Wedding Photography is one of the most important aspects of your wedding day. At the end of the day you will only have your dress, the groom (we hope), and your memories. The foundation for your memories will be your photographs. With this in mind, we have put together some information for you to consider.

Because you don't get a second chance for great wedding photography!

Selecting a photographer to capture all of the details and special moments you have planned can be very difficult. After all, this is the person you are entrusting to capture the memories of one of the most important days of your life. How can you possibly choose?

That is the reason for this information! To give you some tips on choosing the perfect photographer for you! Every photographer is different. Some do mostly posed photographs, so d a more storytelling style, and some do both. This information will help you find the perfect photographer for you.

You might be concerned about some of the following issues:

I don't want to be taken away from my guests all day for pictures!

This is one of the hardest aspects of wedding photography. You want great photographs, but you don't want to spend all your time with the photographer. That is where training, background, and equipment all count. Some photographers just lack the skill to work quickly and still create beautiful images.

I want to relax and enjoy my wedding!

You don't want to have to worry about photography! You want to relax, knowing your wedding memories will be captured the way you dreamed. You want to look your best. You want a photographer that specialized in helping brides minimize the time away from their guests. This allows you more time to enjoy the wedding and still receive beautiful memories of your day. You want a photographer that is not on a limited schedule so they can be there when the great moments of the day happen. Some of the best images are captured when the bride is getting ready for the day.

What about equipment?

You want to know that your photographer not only has the state of the art equipment, but brings backup equipment. Digital cameras allow some of the most creative work to be done after the wedding, but all equipment is not created equal. Top of the line Canon 1DsMkIII camera bodies and professional quality lenses assure you of the best image capture.

Who will be the photographer?

Make sure you know who will be photographing your wedding and meet with them. You will spend a lot of time with the photographer on the wedding day and it is crucial that you like their personality. You should feel that the photographer will work well with others involved in your wedding, including the clergy, videographer, and the wedding planner. The best studios use two photographers to insure that nothing is missed. It is also best if one of the photographers is a woman. A female photographer can comfortably go where a male photographer might not be welcome.

How much is all of this going to cost?

There is an old saying, The bitter taste of poor quality lingers long after the sweet taste of a low price has been forgotten. You should expect to pay between fifteen and twenty percent of your overall budget for wedding photographs. You get what you pay for! Make sure you know what the final cost will be. Reputable photographers will tell you exactly what your wedding photographs will cost.. Consider the cost of engagement portraits and bridal portraits in the overall cost. How about albums for parents and grandparents?

Why do so many wedding albums look the same?

Do you feel you have seen the same photographs over and over again? Chances are you have! Most traditional wedding photographers are trained to photograph set shots. That is why most wedding albums are full of posed, stale, and stiff photographs. There is an option. There is a new approach to wedding photography that gives you images that have a natural, spontaneous and artistic impression. Wedding photojournalism or Storytelling wedding photography departs from the old ways and captures the essence of your wedding in an exciting and creative way. Sure, the classic formal portraits are taken, but they will be enhanced with creative photography that lets you relive the wedding day every time you look at your pictures.

Is the photographer a member of state or national organizations?

Membership in professional organizations provides the photographer member with educational opportunities, insurance, and recognition that they are concerned with high standards that the professional organization demands. Elegant Images Photography maintains an active membership in the Professional Photographers of America (both the national and state level) and the National Association of Photoshop Professionals.

Does the photographer continue to get training in the latest innovations and techniques?

The photography business is constantly evolving. From new photographic techniques to updated equipment, a photographer needs continuing education to stay current. Louie and Marianne have taken training courses from three of the top ten wedding photographers in the world. Bambi Cantrell, Jerry Ghionis, Kevin Kubota, and David Williams seminars have given us fresh new ideas and new ways to approach wedding photography.

A summary of questions to consider when hiring a photographer for your wedding?

1. Who is the actual photographer going to be? Have you seen photographs that were taken

by that photographer (be careful of studio samples)

2. What type of photography does the studio specialize in?

3. What type of equipment do they use?

4. What is their educational background?

5. Will they give you references from recent weddings?

6. Can you see several complete wedding albums?

7. What are the time limits for their services?

8. What exactly is included in their packages?

9. Exactly what will be the cost of the album and photographs?

10. How long will it take to get the completed album, not just the proofs?

11. Do they offer black and white images?

12. Do they attend conventions and seminars to keep up with the

latest techniques and innovations.

For more frequently asked questions about wedding photography please go to:

http://www.wedfog.com

We would love to sit down and discuss your wedding needs. Please call 541.330.1123 for a no obligation consultation session. We will even schedule the engagement session at no cost! Most of our brides spend between $2550.00 and $5000.00. If this fits within your wedding budget, dont hesitate to call

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