Hello lovelies!
Yes, I know, it has been a looooooong time! And, admittedly, I have no socially valid excuse for not writing anything for the last *cough* three months *cough*; so let's skip past that particular elephant in the room and get down to business!
Today's post is a guest post from fellow blogger, Maria Benson. Maria is a professional blogger interested in finance and politics, having
written several articles on such categories. She enjoys researching financial
products and services and writing reviews on them. During her free time her
hobbies include painting and reading. She is currently working on PPI claims and
she is looking forward to posting a few articles on the subject.
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All
brides know that a wedding is a “once in a life time” occasion – a joining of
two hearts for life. This event brings together family members, friends and
well-wishers, and couples want to capture and remember every moment of their
fabulous wedding day. This is where your wedding photographer plays a huge role.
There are a number of professional wedding photographers out there to select
for your big day, but deciding who to choose can be a daunting task. Below I've summarised 10 tips for ensuring that the photographer you choose is a professional.
{Photographic style}
A picture is worth a thousand words. Contact a
number of wedding photographers to become familiar with the various types of
wedding photography they offer, such as formal, classic, and candid
photographic styles. Keep an eye on the latest trends – these can help keep
your event fresh and lively.
{Experience}
The
photographer you chose should, ideally, have proper experience in the wedding
industry. An experienced wedding photographer will take better pictures
compared to someone who photographs, for example, food or nature. Having an
experienced professional photographer is essential to capturing your special
moments, such as the exchanging of rings, your first dance and first kiss.
{Delivery}
Always
read the small print and be sure of delivery time frames. Some photographers
may take months to deliver photos due to the demands on their time or reliance
on other professionals, such as album designers and printers; so if you are
unwilling to wait, consider choosing someone else.
{Pricing}
Wedding photography is a costly service.
If you are working with a budget, which most brides are, contact more
than one photographer to get a feel for the market. This will help you to
choose an affordable photographer with good quality service.
{Contract}
Before signing a contract, make sure you read
it thoroughly, and query anything that troubles you. Should a problem arise, this document is the
only thing that will safeguard you.
{Specials and discounts}
Enquire
about out-of-season specials or packages - some photographers provide discounts
for winter weddings or weekday weddings, and some even offer discounts if you
book far in advance of your wedding date.
{Advertising}
Most,
if not all, photographers use images from past events to advertise online or in
magazines. If you are not comfortable with your wedding photos being used for advertising
purposes, be sure to choose a photographer who allows you to opt out of any
publicity for their company. At the end of the day your photographer owns the
rights to any images captured on your day, so you can’t make them sign anything
to ensure this doesn’t happen – it is simply a courtesy you can request.
{Appearance and dress code}
If it is important to you, always be clear
beforehand how you expect your photographer to dress. Most photographers will
dress in a way that allows them freedom of movement to capture those special
moments but, if you ask, they will usually be happy to wear jeans and a smart
shirt which won’t hinder their movements.
{Equipment}
Always ensure that your photographer uses a good quality camera with a variety
of lenses and that they carry a back-up camera and memory cards in case
something should go wrong.
{References}
Word
of mouth is the most powerful source of information, so ask other wedding suppliers
for references to good photographers, and ask potential photographers whether they
can supply reference letters from previous clients. If they are not ready or
willing to hand over references, ask yourself why. Also ask your photographer
what their personal mission statement is – this will give you good insight into
their approach to their craft. A passionate photographer will give better
results than one who does it only for the money.
Your
wedding day is one of those few occasions in life that you want to treasure for
posterity, and your wedding photographs help to keep those memories fresh. Ensuring
that you hire a good professional is essential to how you remember the
experience of your day, so always be sure that the professional you've chosen
is the right one for you.
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If you, like Maria, are interested in submitting an article to be shared here at Jade & Jasmine, drop me a mail an we can chat!
Until next time!
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