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Tips that will help you Click with the right Photographer

Selecting the right photographer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as you plan your wedding. Be sure to choose someone who will capture your memories with professionalism, artistry, personality and your style in mind. 

 Here are some tips to keep in mind as you identify photographers:

* Interview candidates and consider your options… 

*Know the difference between a “full-service” and a “shoot and burn” photographer:

     Full-service photographers shoot your event; edit the hundreds of images captured;  design your                              album layout; and have access to the professional album companies that deliver quality finished albums that last for generations. Shoot and burn photographers cost less than full-service photographers because they generally capture the event and hand over the files of hundreds of images for you to handle yourself. Shoot and burn service will cost less, but you need to think about how you plan to use the images you’ll receive. The vendors that produce professional products and support a full-service photographer will not work with brides directly. The quality of the products you will be able to produce may not be as nice as those you see in the photographers portfolio. 

*Learn the differences:

     The differences between photojournalistic and traditional styles, candids and formal posed shots—and select a photographer who specializes in the style you want or will do a mix of styles. Full-service photographers often offer a mix of styles whereas shoot and burn photographers may only offer candid photojournalistic shots. 

*Determine whether the photographer can deliver

      Consider both your personal taste and the type of wedding you are planning when deciding your preferences. Look at sample albums that include an entire wedding from start to finish, rather than just a few select shots. Try to view two or three weddings in this way. Look for consistent technical quality (composition, lighting, exposure, etc.) and good variety, as well as whether the people in the photos seem at ease. 

Do the photos capture the excitement and emotion of the occasion and tell a good story? 

* Understand in detail how the photographer works and charges to effectively comparison shop. 

      How long will the photographer stay at the event? Will there be an assistant? Is back-up equipment available? Can you provide a list of specific photos you want taken? What exactly is included in the costs quoted? What about proofs, negatives and/or digital files? How long will it take to get your proofs and your album? 

*Do you click? 

     Personality is as important as anything else. 

The last thing you need on your wedding day is someone you and your guests don’t feel comfortable with. If possible, we suggest you try and meet the person who will photograph your wedding to ensure that you’re comfortable working together. Consider how you would like the memories of your event preserved. 

*If the purchase of a wedding album is not within your budget prior to your wedding, ask for hourly service with the option of ordering a book after the wedding,