Your
wedding photography will provide a long-lasting remembrance of one of the
happiest days of your life. The right professional photographer should
deliver a complete selection of photographs that tell the full story of
your day.
To
help select your professional photographer, keep these thoughts in mind:
Hire a professional, don’t trust your wedding memories to a friend with
a camera. Interview as many photographers and review as many wedding albums
as you can to find the style you like. Reserve your photographer as early
as possible. The best photographers tend to be booked months in advance.
Ask
the following questions:
- What
packages are offered?
- How
many photos are included in each package?
- Are
the “proofs” yours to keep?
- Is
there a set number of reprints you must order?
- What
is the cost for additional time or photos?
- How
much is the deposit and when is it due?
- When
is the balance due? Is there a travel charge?
- Are
the negatives available to purchase?
- If
so, do you have to wait a specified time before you can purchase them?
Most
importantly, view the photographer's own photos. See if you like the style
of photography and book as early as possible.
Black
and white pictures are making a comeback and many couples request a mix
for their albums however black and white photographs need to be done by
hand and so are more costly then color.
If
you hire someone who uses a medium camera, not a 35mm, the negatives are
larger giving better resolution and print clarity but the cost is higher.
35mm photos can still give you excellent pictures and save you money.
Be
sure your photographer carries backup equipment--camera, batteries and
flashes.
(Encourage
your guests and friends to bring their cameras to the reception or provide
'one-time use' cameras at each table for candid shots of the wedding couple
and their guests.)
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