Advice On Selecting Good Wedding Photographers
Choosing a wedding photographer is one of the most important parts of planning a wedding. Unlike the flowers which will wilt and the dresses that will be tucked away, the photographs will last forever. This is why it is so important that you have a clear idea of what kind of pictures they want before they even meet with the wedding photographer. These guidelines will help you know if a wedding photographer is a good pick for you.
Before booking a wedding photographer set up a meeting with them and look at their portfolio; never book on the phone. It is a necessity to see the wedding photographer’s portfolio. Talking with them will help them know what you want and help you understand what kind of work they do. Talk to a friend or family member about what you are looking for and invite them to the meeting. Show them your list of guidelines so they can follow them with you. When considering the type of photography you want, think about casual shots versus formal shots. Think of everyone in the wedding party and who needs to be photographed together. Are all your old work friends coming who you haven’t seen since you left? Is your college roommate coming? These are all pictures to keep in mind.
Place yourself in the photographs you see in the wedding photographer’s portfolio. If these were one your wall, would you be happy? Look for variety. If all the shots the wedding photographer shows you are close up this is a bad sign. Check the edges and background in the photographs and make sure the set ups are clean even. Take photographs you like in to show your photographer and see how they compare to their portfolio.
Ask the wedding photographer for their qualifications and how much experience they have doing wedding photography. The letters LBIPP, ABIPP or FBIPP after their name means they are BIPP qualified and considered a professional photographer. Ask about the unexpected. How will they handle your photographs if it snows? Are you okay with their ideas? Check to see if your wedding photographer has Professional Indemnity insurance cover in the event that your photos need to be retaken.
