A wedding is more than a celebration of the love two people share. It’s also a testament to a couple working together, masterfully planning and preparing for their big day. But, before saying the two magic words, “I Do’, the newly engaged will spend months — even years getting ready for their big day. A lot of time spent planning is dedicated to finding the key services; wedding venues, florists, DJs, and more. Today we will focus on the task of hiring a wedding photographer. Below you will find 4 great tips to help you find and hire a wedding photographer for your special day.
1. Know Your Style
Finding the right photographer is much easier when you know what style of photography is most in line with your personal taste. While there are many niche genres of wedding photography, they mostly boil down to two main styles, Traditional and Artistic/Photojournalistic. Check out galleries of different wedding photography styles here.
2. Check The Reviews
Hiring a wedding photographer is no simple task. An easy way to narrow down your search is to check out wedding review sites. While there are many great sites available, two stand out as the best. WeddingWire and TheKnot.com provide excellent detailed reviews on thousands of vendors. Both sites allow you to search with a number of criteria to refine your results. All reviews come directly from vetted brides and grooms. Finding a photographer with a lot of positive reviews will get you one step closer to wedding planning perfection.
3. Make A List Of Questions
Most people planning weddings are doing so for the first time. When hiring any vendor it’s important to ask the right questions. We suggest making a list and keeping it handy for any phone calls or meetings. Below are a few suggestions for your list.
Questions To Ask A Wedding Photographer:
- Have You Worked At The Wedding Location/Venue
- Do You Have Insurance
- Can I Change The Wedding Date In case of Emergency
- What Happens If The Photographer I Hire Gets Sick or Has An Accident
- Will I Own The Rights To My Images
- Can I Make Payments In Instalments
- Are You Available For Follow Up Meetings To Help With Wedding Plans
4. Schedule A Meeting
Meetings can help you to filter out the professionals from the hobbyists. You can learn a lot by meeting with a vendor and it’s important that you trust them to be there for you when you need them most. If a vendor is unwilling to meet with you (or Zoom) that could be a serious red flag. You can schedule a meeting right now with Fantasy Flash Studios by clicking here.
