only on the size of your wedding and everything that happens during the day. For a full day, I usually take 3,000 to 7,000 photos (I don’t slack off), from which I select the best and most interesting ones for you. For reference: the number of delivered photos from a full-day wedding usually reaches several hundred (for example, in 2021 I delivered an average of 700 photos per wedding). About 150 photos form the core, but I include all other interesting shots as well, especially candid moments. These aren’t just random snapshots—they show people actively doing something, laughing, and engaging. This is one of the advantages of an experienced wedding photographer over an inexperienced one: thanks to practiced skills, it’s possible to deliver more interesting photos and at higher quality.
Even short photo sessions typically result in around 100 to 200 images (wedding ceremony, groups, portraits of the couple, a few candid shots).
You will receive ALL photos from me fully edited. I review each photo multiple times: first I sort them, then adjust tilt and composition as needed, followed by brightness/darkness, contrast, colors, and overall enhancement. Finally, I perform detailed retouching, focusing on the bride’s and groom’s skin, clothing, teeth, wrinkles, subtle slimming corrections, and more. I usually also retouch objects (e.g., wedding rings in close-up), remove minor distractions on the floor, walls, etc. If you would like any additional adjustments beyond my edits, I will gladly make them for you.
I deliver photos in a beautiful online gallery:
- easily download photos in full resolution (all at once or only your selected ones)
- share immediately with your family and friends
- option to order prints directly from the gallery
A photo book can be created for you for an additional fee.
Usually within 1 to 4 weeks, depending on current workload. If you need your wedding photos sooner, you can pay for priority processing.
You can try out the photoshoot in advance with an engagement session, for example a few months before the wedding. This preparation leads to better wedding photos. We get to know each other better, I see what type of photos you like and which shooting style suits you best. You will better understand what to do in front of the camera, how to pose, what to do with your hands, feet, etc. You’ll see the photos before the wedding, so you can learn from them and give me feedback on what you like most. On the wedding day itself, there’s usually less time, so every bit of preparation helps. Even better, the final engagement photos can be used as a wedding poster, for a wedding photo board, wedding invitations, etc. Engagement sessions are not included in the base price and can be booked for an additional fee.
Yes, I’m happy to share—beautiful photos are too good to keep hidden. Selected images are published for competition, presentation, or educational purposes.
Of course, I can send current examples upon request.
Here you can see an example of a wedding from 2024.
No. To deliver the best quality results, I cannot focus on both photography and video at the same time. However, I can recommend several excellent videographers I’ve worked with. Of course, you are free to choose your own videographer as well. At weddings, I collaborate with various professionals, and if they are experienced, the cooperation is always seamless.
The deposit is one-quarter of the total price. If you’d like to reserve a date, I will send you the bank transfer details. The remaining balance can be paid after the wedding, once you receive your photos from me.
Online via video call (for longer weddings) or by phone (for shorter weddings). About a month before the wedding is usually enough (or earlier if you prefer).
Who I Am
I am a full-time wedding photographer, retoucher, and photography instructor. Since 2013, I have photographed over 500 weddings in the Czech Republic and abroad (Hong Kong), with couples from all over the world. Every wedding is important to me—whether it’s large or small, at a castle or on a farm. I’m here for you. I want you to be completely satisfied. I approach weddings very responsibly, but it should also be fun.
- I carefully retouch my photographs
- 98th Best Wedding Photographer 2023
- I organize workshops for wedding photographers
- Alongside digital photography, I explore both historical and modern technologies: film and AI (early in the AI era, I won an international Creative Fine Art competition)
- I have experience with civil and religious weddings (Catholic, Hussite, Orthodox, Apostolic, Jewish, etc.) and partnership registrations
I once photographed two weddings for the same bride with different grooms—doesn’t that prove satisfaction? :-)
What I Offer
- I want you to look natural and at your best in your wedding photos. This is one of the main responsibilities of a wedding photographer. You won’t have a double chin, thick upper arms, yellow teeth, or dark circles under your eyes. But at the same time, it will still be truly you.
