Thursday, November 13, 2008

Get the most from your Wedding Photography with these tips

By Samael Droste

It can be a bit daunting to try to make sure your wedding photography is just perfect. This is one task you don't want to mess up or you may regret it for years to come. While it will take some effort, you will find that it is well worth it to carefully plan this aspect of your wedding.

Step one is to decide just what you want out of your photography. Think about how many photos you want to have taken. Who do you want to have in them, and where will you have them taken?

These questions can lead you into the next step - deciding where to get married. The space, ambiance, and lighting should be taken into consideration if you want great photos. This way you are sure that your photographer will have everything he needs to take great pictures.

When you start on your quest to find the perfect photographer, remember to take a few things into consideration. You'll want to know the price, experience, and ability of any wedding photographer you're thinking about hiring. Be clear about your wedding date, so there's no confusion.

While photographic appeal isn't the only thing to consider when booking your venue, it should be something you think about. A good wedding venue will be easy to take pictures in. After all, no one wants an unattractive backdrop in the photos of their special day.

After you know more about the wedding venue, take that information to your photographer. Show them the ambiance, size and the location of your chosen venue. Then you can discuss more about scenery and specific pictures you want to have taken.

Before the big day, take the time to come up with a plan (in writing) for the photography. Make sure that everyone is on the same page and that your photographer knows what you expect. Once your wedding day arrives, the wedding photographer should have no problem at all taking the pictures that you have requested.

If you are not sure what specific photographs you want taken at your wedding, take a look at some bridal magazines. Tear out pictures that you love and want done at your wedding. You can also look through the wedding photos of friends and of the photographer for more ideas as well.

You'll pay the photographer to photograph the wedding, but it'll be a while before you get to see your photos. After the proofs come back, you can choose amounts and sizes, then pay for those pictures. Unless they're included in a package, they'll be a separate charge, so plan your budget accordingly.

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life. So, take your time, plan carefully, and make sure that you get wonderful photography for the big day. - 16651

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