The question of the right choice of a wedding photographer arises before the future husband and wife usually long before the date of the celebration is set. If the choice of the master is negligent, the mistake will no longer be corrected, and the memories of the important day will be ruined. What should be considered when looking for a person whom you will entrust to capture such an important and long-awaited event?
The first step is to get acquainted with the portfolio of candidates. Are you satisfied with the quality of the images and their processing? You can compare portfolios of photographers in different price categories to find out what is right for you. Don't try to save money: there is a lot of competition in this business, and many people who do not know how to use the camera, put very attractive prices, but the quality of their work, as a rule, leaves much to be desired. A true professional knows the value of his work. You can usually get acquainted with the finished work on the photographer's page on the social network, many have their own website. Find out how many years the photographer has been providing his services, read the reviews of his clients.
After you have selected several candidates, arrange a face-to-face meeting and discuss your expectations. If the photographer, without listening to you, begins to talk about his vision, not taking into account your wishes, then it is better to refuse his services. The wedding is your holiday, and you should not overshadow it with arguments about how the photo session should take place. The photographer should hear you, not command you.
Ask how many photos you will receive: as a rule, a professional will offer you a certain number of processed photos. Sending you several thousand photos, among which there may be a frank marriage, will only be a beginner who recently took a camera in hand.
It is important to discuss when you will receive the processed finished photos. Sometimes the photographer can get too carried away with processing that you will see the photos when you have time to forget about them. It is better to discuss the terms in advance (for example, strictly in a month).
Ask if the master will arrange a photo walk for you some time before the wedding. The professional usually conducts a preliminary small photo session, which gives him the opportunity to assess which angles are right for you. Such a walk will give you an excellent chance to see the work of the photographer, as well as how comfortable it is for you to cooperate with him, because a good photo session is always the result of cooperation between the master and the model.
If you want to protect yourself and not spend money on photographs similar to those taken by your friends on smartphones and digital cameras, it is advisable to conclude an official agreement with the photographer. In this case, you will be able to make claims for poorly performed work. It is impossible to do this without a contract.
These simple tips will help you choose the right wedding photographer.
