finding a photographer
Most people looking for a photographer to cover their event will be doing so for the first time. As such, it is important to know what
you should be looking for when it comes to selecting your photographer. Your budget may be an obvious factor to consider, but there are
many other criteria you should take into account.
Connection
The most important factor will probably be how comfortable you will be working with your photographer. Most people find
it a little hard to relax in front of the camera and this may be evident in the results. If your photographer offers
a pre-event photo shoot, this can be a good way to get comfortable with the process of being photographed professionally,
whilst confirming your confidence in the quality of work you expect to receive.
Is the service personal? If you go to a photographic studio for an interview and you meet a sales person instead of a
photographer, you're probably wasting your time.
Style
When you are looking at the portfolio of the photographer, do you see the style of photographs you would want to put in your album?
Intellectual Property
Does the photographer insist on holding the negatives or original digital files and charging for re-prints? If so, that is
fine if you understand that the price you are paying for the photographer's time on the day is not all you'll be paying for.
You should ask if options exist to buy the negatives or digital image files if you are interested in re-printing most
of your shots.
Media
Do you need to get digital images for websites or email, or will a film photographer satisfy your requirements?
Planning
Does your photographer take the time to understand your event and your expectations? It is very important to plan the day and also
appreciate the specifics of the event, for example, the cultural traditions.
Useful Links
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Good luck and remember to have fun with your experience.
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