There is so many choices when it comes to booking your wedding photographer, but what are the main things that you should look for?
Booking a photographer is an important decision for capturing special moments and memories of your big day. First off I would look for what still of photography do you like, bright, moody, dark, see what you are drawn to and start from there.
Here are a few things you should consider when booking your photographer:
- Portfolio: Take a look at the photographer’s portfolio to see their style and quality of work. Make sure their work matches your preferences and style you are looking for.
- Experience Check how much experience the photographer has in the type of photography you want.
- Reviews and Testimonials : Look for reviews and testimonials from previous clients, this gives you an idea of their reliability and professionalism. I would say 80% of my work comes from word of mouth
- Availability: Check if the photographer is available on your date and time you need them, lots of weddings are book about 2 years in advance. So if you have someone you really like better booking sooner rather than later to avoid disappointment.
- Prices and Packages: In this cost of living crisis budget is everything, does your photographer meet your budget? Remember after your wedding day all you have left is your photo’s and video. So think of your photography as an investment.
- Insurance: Very important! Make sure your photographer has liability insurance to protect themselves and their equipment.
- Contracts: Make sure you read and understand the contract before booking. Make sure you receive a contract as this not only protects the photographer but you as well. Its shoot state the details of the shoot
- Portfolio: Take a look at the photographer’s portfolio to see their style and quality of work. Make sure their work matches your preferences and the style you are looking for.
- Experience: Check how much experience the photographer has in the type of photography you want, whether it be weddings, portraits, events, etc.
- Reviews and testimonials: Look for reviews and testimonials from previous clients to see their experience with the photographer. This can give you an idea of their reliability and professionalism.
- Communication: Ensure that the photographer is easy to communicate with and responds promptly to your inquiries.
- Personal connection: Finally, make sure you feel comfortable and have a good rapport with the photographer. This can help ensure a successful and enjoyable photo shoot. I do offer a chat either phone, zoom or meet up beforehand.
