after the vows have been spoken
and the rings exchanged
after the toasts have been made
and the first dance had
after the cake has been eaten
and the bubbly is gone
the only tangible memories of your wedding day
will be the photos that were taken.
In this age of digital photography and Facebook it's hard not to be tempted to have your amateur photographer friend take your wedding photos in an effort to save a few bucks. Or even to forgo professional prints for a digital CD that you can upload to all your social networking sites. However, I cannot stress it enough, the only tangible memory of your wedding will be your photographs. A good wedding photographer will be able to highlight all the most special elements of your wedding.
Here are some tips for not only finding the perfect photographer but for ending up with the album that you want as well.
1. Befriend Your Photographer -- I don't necessarily mean this literally but you should certainly connect with your photographer enough that you feel honest and comfortable with them. The more you connect the more comfortable you will be, and the more comfortable you are the less forced and consequently better your photos will turn out.
2. Understand Styles -- In my opinion there are three main styles used for wedding photography.
Portrait - these is all those classic, straight on shots of the couple, their families and the bridal party.
Editorial - these are all those artsy, high fashion-esq pictures you've been pining over in the magazines
Photojournalism -these include those priceless candids of flower girls covered in frosting and your first dance
3. Start a folder -- Whenever you find a picture that you really like (online, magazines, old photos, facebook) put it in your folder. I'm talking physical folder, not a mental memory folder but a real, tangible folder. Basically anything that you can bring with you when you meet photographers. Make a note on the picture (or on a sticky note attached to said picture) that says what you specifically like about the photo (pose, lighting, angle, etc) and show it to your photographer. This will give them a clear idea of what you mean when you say "I want a really great kissing shot".
4. Trust Your Photographer -- So once you've found your photographer friend, noted the styles you are most drawn to and shared your folder of inspiration, let go of it -- sort of. Give your photographer a list of must have photos (chances are a credible photographer will know the portraits you need but it isn't a bad idea to jot those down too) when I say list I mean not a novel, like 10-15 pictures that are really important to you that may otherwise be overlooked. Once the big day rolls around relax, enjoy the moment and trust that your photographers experience and expertise will provide a picture perfect recap of your big day.
5. Don't Forgo Prints -- I understand in these difficult economic times it can be hard to convince yourself to spend the money on prints. However, prints from your photographer will turn out far better than those you get through the 1hr photo center at Walmart. Also, it will be your photographers top priority to get the photos printed whereas they may sit untouched on your computer for months or years before you ever do anything with them. Definitely keep the disc on hand but I would suggest immediately ordering an album with your favorite shots to display on that adorable coffee table you registered for.
Happy Planning!!!
Here are some tips for not only finding the perfect photographer but for ending up with the album that you want as well.
1. Befriend Your Photographer -- I don't necessarily mean this literally but you should certainly connect with your photographer enough that you feel honest and comfortable with them. The more you connect the more comfortable you will be, and the more comfortable you are the less forced and consequently better your photos will turn out.
2. Understand Styles -- In my opinion there are three main styles used for wedding photography.
Portrait - these is all those classic, straight on shots of the couple, their families and the bridal party.
Editorial - these are all those artsy, high fashion-esq pictures you've been pining over in the magazines
Photojournalism -these include those priceless candids of flower girls covered in frosting and your first dance
3. Start a folder -- Whenever you find a picture that you really like (online, magazines, old photos, facebook) put it in your folder. I'm talking physical folder, not a mental memory folder but a real, tangible folder. Basically anything that you can bring with you when you meet photographers. Make a note on the picture (or on a sticky note attached to said picture) that says what you specifically like about the photo (pose, lighting, angle, etc) and show it to your photographer. This will give them a clear idea of what you mean when you say "I want a really great kissing shot".
4. Trust Your Photographer -- So once you've found your photographer friend, noted the styles you are most drawn to and shared your folder of inspiration, let go of it -- sort of. Give your photographer a list of must have photos (chances are a credible photographer will know the portraits you need but it isn't a bad idea to jot those down too) when I say list I mean not a novel, like 10-15 pictures that are really important to you that may otherwise be overlooked. Once the big day rolls around relax, enjoy the moment and trust that your photographers experience and expertise will provide a picture perfect recap of your big day.
5. Don't Forgo Prints -- I understand in these difficult economic times it can be hard to convince yourself to spend the money on prints. However, prints from your photographer will turn out far better than those you get through the 1hr photo center at Walmart. Also, it will be your photographers top priority to get the photos printed whereas they may sit untouched on your computer for months or years before you ever do anything with them. Definitely keep the disc on hand but I would suggest immediately ordering an album with your favorite shots to display on that adorable coffee table you registered for.
Happy Planning!!!
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