Choosing your wedding photography package
Choosing your wedding photographer and photography package can be a daunting process. As a London and Surrey wedding photographer, hopefully my top tips will make the selecting the wedding photography package that is right for you much easier!
Assessing your needs
Every couple is unique, as are their wedding photography needs. When looking at booking your wedding photographer think about what your needs are. Do you want an engagement session, is capturing both the ceremony and reception critical, are you planning a fun exit like a sparkler send off? Are you looking for a style of photography that matches your wedding venue or wedding aesthetic? Understanding your unique needs is your first step in selecting the perfect wedding package for you and your dream wedding photographer.
Coverage of your day
Wedding photography packages can range according to the length of time your photographer will be there on your wedding day. Think about what parts of your day you want capturing; bride/groom prep, the ceremony, reception, evening celebrations, send off, and find a wedding package that fits your needs. Be it a couple hours, half day or full day, duration is a significant factor in the cost of your photography package.
Image style
Think about the type of images you want from your wedding day. If you have a specific aesthetic for your wedding, whether it’s light and airy, bright and colourful, dark and moody, you’ll want to pick a photographer that has a similar style. Also think about the location of your wedding, does your photographer’s style fit with the style of the venue, will they be able to get creative and make the most of the set up? Opt for a wedding photographer whose style of photography matches your expectations.
Budget
Choose and wedding photography package that fits your budget and also delivers on quality and captures critical moments beautifully. Think about the deliverables best for you; some photographers add extras like printed photo albums at an additional cost rather than just an online gallery. Photographers just entering the industry who have only worked on a couple of weddings may also price their packages more competitively, making their packages a great option for couples working with a tighter budget. Get to know your photographer and take a look at their portfolio; your relationship with your photographer is sometimes more important than their level of experience in order to get a beautiful authentic set of images, as you’ll feel more relaxed around them.
Engagement shoot
Photographers may also include an engagement shoot at a reduced rate as part of their wedding photography packages. This is a great way for you to get to know your photographer even better, and practice posing before your wedding day, to feel totally comfortable and natural.
So, are you ready to book your perfect wedding photography package?
