A photograph is like a time machine, a one way to ticket to fun times gone by! And when it comes to weddings, photographs take on a special significance, as does the professional who captures these precious moments! The photographer can be hired by you, or suggested by your wedding planner.
Here are some points you should consider to zero in on the all important photographer for your wedding:
His style – Every photographer worth his salt has an extensive social media presence these days. No matter how you came by his name, make sure to check out his previous works on his website, Instagram page, Pinterest page, Facebook page and so on. This can help you decide if he can nail the look you want for your special day
Interview him – No matter how good he looks on paper, you need to meet him in person. In fact, the most important negotiations: his availability, his fees and whether you have a good rapport with him can only be understood face to face. The best photographers are always booked for months in advance so make sure that hiring the photographer is one of your earliest tasks
Go through the fine print – Photographer contracts usually stipulate that he will own the rights to all the photos her captures. This implies that your entire wedding album can be used later by your photographer for promotional purposes. You may in fact not only have to pay for your photos being captured but also purchase the rights for the same from the photographer. Make sure that your budget allows for these hidden charges
The big day – Make sure you hand the photographer a general timeline of events on each day of the wedding. This way they will be prepared and will have time to map out the venue, consider the lightning, shot position and so on
Post-production – Since professional photographers are in essence creating works of art, they may take some time to retouch your photos, add special effects and edit certain pictures. So, you may receive your photos more than a month after the wedding concludes. Make sure on the maximum time he will take and also whether editing needs additional charges.
Choosing a wedding photographer is just as important as zeroing in on the perfect wedding planner!
