Three tips for finding the perfect wedding photographer for your big day

One of the most important people at your wedding is the photographer, who is tasked with capturing your most precious moments. Your wedding photos are a lasting reminder of this special day, so you’ll naturally need to put a huge amount of trust in the person responsible for taking them. But with so many options to choose from, how can you find the perfect photographer?

Here, we explore three top tips to help you feel confident in your choice and get those beautiful snapshots of your wedding to cherish forever.

Meet them in person

While websites and online portfolios can give you a good idea as to the quality, style, and vibe of a specific photographer, it’s essential to also get to know them on a more personal level. Once you’ve narrowed down your shortlist, based on examples of their work, be sure to schedule an in-person meeting with each photographer.

They should make you feel comfortable and confident, and they themselves should feel like a person you naturally have a good connection with. This will not only alleviate any stress about their capabilities, but will also enable you to work together seamlessly both before, during, and after your wedding – so you end up with the perfect wedding album.

Check out their credentials and reviews

If it isn’t obvious on their website, there’s nothing wrong with asking a photographer about their qualifications and credentials. Whether you prefer a qualified photographer or someone who has made a name for themselves in a non-traditional way, asking about their background can help you feel more confident in their abilities. Other aspects of their business, such as whether or not they use sustainable practices, or specialize in a certain photography style, can also sway the decision for some couples.

Be sure to also research any wedding photographer you’re considering to see what their previous clients have said about them. Don’t just look at the testimonials on their site, but search for reviews on other platforms such as Google, social media, and TrustPilot. Though it’s impossible for anyone to please everyone, trust your gut if you see a common theme in reviews such as issues with timings, professionalism, or communication.

Ask lots of questions

A great way to build your trust in your wedding photographer is to ask them lots of questions. Making a list before you speak to them can be helpful, so you don’t forget anything important. Put yourself in the shoes of a hiring manager and ask questions to determine the integrity, reliability and professionalism of each photographer, while also getting to know a little bit about them and how they plan on working with you on your wedding day.

A very important question to ask should be around their available contingency plans. If the unexpected was to happen, and they couldn’t attend your wedding on the day, would they send out a quality replacement photographer? The last thing you want is no one turning up to capture your big day and having to rely only on the smartphones of your friends and family.

Have fun

Choosing the perfect wedding photographer can be a really fun process. Be certain of what you want before you meet your photographer and enjoy finding out about how they can help to make your wedding unique, magical and memorable.