Wedding Photography Guide!

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Wedding Photography Guide!
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Synopsis

1. How to Choose the Best Wedding Photographer
2. Characteristics of a Great Wedding Photographer
3. Theme Ideas for Wedding Photos
4. Figuring Out Your Wedding Photo Style

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How to Choose the Best Wedding Photographer

• Wedding photographers are slightly different from
  other wedding vendors. Unlike the professionals
  who are providing music, flowers or the cake, the
  photographer for your wedding only really has
  samples of past photos to show you. You can
  actually hear or taste what the photographer has
  to offer, and you wont really have a clear idea
  of how the photographer works until after you see
  a few pictures you like. This is why its
  important to be as selective as possible when
  youre looking for the photographer who will
  capture the memories of one of the most important
  events of your life. The tips youll find in
  these chapters can help you select a photographer
  that will make your wedding day especially
  memorable.
• Select a Photography Style
• Before you start researching the best wedding
  photographers in your area, decide which style
  you want your photos to be. This will make it
  easier for you to narrow down your choices. You
  can look at some pictures you and your future
  spouse have taken before to get inspiration. Or,
  you can consider your favorite historic eras or
  movie/ television characters. Its also helpful
  to focus on items that you love, such as cars or
  flowers. These items can be included in your
  wedding photos to create an original and artistic
  theme.
• Consider whether you want vivid colors for your
  photos or if youd rather have an antique finish
  or black and white photos. You can even look at a
  few pictures of yourself from years past and
  arrange a photo shoot where you and your future
  spouse dress in the fashions that were popular
  when you started dating.

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How to Choose the Best Wedding Photographer

• These are just some of the ideas you can use to
  come up with a great wedding theme. Remember that
  the pictures can be as formal or as casual as you
  want. Its up to the photographer you choose to
  capture the images that youll be satisfied with.
  
• Do Some Research
• Be sure that you do your homework when youre
  searching for the right wedding photographer. You
  can also friends and family for referrals, or you
  can look at social media site to get examples of
  photos that professional photographers have taken
  in the past. Pay attention to how the photos make
  you feel. If you like what you see and get the
  feeling that the photographer is someone that
  would gel well with you and your spouse-to-be,
  contact the professional to set up a
  consultation.
• Schedule an Interview
• Youll likely be able to conduct a consultation
  with the photographer online, but its best to
  have an interview in person. Talk to the
  photographer about his/her past work and their
  philosophy when it comes to taking photos. This
  will let you know whether your needs will be met.
  You should also ask about the equipment the
  photographer uses so you can ensure that youll
  get the best possible photos.

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Characteristics of a Great Wedding Photographer

• Now that youve decided that you want a
  professional wedding photographer for your big
  day, you should know which type of photographer
  you want. There are some characteristics you
  should be searching for to make sure that the
  process of taking pictures is a pleasant one for
  you. Like all preparation aspects of your
  wedding, you should make sure that you book the
  photographer as far in advance as you can. This
  will help you get familiar with the photographer
  and his/her work. Here are a few more traits to
  look for.
• Wedding Photographers Should Tell a Story
• Your photographer should be skilled at telling
  your love story through pictures. During your
  interview with the photographer, you may want to
  share a little history concerning how you and
  your future spouse met and what your hopes and
  dreams are for the future. While the photos that
  are taken dont necessarily have to be displayed
  in chronological order, each of the pictures
  should narrate the joy you feel, the bond that
  you and your sweetheart share and the happiness
  you feel when it comes to sharing this milestone
  with friends and family.
• Wedding Photographers Should Be Caring and
  Professional
• The professional photographer you choose should
  care about what you want when it comes to wedding
  photos. This requires professionalism and
  attention to detail. If you bring a few photos to
  the professional for review, he/she should have
  the creativity and foresight to suggest original
  elements that can be added to your pictures.

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Characteristics of a Great Wedding Photographer

• You should also be able to see the photographers
  previous work as often as possible, so youll
  know what to expect when your pictures are taken.
  Pay attention to how often the photographer
  refers to you and asks for your opinion. This
  shows that he/she wants you to lead the photo
  shoot and get pictures that youll be satisfied
  with for years to come.
• Wedding Photographers Should Be Skilled In
  Customer Service
• Customer service should be important to the
  photographer, and this should be evident. The
  photographer should show up to meetings and
  consultations on time, and you should always have
  a way to get in touch with him/her if you have
  questions or concerns. You can also check the
  social media pages and website(s) for the
  photographer to see what other customers have to
  say about his/her work. The wedding photographer
  should also find a memorable way to thank you for
  your business. You may have a few of your
  pictures discounted depending on the package you
  order, or the photographer may throw in a free
  gift like a frame or free background music for
  your digital photos. This shows that your
  business is appreciated, and will probably
  increase the chances that youll refer someone
  else about the photographer.
• Wedding Photographers Should Be Unique
• Remember that the wedding photographer you select
  should be one of a kind. The professional should
  give the message that your pictures will be
  especially creative and unique. After all, your
  day is special to you for specific reasons, and
  you want your candid and posed shots to convey
  this. Looking through the wedding photographers
  portfolio in detail will help you make
  suggestions that will beautiful and customized
  elements to your wedding photos.

