When all is said and done, your wedding pictures are one of the only investments in your wedding budget that will last beyond your wedding day. Here are a few things to consider when choosing the photographer who will preserve your memories for you.
Style – There as many styles of photography as there are photographers. To be sure you get the coverage and quality you are paying for, make sure you see a full set of wedding proofs, not just a portfolio. Anyone can pick out a few great shots to showcase. Freelance Photographers – Some studios employ a number of different wedding photographers. Be sure you are viewing the samples of the actual photographer who will be assigned to your wedding. Request to meet with the actual photographer who will be at your wedding.
Experience – In addition to viewing a photographer’s work, be sure to find out how long the photographer has been shooting weddings. It is important that a photographer knows how to deal with the intensity of a wedding and work professionally amidst the environment of emotion and excitement. Weddings create high pressure. An experienced photographer will be able to know exactly which pictures to take and when, ultimately giving better coverage.
Price – Wedding photographers will range in price from $500 to $5000 or more. Price does not determine quality. Larger studios have more overhead, and spend more on advertising. Also, make sure you are fully aware of how much additional pictures will cost for you and your family to order after the wedding.
Digital vs. Film – Digital is quickly becoming the norm in weddings. Digital offers many advantages, including on-line proofing, and more shots with less cost. Film still offers higher quality when professional format cameras and film are used.Equipment – Ask about the type and quantity of cameras, lenses and lighting that will be used at your wedding. If pose shots are done indoors, more lighting should be used than just a camera mounted flash. If choosing digital photography, the photographer should use more than one camera and more than one memory card. If film is chosen, again the photographer should use more than one camera. Pricing should also reflect the type of equipment. The higher priced photographers should be using high-end digital SLR’s with multiple lenses or medium to large format film cameras.
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4 comments:
Maybe I should get married again so you can take the pictures!
To Whom??
Hmm..good to know for the next time around :-) (just kidding James if you're reading this!)
I don't know, I guess James? Just kidding, just kidding!!
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