Things To Consider When Picking Your Wedding Photographer

While planning a wedding, one of the many decisions you have to make is who is going to photograph your wedding. With the large saturation of wedding photographers nowadays, it has become increasingly difficult to pick and choose who you want to be there on your wedding day. The following list includes the most important things to think about when on the search for the right fit for you and your partner:

1. Decide on a budget. 

Go ahead and start researching some photographers in the area of where your wedding will be, or photographers friends have recommended (keep in mind, many will travel far to where you are). Websites with the rates publicized will give you a better idea of the varying rates between photographers. Some are more established than others, and some may only photograph higher end weddings and have much higher rates [1]. If there is a photographer that catches your eye, with no rates on their website, just shoot them an email and ask for a quote. 

2. Read reviews on the photographer from previous couples.

Reviews are vital to see how past couples felt about the experience with their photographer. Remember that the photographer you pick will be with you for the entire day, so you will want to choose someone with a friendly, warm, and positive attitude. 

3. Know the style of photography you are looking for.

Style is what sets apart most photographers. When looking through websites and portfolios, take into account the use of lighting, tones, poses, and settings of the weddings they have photographed. It might also be helpful to look at any other work the photographer might be involved in, and see what their interests and passions are. Maybe you guys have a lot of similar interests, and it will make for a great match on the day. 

4. Ask about an engagement trial session. 

Many wedding photographers also photograph engagement sessions, and this might even be a part of the package they have. It is a great investment to schedule a one or two hour session with a photographer to see what it will be like to work with on your big day. It is a great way to get to know each other and see if you guys click. 

5. Compare the packages between photographers of interest. 

There are various types of packages out there, and it is important to see what different photographers might offer. If you are paying top dollar for the photography, you want to make sure they have a second shooter and an assistant [2]. Many packages may also include custom albums, prints, online galleries, and more. 

Works Cited

1. Artifact Uprising. Advice for Choosing a Wedding Photographer. Retrieved March 20, 2019, from https://www.artifactuprising.com/wedding/choosing-a-wedding-photographer

2.  The Knot. 10 Steps to Finding a Great Wedding Photographer. Retrieved March 20, 2019, https://www.theknot.com/content/wedding-photography-getting-started