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Theme Ideas for Wedding Photos

• Youll likely want to get some candid photos of
  yourself and your spouse doing traditional things
  at your ceremony like enjoying the first dance,
  kissing or cutting the cake. You and your spouse
  may also want to take pictures in your dress or
  tuxedo, and you may also ask the photographer to
  get photos of other members of the wedding party,
  as well as certain elements of you ceremony, such
  as the bouquet that the bride carries or the
  rings that will be exchanged.
• Your wedding photos can also display things you
  and your sweetheart like to do together. Whether
  youre movie buffs, love watching sports or hold
  certain spiritual practices in high regard, you
  can consult with your photographer to bring these
  ideas to life.
• However, you may also want a solid theme for your
  wedding photos. This will make your pictures even
  more creative and make going through your photos
  an experience that you and your loved ones wont
  soon forget. Here are a few theme ideas that you
  may want to consider.
• Wild West Romance
• If youre having your wedding outdoors and enjoy
  a Western theme, you can talk with the
  photographer about taking photos that reflect
  this theme. Photos of you and your spouse on
  horseback, as well as photos of tumbleweeds and
  cowboy boots can help tell the story of how you
  and your partner fell head over heels for each
  other. If youre having some of the pictures
  taken before the day of the ceremony, you can
  arrange to take pictures at a ranch or near an
  old barn. If you and your spouse are country
  music fans, you can also suggest a few songs to
  go on digital photo reel to customize your
  wedding photos even more.

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Theme Ideas for Wedding Photos

• Fairytale Romance
• A princess meets her Prince Charming and lives
  happily ever after. If this is how youve always
  pictured your wedding day, youll likely enjoy a
  fairy tale theme. If your wedding dress has a
  princess theme to it, you can take most of the
  photos at the wedding site. Or, you can visit a
  photo studio so that youll have access to props
  like a chariot backdrop or an elaborate likeness
  of a castle in the background. You may even want
  to add elements from your favorite fairytale. For
  instance, have your spouse put a glass slipper on
  you like Cinderella or kiss you the way the
  prince did to wake Sleeping Beauty up. Of course,
  you can also use personal elements from your love
  story and have them photographed in a fanciful
  way that indicates that youre proud of your own
  personal romance. You can work with your
  photographer to come up with creative captions
  for the photos as well.
• Famous Couples
• You can also model your wedding photo shoot after
  famous couples. From historical figures like
  Bonnie and Clyde to timeless characters like Adam
  and Eve, you can make your wedding photo shoot
  one of a kind. You can also take inspiration from
  your favorite celebrities to have a fun or
  glamorous photo shoot that will always make you
  remember youre wedding fondly.

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Figuring Out Your Wedding Photo Style

• Now that youve decided that youd like
  professional wedding photos for your ceremony as
  well as a photo shoot before the day of your
  nuptials. However, you may need to figure out
  your wedding photo style so you can continue
  planning your special day in the best way
  possible. Considering the things that inspire you
  and your creative personality can assist you in
  telling your wedding photographer what style
  youd like to use for your wedding pictures.
  These suggestions can help you come up with a
  style that is just right for you.
• Classic Elements
• If classic romance is your thing, a black and
  white photo shoot or photos with a sepia finish
  could be a great choice. You can take pictures of
  you and your spouse at a grand piano or holding
  hands in a field of flowers. These simple yet
  elegant themes look great in natural lighting,
  and subtle gestures like holding hands or looking
  into your partners eyes can beautifully capture
  the love you feel for each other.
• Modern Flare
• Wedding photos with a modern theme can be
  appealing as well. These pictures tend to be
  trendy, but thats fine if you want to capture
  the time in history when you and your partner
  fell in love. You can arrange to take pictures in
  your favorite metropolitan area to signify the
  new life that youll embark upon with your
  partner. Or, you can re-create some of your
  favorite dates to remind you and your spouse
  about all the fun things you like to do together.

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Figuring Out Your Wedding Photo Style

• Movie Themes
• Do you and your spouse have a favourite movie
  that youve bonded over? Are you fans of a movie
  franchise? If so, talk to your wedding
  photographer about a photo shoot that reflects
  this. You can even have the pictures taken in the
  likeness of chronological scenes in the movie,
  and have the photographer add professional
  captions later. You can take photos in
  traditional wedding garb with a backdrop from the
  movie of your choice, or you and your sweetie can
  dress up in costumes or colors that are
  indicative of the movie theme.
• Casual Chic
• Remember that wedding photos dont always have to
  be formal. If you and your spouse are casual and
  laid-back, you can put together a photo shoot
  that reflects this. Let your wedding photographer
  know that you want to take some pictures on the
  beach as you and your sweetie walk in the sand,
  make sandcastles, collect seashells, or relax on
  the shore together. You can even make your
  swimwear wedding-themed by adding rhinestones and
  pearls to a white bikini or one-piece, and your
  partner can wear black swimming trunks and a bow
  tie. You can even have a picnic theme and use
  elements like a gingham tablecloth or a replica
  of the first meal the two of you enjoyed
  together. Adding personal touches to a theme can
  make your wedding pictures interesting, and
  youll remember the experience of taking the
  photos just as fondly as viewing them.

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