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Al Topping Photos & Film is a premium photography and videography business for people and businesses located in and around the Lake District. (This business is a trading name for Xtreme Exposures Ltd - supplying epic adventure themed photo and video content to the UK outdoor industry)
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What’s the secret to taking a great photograph?
Emotion. Context. Drama.
In all cases, regardless of whether it's a wedding or a product photograph there should be a story. Stories sell, stories connect us together.
What questions might you ask a client when starting a new project?
What's your desired outcome? What do you want to do with your images? Who will see them and where? Finally, why?
What do you love most about your job?
Meeting and engaging with new people and providing them with imagery that they're passionate about.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I was the guy with the camera when everyone needed it. My skills grew from there and after two former careers it made sense to turn my passion into a business. 14 years on I'm still passionate about taking pictures of other people and making them smile.
Why should our clients choose you?
I have a wealth of experience in photography but also in life. I'm 37, I've got a wife, 2 young kids and a spaniel. I've had two previous careers which I've enjoyed for different reasons and have travelled a lot with each.
I know that life isn't easy and sometimes you need someone to help you do things above what you ask of them - often without you knowing you need it. I'm a problem solver and that is what I do.
I hope to be able to do that for you because when you hire a professional they should look out for you as an individual/business providing you with not just what's been asked for but whatever they can to ensure the end result is, at least, what's expected from them.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
For those services I offer which require in-person meetings to take pictures or video, clearly can't be done remotely. However, all communication that can be will.
For product photography, I am happy to communicate remotely with clients, ensure all details are collated correctly and work independently to complete the job. I have my own studio and am happy for clients to zoom into product shoots to be part of their sessions without needing to travel.
Ultimately, where there's a will, there's a way.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
I'm fully vaccinated and not a space invader.
If you want to work remotely with me and it's feasible to do so, I'm happy to comply with your requests.
Wedding Photography
Coverage from 3 hours upwards
Multiple photographers available to ensure coverage of all angles and partner 1 and partner 2 getting readyCoverage from 3 hours upwards
Multiple photographers available to ensure coverage of all angles and partner 1 and partner 2 getting ready in different locations.
Wedding Videography
Coverage from 3 hours upwards. I only offer 3-5 minute highCoverage from 3 hours upwards. I only offer 3-5 minute highlight videCoverage from 3 hours upwards. I only offer 3-5 minute highlight videos as standard as 99% of the time you’ll not want to sit through a 90 minute video. (Ask your friends if they would!) However, I do offer full Speech and Best Wishes videos so that you’re getting good value for money and capturing the best parts from your wedding day.
Corporate Headshots
Corporate headshot photography sessions available from £120 when shot in my Windermere studio. On location shoots available from £170.
For more details and prices, see www.altopping.com/portraits/?utm_source=bark
Lake District Portraits
The ONLY provider of Lake District photographed walking tours.
Guided walks in the Lake District where the key difference is your guide is a professional adventure photographer.
See For more details and prices, see https://www.altopping.com/unique-photographed-guided-walking-tours-in-the-english-lake-district
Product Photography
Packshot Photography - (White Background) - Simple form and style images. Available from as little as £6 per image. The more images required, the cheaper it gets. Please get in touch for a bespoke quote.
Advertising Product Photography: Bespoke product photography to really show your product off as best it can be. Due to the complexity of this type of photography, do get in touch for a no-obligation quote.
Event Photography / Videography
Coverage of your events from £100ph + expenses.
For corporate events, I can also add a corporate headshot 'booth' so your attendees can get an 'on brand' corporate headshot at the same time.
Flexible service to suit your needs.
Promotional Films
I am pleased to be able to offer my videography services. All projects considered and can be tailored to suit your style and budgets.
For pricing and availability, please request a quote.
General Photography
All projects happily considered. Please request a quote if you'd like to know more.
Photo Editing
As a professional photographer I'm highly skilled in photo manipulation and editing practices using Adobe software. If you have a photo(s) you'd like editing, do get in touch.
Prices start at £50ph.
Video Editing
As a professional videographer I'm highly skilled in video editing practices using Adobe software. If you have video footage you'd like editing, do get in touch.
Prices start at £50ph.
Photography Tuition
I offer group and 1-2-1 photography training options for mobile and DSLR users.
Please get in touch for pricing and options.