You can find photographers everywhere these days. Many people have phones in their pockets capable of stunning shots. So why fork out for a pro? Here’s 6 reasons you should hire a professional photographer to document your wedding day.
Quality over Quantity in your Wedding Photography
It’s a question I get asked a lot, so I thought I’d write a blog about it. The last thing you want is anxiety at the thought of looking through you wedding photos, so keep in mind that a lot of the time quality > quantity in wedding photography!
The benefits of having a second shooter in your Wedding Photography package
There can be doubt when booking a second shooter. Typically you pick a photographer because you like their style and as a result may worry about the second shooter. But every photographer will carefully curate the work of their second shooter, it’s important that their style and quality of work is similar as all of the processing will be done by the primary photographer.
What is Documentary style Wedding Photography
In my opinion the beauty of documentary style wedding photography is the story telling. It cannot be scripted, your day is photographed from start to finish, the story tells itself. Photographs captured this way are special.
The Beauty of Pre-ceremony coverage
The myth associated with “unflattering” photographs snapped on the morning can put a lot of people off the option. But pre-ceremony coverage isn’t all double chins and bags under the eye! A professional wedding photographer will ease into the morning coverage. It will start with an introduction and then they’ll begin to read the room, all the while making sure everyone is settled and relaxed.
How to train your Wedding Photographer
So it’s the Big Day. This is the fun bit for everyone. You’ve nailed your planning, theme and the shoot list is ready to rock. You have your special forces prepped and ready. All that’s left is to let everything fall into place. Your Photographer will be more than prepared for this, but it’s more than likely your first time and there’s bound to be a lot going on. Here’s a few tips to get the most from your Photographer