Important Questions You Should Be Asking A Wedding Photographer Before You Hire Them
Asking is ALWAYS better than not knowing. Choosing your wedding photographer is one of the most important decisions you will make during the wedding planning process! You are choosing who will capture one of the most important moments of your life, so don’t take that decision lightly. I highly recommend asking these questions to your wedding photographer BEFORE you hire them. This will help you truly understand who they are, how they work, and ease any anxieties you may have when it comes to the “what ifs” — so let’s break down some essential questions to ask a wedding photographer!
ASK THE ESSENTIALS
Getting down to the basics. You like their work, and you’re ready to reach out. Ask these questions first! This will help you figure out their availability, pricing, and business info.
Are you available on my wedding date?
What’s included in your photography packages?
My wedding is happening in [city]. Do you travel?
How long have you been a wedding photographer?
How many weddings have you photographed?
Have you shot at our wedding venue before?
2. DIG A LITTLE DEEPER
Time to dig deeper and ask some hard questions. You always want to make sure that your wedding photographer has a backup plan, knows how to handle tricky situations, and what to expect when things might not go as planned. A lot of couples forget to ask these questions, but it’s always best to ask!
Do you have backup equipment?
How do you handle directing large groups of people?
Do you have liability insurance?
What is your process to make sure our photos are safe and protected?
What happens if you were to get sick on our wedding day?
If something happens and we have to cancel our wedding, do we get a refund?
3. GET TO KNOW THEIR STYLE
Instagram feeds are beautiful, but here are some questions to ask to truly get to know their photography style:
Do you shoot digital, film, both?
Do you prefer to direct moments or capture them as they happen organically?
Do you have experience with flash photography?
What 3 words would you use to describe your wedding photography style?
What are some go-to poses that you use for couples portraits during wedding days?
4. expectations after the wedding day
Time has flown by and the wedding day comes to an end, now what? It’s so important to know what to expect from your wedding photographer when it comes to receiving your final wedding gallery, so make sure to ask these Q’s:
How long will it take to receive our final wedding gallery?
How many photos can I expect to receive?
Do you edit all of our photos?
How will we receive our photos (online gallery, USB drive, prints, etc.)?
Do you provide high-resolution photos for free to download?
Do you send out sneak peeks? If so, when should we expect those?
THE TAKEAWAY
Asking your photographer in-depth questions before booking helps you understand if their style and approach align with your vision for the day. It also ensures you’re on the same page about pricing, timelines, and what’s included, so there are no surprises later on.
The relationship you build with them is important because you’ll be spending a lot of time together on your wedding day, and you want to feel comfortable and at ease. By getting to know them better, you’re setting the stage for a smoother, stress-free experience. Ultimately, a good connection with your photographer leads to better photos and memories you’ll cherish forever.
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