How to Choose The Best Photographer for your Wedding Ceremonies

HOW TO CHOOSE A Wedding Photognaphen OTOGRABHY Subadh yp PHOTOGRАРН DIAS LARGEST WEDOING PHorocRAP WHEN SHOULD YOU BOOK YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER? You should aim to book your photographer soon after you reserve your venue. If your wedding is taking place in peak season, then you will need to book at least a year in advance. For weddings at less popular times, 6 months in advance should be enough time. HOW MUCH DOES WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY COST AROUND THE WORLD? US INDIA Canada Australia UK $754 - $3,769 $2,679 $2,362 $2,023 $2,004 smile! (All figures converted from original domestic currency to $USD) BUDGETING FOR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY Most Expect photography to make up 8- 15% of your total budget. photographers offer different packages to suit all budgets. Photographers typically don't share their rates online so you will need to contact them directly for a quote. Ensure that all costs are Be sure Don't forget to enquire about any hidden extras e.g. editing, VAT, travel and food expenses. detailed in a quote before agreeing to a contract. to get a receipt for your deposit. HOW TO CHOOSE A WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER IN 6 STEPS 1 The Research Phase Compile a list of wedding photographers who work in your area using: Google 8 Social Media Referrals from friends/ family Local wedding directory websites V Seek out verified reviews from real couples on Google reviews and on wedding websites. 2 Browse Portfolios Browse through each photographers' online gallery thoroughly. O Try to separate the photographer's work from the weddings they shoot. Check if there is a consistently high standard across all photos. Pay special attention to pictures that are important to you and see if you like how the photographer shoots these. Analyse each photographers' editing technique. Be wary that a heavy -handed approach may be covering up poor quality photography. If you're getting married in winter or in a dark location, be sure to check how the photographer deals with lighting in similar situations. LOVE 3 Identify Your Photography Style V Fine Art O Photojournalistic Moody O Edgy O Traditional V Natural 4 Create A Shortlist Create a spreadsheet so you can easily compare your shortlisted photographers. V Add columns for availability, cost, personality, experience, reviews, and offerings. 5 Meet With Photographers O Arrange an in-person meeting with your chosen photographer before your wedding. V You can use this time to discuss the photos you want and to agree on a detailed action plan. You may want to prepare a mood-board or a Pinterest board for reference. O This is a good oPportunity to see if you have a good rapport with the photographer and to judge their personality. Agree On A Contract Before signing a contract, make sure that you are satisfied with the following: The total hours of coverage A list of required photographs 3. Pricing for prints and photo albums 1. 2. Jeo Pricing for non-watermarked digital photos 4. How long it will take to receive the photos 6. The payment schedule Copyright ownership Any additional special requests 5. 7. 8. FIVE MISTAKES TO AVOID I Don't underappreciate the value of photography. Remember that your wedding photos are something that you will treasure for a lifetime. Don't make assumptions about quality based on price. Remember that high-end prices do not always guarantee the best quality and that reasonable pricing is not always indicative of low quality. Don't try to save costs on photography by asking an inexperienced friend or family member to do it. Never sign up with a photographer who doesn't use contracts. The aim of the contract is to protect you should something go wrong. 4 Don't hire a photographer that you don't get on with. You will be spending a lot of the day with them so it's important that they have the kind of personality that will put you and your guests at ease. REFERENCES apracticalwedding.com/selecting-your-perfect-wedding-photographer/ junebugweddings.com/wedding-blog/how-to-choose-your-wedding-photographer-in-6-steps/ loveweddingphotosandfilm.co.uk/how-to-choose-a-photographer/ dkphoto.ie/bride-guide-wedding-blog/how-to-choose-the-right-wedding-photographer/ onefabday.com/ pwilletts.com/top-tips-for-choosing-a-wedding-photographer/ wikihow.com/Choose-a-Wedding-Photographer zola.com/expert-advice/planning-101/hiring-vendors/how-to-choose-your-wedding-photographer independent.ie/style/fashion/revealed-how-much-you-can-expect-to-pay-for-your-wedding-37821558.html yourperfectweddingphotographer.co.uk/wedding-photography-industry-2018/ theknot.com easyweddings.com.au/articles/wedding-photographer-cost-2019/ ppoc.ca/about/faq.php Call : +91-7388821888 Subodh brjpai Email : [email protected] PHOTOGRAPHY Website : www.subodhbajpai.in INDIA'S LARGEST WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY CHAIN BHOTOGRAPHY