McDaniel Bridal and Formal

Choosing A Photographer for Your Wedding

This is probably one of the most, if not the most, important day of your life.
In making plans for your wedding, the selection of the photographer is the most important for two reasons:

  • Your photographs will be the only permanent and lasting record of your eventful day -- something you want to be proud of and share the rest of your life.
  • You will spend more time with the photographer than any other person involved with your wedding.

The photographer should be the first to see you for photographs at your home, or in the dressing room at church, and should be nearly the last one to leave long after the florist, baker, caterer, etc., have left.

Photographer Selection Guidelines

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Here are some guidelines to follow for choosing the person who will spend your wedding day with you:

1. Choose a studio that is known for specializing in weddings.
2. Above all, don't assume anything, Ask these questions:

How long have you been in business?___________________________________________

Do you have a portfolio I can look at?____________________________________________

Is your equipment capable of shooting in any light available?_________________________

Do you do portraits?__________________________________________________________

Are you the person who will be taking the pictures?_________________________________

What package plans are available?______________________________________________

Do you do negative retouching?_________________________________________________

How much are reprints?_______________________________________________________

What are the delivery dates for prints?___________________________________________

What is the cost?____________________________________________________________

Is a deposit required? How much is it?___________________________________________

When must it be paid? _______________________________________________________

When is the balance due?_____________________________________________________

Will a protective spray be included on the photographs?_____________________________

How may photographs will be taken in all?________________________________________

What sizes of prints are offered?________________________________________________

Is there a minimum order of photographs required?_________________________________

What album styles are available?_______________________________________________

How long will you stay at the wedding ceremony and reception?______________________

What options do you offer for inclement weather conditions?_________________________


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