- Not sure how to pose? Not photogenic? I hear this all the time. Don’t worry, everyone can do it in front of my camera. I work as a full-time wedding photographer, which means I don’t work with models, but with regular people—often standing in front of a photographer for the first time. My whole shooting process is tailored for that. Simple, pleasant photography that won’t spoil your wedding day, but will make it more enjoyable. It’s not stressful, it’s a pleasant, collaborative experience.
- Relaxed, stress-free shooting. Taking photos with me isn’t a burden for anyone, including grooms. As a man myself, I understand concerns about being directed or forced into poses by a stranger. That doesn’t happen with me. I offer a modern approach to wedding photography—forget about the dreaded experiences of awkward posing. It’s a gentle, enjoyable approach.
- I strive to give your wedding photos more than just your appearance. They shouldn’t be typical wedding clichés. I want each photo to tell a story and evoke emotion. To have a timeless quality, so that you’ll return to them even decades from now.
- Personalized approach — every couple is different, so I treat each of you individually to fulfill all your wishes.
- No obstacles in your way: no limits on the number of photos or hours on your wedding day (for full-day coverage). I don’t want to stress you out unnecessarily. You’ll get everything important, with a maximally friendly approach.
- Feel free to use first names with me if you like. It’s common during photography sessions, and I believe it helps everyone feel more comfortable. I want to be a pleasant part of your wedding.
- I know planning a wedding isn’t easy, so I aim to make it as simple as possible. You won’t need to deal with long calculations or complicated arrangements, and you’ll get easy-to-access photos, ready for sharing with friends immediately.
- I have been specializing in wedding photography since 2013.
- I organize lessons and workshops for photographers of all levels.
- I am one of the few Czech photographers who shoot weddings full-time, meaning wedding photography is my profession. Many Czech photographers do weddings only as a side job, which carries several risks for clients. Amateurs often have inferior equipment, no backup plan if gear fails during the wedding, less experience, and lower motivation and responsibility (since mistakes don’t affect their main job, as photography isn’t their livelihood). Surprisingly, a semi-professional may charge higher fees because they only take a few weddings per year (and can afford to turn down clients with lower budgets). Delivery times for photos are usually much longer, as amateurs and semi-professionals don’t have enough time to process photos alongside their main job.
- Since 2019, I have been a member of the ISPWP — International Society of Professional Wedding Photographers. As of 2025, there are only three members in the Czech Republic.
- I use professional equipment and often acquire the latest technological innovations on the market early to ensure you get the best results.
- I don’t rely on luck; I know that even professional gear can sometimes fail. That’s why I am equipped with backup cameras and additional equipment to make sure wedding photography is never interrupted.
- Besides being a wedding photographer, I am also a retoucher. Some clients might take this for granted, but in reality, very few photographers master high-quality post-processing for wedding photos (or even bother with it at all).
- This doesn’t mean I drastically change your appearance or turn you into someone else. On the contrary: quality retouching is often invisible — no one notices it. Blemishes like acne, varicose veins, bruises, yellow teeth, or strong forearms are subtly corrected. I often think it’s a shame that clients don’t see the amount of careful work their photos receive. They see the beautiful result, but not the retouched cars in the background, cigarette butts, or other distractions. I personally follow ethical wedding photography guidelines, and I would never send unedited originals — no one should see an unflattering version of a person, nor compare “before” and “after” edits.
- I love natural colors. While extreme desaturation is currently trendy, I prefer vibrant yet natural tones, which I believe are the most timeless. Besides color photography, I am also a fan of black & white processing, although not every photo suits it.
- All wedding photos from me are fully edited. I spend the most time on portraits of the bride and groom. Reportage photos (like the ceremony) are minimally corrected to preserve authenticity. Each photo goes through multiple editing stages: first correcting tilt so your photos are never crooked, then cropping for better composition if needed, adjusting white balance, contrast, light & shadows, and color properties. Special photographic effects may be applied, and finally, detailed local retouching is done — the most time-consuming part.
- Photography itself takes only about 4% of a wedding photographer’s time. Most of my work is spent on selecting and editing your wedding photos to deliver a polished and cohesive result.
- While some photographers spend 1–3 hours on post-processing, I dedicate up to 50 hours — six full working days to it. My “curse” is that I can never rush quality work :-)
- Your wedding photos deserve to be printed, and I’m happy that most of my clients don’t skip this final — and arguably most important — step.
