{"id":37823,"date":"2023-11-01T08:00:43","date_gmt":"2023-11-01T13:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/texasweddings.com\/blog\/?p=37823"},"modified":"2023-12-06T18:26:04","modified_gmt":"2023-12-07T00:26:04","slug":"choosing-the-perfect-wedding-photographer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/texasweddings.com\/blog\/choosing-the-perfect-wedding-photographer\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing The Perfect Wedding Photographer"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your wedding is going to be one of the biggest days of your life.\u00a0 As a result, you want to ensure that you have as many beautiful mementos of the event as possible.\u00a0 Part of guaranteeing that is to be careful when choosing a photographer.\u00a0 Photography isn\u2019t as simple as picking the first available name you find.\u00a0 Each studio can have their own unique style, and you\u2019ll want to find the one that best meshes with your plans.\u00a0 Follow our guide to find the perfect photographer for your big day!<\/p>\n

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Set The Budget<\/h2>\n

The very first step to choosing the right wedding photographer is setting your budget.\u00a0 Like other wedding decisions, there is no point to falling in love with a choice you can\u2019t afford.\u00a0 This will also give you an idea on what packages you can consider, and what add-on options you may want.\u00a0 Perhaps you want a drone for aerial photos or an extra photographer on hand to record getting married!\u00a0 You\u2019ll also likely want a photo album, like the carefully compiled ones offered by Michael T. Davis Photography<\/a>.\u00a0 Everything is clearer when you have a budget in place.<\/p>\n

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Michael T Davis Photography<\/p><\/div>\n

Compile A List<\/h2>\n

Ask family, friends, and coworkers for their recommendations, and look for highly rated photographers online.\u00a0 Putting these names on a list lets you take notes and track who you have spoken with.\u00a0 Additionally, you may be able to snag the photographer who did such an amazing job on your third cousin\u2019s wedding photos!<\/p>\n

Look At Different Styles<\/h2>\n

You can streamline this and vetting potential photographers by looking through the portfolio available on most studio websites.\u00a0 A photographer with a crisp, modern style may not be the best fit for your rustic barn wedding, so consider each photo in two ways.\u00a0 First, do you like the style? Second, could you picture your wedding in their frame?\u00a0 Completing this step will likely let you cross a few names off of your list.<\/p>\n

See The Full Gallery<\/h2>\n

Reach out to the names on your shorter list and ask to see the full gallery from a wedding.\u00a0 Naturally, photographers are going to post the best photos publicly. Seeing the full gallery lets you know that you will have plenty of gorgeous options.\u00a0 You\u2019ll also get a better feel for a studio\u2019s style – and some inspiration for special photos you want included.<\/p>\n

Describe your wedding<\/h2>\n

Set up meetings with your three favorite options.\u00a0 Describe your wedding to each photographer – in detail!\u00a0 You may even want to bring pictures of the venue, fabric samples, or any other elements you already have.\u00a0 This gives the photographer an idea on lighting, things to highlight, and more, so that they can do a better job for you.\u00a0 A wedding in a barn needs different lighting than one in a well-lit ballroom.\u00a0 A professional like Mitchell Bahr Photography<\/a>, who specializes in unique lighting situations and has over a decade of experience, can make the difference between blurry, grainy, dark shots, and a romantic sunset kiss caught on film.<\/p>\n

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Mitchell Bahr Photography<\/p><\/div>\n

Ask Questions<\/h2>\n

The meeting is also your chance to ask questions.\u00a0 These can range from how many photographs you\u2019ll receive and how long the editing turnaround is to how will your photographer ensure they don\u2019t miss a special moment.\u00a0 Will they do both styled and candid shots, like Inspired Images<\/a> does, to make sure that you have every moment captured, down to Grandpa hitting the dance floor? Make sure you finish with a clear idea of what it would look like to hire that studio.<\/p>\n

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Inspired Images Photography<\/p><\/div>\n

Book An Engagement Shoot<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s nice to have beautiful engagement photos, but an engagement shoot also gives you the chance to have a trial run with your first-choice photographer before you commit to a costly package.<\/p>\n

By the time you have the final images back from your engagement shoot, you\u2019ll likely have made your decision.\u00a0 The important thing is to go with your gut instinct – you want someone you get along with at your wedding, someone you trust.\u00a0 No one wants to have to micromanage when you\u2019re trying to celebrate your nuptials!\u00a0 Choosing the right photographer is the best way to be able to reflect on your wedding when you\u2019re celebrating your twentieth anniversary so choose carefully.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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