Photography

 

The only way to capture your special day forever

Choosing a photographer and videographer is an important process in planning for your wedding. You need a photographer and videographer that will capture the day as it unfolds. The:

Wedding photographs and videos hold the memories you have of that day forever, so is something that you should not cut corners on. Finding the best wedding photographer and videographer that you can afford is important for most couples.

Wedding photographs and videos hold the memories you have of that day forever, so is something that you should not cut corners on. Finding the best wedding photographer and videographer that you can afford is important for most couples.

 

Research wedding package prices and interview several wedding photographers and videographers in your area, as choosing ones from further afield may work out to be more expensive, as, even though their packages are cheaper, they may charge an extra fee for their travel.

 

Questions to ask the photographer and videographer

 

(Figure out what the most important times are for you and arrange this with your photographer /videographer, as how long they will cover the day, will affect the price.

 

 

Wedding Photography: What you should look for

 

Your wedding day is here. It's one of life's greatest passages, a moment in time that changes everything. A day where you affirm your commitment to the one you love and cherish above all else. This is the romantic side of getting married, but then you begin planning and you hear the prices of Professional Wedding Photographers and suddenly, your heart begins to pound and your throat steadily becomes dry, you might even become hysterical. Breathe. It’s not as bad as you think. With so many different photographers out there, Wedding Photography is now more affordable than ever before. So, what should you look for when choosing your Wedding Photographer? As a couple, you don’t want to overlook the four points we, at JohnMarxis believe should be at the forefront of your minds - Professionalism, Personality, Photographic style and most importantly, Quality of Work.

 

Professionalism

 

Yes it’s true, there are many photographers out there, but not all are professional. Too often, when I speak with friends or acquaintances who are married, they tell me horrid tales of how their photographer let them down by providing them with images so bad, they couldn’t show to friends or even family. Others tell me how their photographer didn't capture the realism of the wedding i.e. the emotions, the ups and downs, the stress, the shouting, the tears, the laughter, the joy, and most crucially, the love between them. As a couple, look for someone who is professional, a mind that ‘thinks behind the camera’, someone who instinctively knows what to do and captures the defining moments as they occur, someone who approaches your wedding with great love, respect and humility.

 

Professionalism encompasses these points, as well as aspects as simple as the clothing the photographer wears on the day, their attire must be befitting for your special day. It's true, Professional Wedding Photographers do tend to cost a bit more but that's because they do more for you. They focus entirely on your wedding, not only on the day itself but during the preceding weeks and those that follow, all in order to give you a gift that captures your wedding the way you want it remembered for years to come.

 

Personality and Photographic Style

 

You might be thinking “what has personality got to do with finding a photographer?” It has everything to do with it! This is very often the one thing couples overlook. You can quote me on this, you can't afford to ignore this point; if you have no rapport with your Wedding Photographer, then it'll be a disaster.

 

I've seen photographers who switch off during the ceremony, some even appear distracted and sluggish, as though they would rather be somewhere else. This is not the kind of person you want to capture the excitement of your day. Aim for a photographer who is energetic, humble, alert, understanding, respectful and ready to make your wedding the best yet by capturing decisive moments. Have a non-formal discussion with them prior to your wedding day, to get to know the kind of person they are and what they stand for.

 

Having a conversation with them will also give you an idea of their approach to weddings, and whether you are on the same page, which is essential as this will determine whether the finished product will be to your taste and style.

 

Nowadays there are many different styles of wedding photography out there, but the one thing you need to know is this, photographic style is a reflection of the personality of the Wedding Photographer, and should also reflect that of you and your partner’s. If you pick a photographer with a personality that doesn’t blend well with you and your partner’s, more often than not, the photographic style is likely to be wrong for you.

 

Here's the breakdown of the ‘wrong personality;’ a photographer who doesn't allow you to enjoy your day, who keeps calling and handling you to take more and more posed images, basically making the shots appear forced, artificial and this often leads the end images to lack the authenticity and true emotions of your day – and I’m sure this is not what you want.

 

The right personality captures interesting, heartfelt moments, moments that you didn't even know occurred. This unobtrusive style gives the photographer the opportunity to document your wedding in its truest form, catching unexpected moments, showing the joys of the human spirit and the charming chaos of the best man’s speech.

 

Quality of Work

 

Quality of work adds to the visual appeal of the images, how the story is told, and of course the style of the album. It's about the end result you'll be getting from the photographer. Naturally, a higher quality of work will cost a bit more, but it's worth it when considering that it's your special day and you want it captured in the most beautiful and striking way possible. Anyone can take pictures and call themselves a photographer, but not all photographers deliver the same quality of work. This is something that you need to keep in mind when choosing a Wedding Photographer. Professional Wedding Photographers deliver outstanding quality of work.

 

How do you want to remember your wedding? You need to ask yourself this question. How you want your wedding remembered will play a significant role in the Wedding Photographer you choose. I've met brides who are ashamed to show their wedding photos to friends because of the poor Quality of Work they have received. To be frank, if you want a quality wedding album, one that you won't be afraid to show to the world, then get a Professional Wedding Photographer who fits your criteria, based on the above points.

 

You can see it like this; after all is done, when all the food has been consumed and the decorations brought down, after the guests have departed and the reception venue cleared, the only thing that remains with you are your memories and the photographs which should capture them beautifully. Above all else, your wedding photographs will be the only testament for your future generations; it is here that the saying “you get what you pay for” is paramount, so don’t scrimp on this aspect of your special day. Having said that, do not go over your means, as a good Professional Wedding Photographer will be able provide you with a great quality album based on your budget. Although your budget may mean that you are not able to get the exact package you would like, the quality above all else will remain a constant factor in the photographer’s work.

 

Author: JohnMarxis – Professional Wedding Photographer
http://www.johnmarxis.co.uk

 

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