Questions to Ask Your Wedding Photographer Before Hiring Them
Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! Planning your special day involves many important decisions, such as choosing the perfect wedding photographer. Your wedding photos will capture the precious moments and memories that you'll cherish for a lifetime, so it's crucial to find the right photographer or team who can capture your vision! To ensure you make the best choice, here are some essential questions to ask potential wedding photographers before hiring them!
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How would you describe your photography style?
Understanding their photography style is essential to ensure it aligns with your vision for your wedding photos. Styles can vary from traditional and classic to photojournalistic or even artistic. Make sure their portfolio resonates with your personal preferences.
Have you shot weddings similar to ours?
This question helps determine whether the photographer has experience shooting weddings similar in size, cultural elements, or specific requirements like outdoor or indoor venues. Familiarity with your wedding's specific setup can be advantageous.
Can we see a full wedding album?
While online portfolios or highlight reels showcase a photographer's best work, viewing a complete wedding album will give you a broader perspective. Look for consistency in quality, composition, and storytelling throughout the album.
What packages do you offer, and what is included?
Understanding their pricing structure and/or available packages is crucial for budget planning. Inquire about the number of hours of coverage, the number of photographers included, and the total cost. Also, ask about any additional services, such as engagement shoots or wedding albums or film, that may be included or offered as extras.
Do you have backup equipment?
Ensure that the photographer has backup cameras, lenses, and lighting equipment in case of any technical failures. Wedding days are unpredictable, and having backup equipment is essential to avoid any potential hiccups.
Are you open to specific shot requests or a shot list?
Some photographers have their own shot list they work off through the day, many will accept a shot list from you. It’s hard to guarantee every shot, due to the unpredictable nature of wedding days, but helpful to know if your photographer is flexible with your ideas. Pinterest boards are also awesome to share with them, if they’re open to it.
Are you familiar with our wedding venue?
If your photographer is familiar with your chosen venue, they may have insights into the best angles, lighting conditions, and specific areas to capture beautiful shots. If not, for instance, if you've chosen a destination wedding, discuss their approach to photographing in unfamiliar locations and how they prepare themselves for such situations.
Asking these questions will help you select the perfect wedding photographer who understands your vision, captures your special moments flawlessly, and provides a pleasurable experience on your wedding day. Remember to trust your instincts and choose someone who makes you feel comfortable and confident in their skills. Happy wedding planning!
Wedding Venue: Dover Hall
Dress: Suite Bridal - ATL Georgia
Suit: Indochino - Nashville
Hair/Make up: Beauty by Jahara Jennae
Florist: Brousseau Events
Planner: Mirna Brousseau - Brousseau Events
Officiant: Hello Love - Tia Ballard
Rings: Markman's - Knoxville
Cake: Sugar & Salt
DJ: Redrum - ECE
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"If a picture could show what your heart is feeling, Tori's team would be the ones to capture it. Tori and her team have beautiful eyes not only for the perfect shot, but for the perfect moments! Our pictures totally capture our personalities and relationship. There's no stiff, staged looking photo in our gallery from her. It's all so real and beautifi
-HANNAH + GERAIN