- Properly printing a photo book at a professional level is not easy: it requires a high-quality monitor, a calibration device, knowledge of color management, and extended communication with the client about the final look of the book. That’s why most photographers either don’t offer photo books or deliver them at amateur quality — which is a real shame.
- Not every client wants or has the time to create their own photo book. Not everyone knows how, and few have the skills to make it look professional. It’s extra work for me, but it’s important, and I do it for your satisfaction.
What I Like
I have a soft spot for interesting dresses, long trains, elegant updos, veils fluttering in the wind, stormy clouds, and dramatic light. And for beef tenderloin (though I didn’t write that).
Every wedding is interesting to me, but I’m especially fascinated by castles, villas, palaces, hotels, churches—basically any remarkable architecture, historic or modern. Crystal chandeliers, large windows, staircases, colonnades, portals, balustrades, elegant wallpapers. In such settings, portraits literally come to life.
Friendly Approach
I know very well that planning a wedding can be exhausting. That’s why I strive to make working with me as easy as possible.
I don’t charge based on the number of photos, and you don’t pay for travel by kilometers—it’s all included in one price. This saves time, and instead of long calculations, let’s focus on your wishes for the photos.
I can work both ways:
- Do you want everything worry-free? You don’t have to handle anything—leave it all to me.
- Do you enjoy planning details? We’ll dive into them together. If you want, you can send me pieces of your preparation along the way: What will your dress look like? Hairstyle? Bouquet, suit, cake, decorations, seating plan for the reception? I’m happy to get involved, give advice, or just listen. This can help both you and me be better prepared for photographing your wedding day.
You don’t have to see me as just another vendor. I’m here for you, and we can chat via WhatsApp or Instagram—and it always makes me happy when I can help you with anything.
Photography Style
- a blend of documentary and artistic photography
- focus on emotions and elegance
- natural, timeless colors without filters, usually slightly warmer tones + black & white photos upon client request
- compositions with a timeless and representative character, classic form
My work combines documentary and artistic photography. While documentary photography captures events such as the wedding ceremony, I use artistic photography primarily for portraits. Artistic photography focuses on the aesthetic, creative, and artistic aspects of an image rather than strictly documenting reality. The main goal is not to precisely replicate reality but to convey a mood, emotion, idea, or visual concept of the photographer. The balance between documentary and artistic photography in the final result is guided by the client’s wishes, because you are the central focus of the entire project.
For me, a wedding is not a child’s game or a sports event, and the content of the photos reflects that. I see a wedding as a celebration of elegance and human beauty. Unlike some other photographers, I would never attend a wedding in shorts and a t-shirt, simply because I consider a wedding a special occasion. A wedding is not just a formality—it is a meaningful milestone in the story of two people, and of everyone close to them.
Any amateur photographer can take pictures of people who attend a wedding. What’s more important is that the photos tell a story of feelings. Such photos become far more valuable over time than simple documentary shots. My wedding photography captures living memories, telling the story of you and your loved ones, what you experienced that day, and how you felt. A wedding is a story full of emotions, relationships, and small details that make the day unique. Wedding photos are not just a set of static images—they are a story about people, relationships, and moods. My goal is to be your second pair of eyes, to see what you want to see, and capture all the memories and irreplaceable moments.
More About Me
I love chocolate, film dramas, new technologies, running, and music. I have an engineering background and worked for a few years as an IT analyst and expert in cross-border electricity trading. But then my heart led me into the world of weddings, and it completely captured me. I work full-time in weddings—during the season, I photograph two or three weddings every week. I return to many wedding venues repeatedly, yet each wedding is different because it involves different people, a different story, and different emotions. It’s the people and their relationships that make each wedding unique.
In photography, I specialize specifically in weddings. Occasionally, I also shoot other genres:
- portraits
- maternity and family photography
- celebrations, corporate parties
- analog photography
Want to see me in action? Check out here for some behind-the-scenes shots.
Enough about me. Now I’m looking forward to hearing your story.
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petr-dolezal@petr-dolezal.cz
+420 777 938 327