WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Choosing a wedding photographer is so important, for most couples it will be the lasting memory from your special day. When planning your wedding, discuss with your partner how much time you want to spend taking photos and how important having photos with everyone is to you both. For instance, for some people, just having photos with immediate family and some couple shots are plenty. 

It is always a good idea to find a photographer which you have chemistry with. This person will be a big part of your day as they are there from the moment you are getting ready in the morning, dining with you and then partying into the evening. Also, most couples opt to pay for a meal for the photographer so they can stay all day without really requiring a break. Therefore, make sure you factor that into your costs! Also, you can ask your photographer to recommend a wedding videographer who they are known to work well with.

With this in mind, we recommend you plan out a wedding photography list, which your chosen photographer can usually help you with.

It normally consists of:

Pre-wedding shoots:
brides hair and makeup, the bride putting on the dress, flowers and close up details. 

Journey to the ceremony:
the bride and father in the wedding car along with bridesmaids and flower girls.

Informal shots:
guests arriving along with shots of them eating, drinking and socialising.

Ceremony:
the venue, first kiss, vows, confetti throwing and close family portraits.

Family shoots:
other group shots.

The reception:
DJ, food, cutting of the cake, first dance. 

MONEY SAVING TIP

Try to pick a wedding photographer that matches your style, if the price is too high, speak with your chosen photographer. They may be able to help you. In particular, you might be able to opt-out of purchasing a wedding album and have this made at a later date or you could consider reducing your chosen package.