Say ‘I Do’ to the Right Photographer: Wedding Photographer Do’s & Don’ts
- Oliva Victor
- Oct 23
- 2 min read
With your big day coming up, you have a lot to plan for. In the long list of tasks and preparation, getting a photographer could easily just be added stress—so allow us to make that process easier. Here are the top three Do’s and Don’t’s when it comes to choosing a photographer for your wedding!
Don't's:
Don’t hire a wedding photographer just for their tech expertise. When planning your wedding, it can seem tempting to hire a photographer solely based on their fancy cameras and technical skill, especially when everyone says, “The photographer knows best!”. But technical prowess alone doesn’t guarantee an enjoyable experience. Your photographer will capture the memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime, so it’s just as important that they are professional, responsive, and able to adapt to your vision. A photographer who understands you can capture fleeting moments into meaningful images you’ll treasure for a lifetime.
Don’t hire a photographer who doesn’t match your aesthetic. Your wedding photos will be the lasting memories of your special day, so it’s essential to hire a photographer who can capture your unique style and vision. Even the most technically skilled photographers can turn your heartfelt moments into generic shots if their style doesn’t align with yours. Take the time to review portfolios and discuss their creative approach—this wedding should reflect you, not just the photographer’s personal taste.
Don’t wait too long to book. Your wedding day deserves to go perfectly, so take the time to find a photographer you truly trust and whose work you admire—it’ll make all the difference! You want to build that relationship with your photographer and have everything sealed in stone early on for your big day.
Do's:
Do communicate with your photographer to understand vision. Wedding photos are the memories that will last forever. It is important that you look back and be happy that it is exactly the way you want it. That is why you should make sure to tell the photographer what you want. It could be you want photos to be heavily focused on your family and friends, or want you and your loved one to be in the spotlight on your big day. It also helps you understand a little more about the photographer’s personality and for the photographer to understand you.
Do review a photographer’s gallery! Your wedding deserves to be captured the way you want it to, and the best way to ensure that happens is to look at a photographer’s gallery. You can see what types of photos they take, what aspects they focus on, their creative style in general, and decide if that style aligns with your own style. A quick 2-minute glance can make a world of a difference!
Do have inspiration for how you want your photos to look. This not only helps you compare different photographers’ work but also gives your chosen photographer some inspiration. Take your time scrolling through apps like Pinterest and Instagram to decide exactly what you want. The better prepared you are going into your wedding, the more satisfied you’ll be with it after!
Following these tips will help make your big day go as smoothly as possible. Happy planning!
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