5 Things Your Wedding Photographer MUST Offer

1. Do you like the photos that were taken? View a sizable number of the photographer’s wedding photographs, not just a few on a website. It’s ideal if you can see at least one or two digital albums and a whole wedding. The digital albums likely showcase the photographers’ greatest work, and the full wedding displays all the regular pictures they often take on a wedding day. How do you think they appear? Are they attractive to the eye? Do you think the color and lighting are pleasing? Are you seeking the photographers’ particular aesthetic? The majority of our bridal couples choose a combination of traditional, staged portraits and impromptu, photojournalistic shots. Make sure the photographer is competent to capture the kinds of pictures you want for your wedding and feels at ease doing so. There’s no need to think about the photographers any further if you don’t like their work. Additionally, confirm that the photographer who will capture your wedding did the work you see. Some studios may display a wide range of excellent work by different photographers, but they cannot promise that you will select the one whose work you prefer. The only way to guarantee that the photography you see is the photography you will receive occasionally is to work with a small team like ours.

2. Do you appreciate the personalities and demeanor of the photographers? Does the photographer exude confidence, ease, and calmness? What kind of sense of humor does the photographer possess? Just keep in mind that the photographer will be there for most of your wedding day, mingling with you, your bridal party, your family, and your guests. An overbearing, rigid, and demanding photographer may ruin your day. You don’t want that, I know it! Make sure the photographer you select gets along well with both you and your future spouse. Meet the assistant photographer and make sure you get along with them if the photographer plans to have a second photographer assist at your wedding. Prior to selecting a photographer, it is crucial that you meet with them in person to get to know them. If it is physically difficult for you to meet the photographer in person, be sure that some of their customer testimonials leave you feeling at ease with the photographer’s demeanor.

3. Is the photographer dedicated to documenting your wedding and has a professional work ethic? Does the photographer own flash units, lenses, and cameras? Does he or she possess at least a few lenses with an f2.8 aperture, which will create quality photographs in dim lighting? To reduce shadows in both horizontal and vertical photographs, does the photographer put a soft box over the flash and keep the flash above the lens? Does the photographer always carry a full complement of backup gear, or does she send a second photographer with a different set of gear to every wedding? On the day of your wedding, how will the photographer and their helper be dressed? Question them. They ought to be professional enough to show up in a tux, suit, or sophisticated outfit that matches the event. However, you might be a bit concerned if your photographer is a male and he mentions that he will be wearing a fancy sweatsuit:-). Your wedding day should feel special, and you should have the impression that your photographer is committed to ensuring that all of the love, emotions and significant moments will be documented in pictures you will cherish for the rest of your life

4. Is your photographer experienced enough to be ready for all of the fantastic moments that will happen on your wedding day, as well as the unpleasant things that could potentially take place? An experienced photographer will have shot enough weddings to be able to foresee and capture significant moments throughout the day, as well as the crucial details that a “newbie” may easily overlook. A skilled photographer will be able to foresee and solve problems before they arise, sometimes without you even realizing that anything is wrong. A complete set of backup equipment is required because of this. My little kit of band-aids, duct tape, additional wires, and scissors has been helpful on several different occasions.

5. What kind of value is being provided by your photographer? Not just the right price, but the correct value. It might not matter how much a photographer charges if they lack all four of the mentioned qualities. If the photographer possesses all four, that contributes much to the value they can provide. The price should be less significant in this situation. Just be sure your photographer will deliver the things that are truly essential to you and is honest with you regarding prices. It could sound appealing to work with someone who promises a low-cost upfront. However, things can change when you learn that there is an additional fee for each place they stop, all the digital image files are not included, a studio setup fee at the reception, and other services. It is sometimes more cost-effective for you to hire a photographer who prices twice as much but covers practically everything.