HOW NOT TO CHOOSE YOUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

We have a ton of articles that can help you identify, meet, and choose your wedding photographer, but what about the things you should never do?

1. THEY ARE CHEAP

Don’t choose your photographer solely on the basis of price and what they offer; the extras, such as a free engagement session, a printed album, an online gallery, a USB pen, photo frames, and printed t-shirts, are not as important as the images that will be taken. It’s crucial that you locate and work with a photographer you adore.

Better and more natural images as well as an easier day are guaranteed when you deal with someone whose work fits your style, you feel comfortable and at ease with them, and you know you can trust them. It’s becoming more and more common for photographers to offer packages that include engagement photos. If their style fits yours, you adore their work, and you feel a connection with them, this is fantastic. But, don’t choose a photographer just because of price and inclusions.

2. WHAT THEY ‘WILL DO’

There are a million and one things to consider while organizing your wedding; the list seems never-ending, and occasionally you might decide that “will do.” It’s possible that you’re browsing through a lot of photographers and finding it difficult to schedule a meeting so you can examine their work and gauge your compatibility. It’s crucial to take your time and make sure you not only locate wedding photographers whose work you adore, but also a person behind the camera you enjoy. Don’t choose a photographer simply because it seems like an impossible process and takes a lot of time. It is crucial and really affects how you feel and seem in front of the camera. Once you identify them, you will feel as though you have just spoken with a dear friend.

Many photographers will understand and be able to connect to your stress; they are passionate about what they do and about capturing beautiful weddings. Wedding photographers enjoy what they do. Just make sure you choose the ideal photographer for you—someone who embodies your aesthetic, someone you can confide in, and someone you feel at ease with. If you have no concerns, then go ahead and hire them! Don’t just say, “They will do,” though.

3. THEY HAVE CERTAIN IMPRESSIVE PHOTOS.

Anywhere you encounter a wedding photographer, whether it’s on our website or another, you’ll notice an abundance of lovely images, a variety of jaw-dropping compositions that will captivate you. This is fantastic, and you should locate a photographer whose work you are enamored with and finds inspiring. But, it’s crucial to keep in mind that although having a handful of striking images is wonderful, you ultimately want a wedding tale that inspires awe. The key here is consistency.

Make sure you see whole albums of a photographer’s work while seeing their work; this may be done online or in hard form. You want to make sure that the photographer captured every beautiful moment in the book, not just a few standout shots. A competent photographer may capture breathtaking images, and an exceptional wedding photographer can use magnificent images to convey a story.

4. THE VENUE RECOMMENDS THEM.

After selecting and reserving your wedding location, the venue could offer a list of suggested vendors, including caterers, florists, coordinators, and photographers. While this is a fantastic place to start, it’s crucial to keep looking beyond this list and consider additional options. See the post on the pros and cons of being the “preferred” wedding photographer at the venue. You could have met a photographer from their list but not felt quite satisfied, or you might like the styles of other photographers you’ve seen here, for instance, but are not on their list. Choose the greatest wedding photographer you can afford, not simply the one the venue recommends. Don’t settle for anything less than the photographer of your dreams.

5. MY UNCLE JUST GOT A NEW SLR.

Wedding photography is more than just using a camera, whether the photographer is your uncle or a neighbor. They could own a fancy camera, but it doesn’t imply they have the skills and know-how to go shoot a wedding. Even if they may enjoy taking images of landscapes or children playing in parks on the weekends, weddings are a vibrant occasion.

The key to wedding photography is technique, expertise, and experience; the camera is merely a tool and a way to capture the event. You only have one shot, so you want to make the most of it by being there when it matters most, capturing that special moment in a picture, and making sure you have a wedding narrative that will allow you to relive the joy and feelings of your big day.

END NOTES

All of this preparation is only for one day: the day you marry the person you want to spend the rest of your life with, and the day you celebrate this wonderful occasion with your closest loved ones. Keep those memories close to your heart and avoid looking back and regretting not hiring a photographer.

The goal of photography is to tell a narrative via images, not to flaunt a fancy camera.

Keep in mind that you only have one chance to acquire the perfect wedding images, and that after it’s all over, they are the only things you will have forever. Therefore, make sure you choose the greatest wedding photographer you can afford and the best person to record your special day. Years later, when you flip through your wedding book and relive those memorable events and feelings, you’ll be happy you made the investment.

Wedding photography is all about capturing special moments, reliving the day through stunning images, grinning at unanticipated turns of events, witnessing the joy and emotion on your loved ones’ faces, and, most importantly, creating a memory that will last a lifetime.