San Diego-based wedding photographer Paul Barnett is sharing his tips for couples looking to choose the right wedding photographer for their special day. Trusting the physical memories of your wedding day to another person is extremely important since there’s only one chance to take all of the images you’d like to have in your album, so hopefully these tips help you make the right decision! Read below for his advice.
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For couples in search of a wedding photographer, I suggest breaking down the criteria into three main items:
1. Style
This is perhaps the most important criteria. If you as a couple cannot relate to the photographer’s style, their cost and personality are irrelevant. Start by asking yourself two questions in order to determine if the photographer is a good fit.
Judging by the answers to those questions, you will have a pretty good idea of whether or not you would be happy with the style of photographs received.
2. Cost
The old saying “you get what you pay for” generally applies to wedding photographers, and the price for full-day coverage is wide-ranging. When meeting with photographers you are interested in, be sure to find the answers to the following questions.
Determining how the answers to these questions fit your expectations and your spending limit should help you narrow down some choices. Once you have a few left to choose from, the next step is also of the utmost importance.
3. Personality
Meeting and choosing your wedding photographer is a bit like dating, as they need to be the right fit. The individual(s) will be with you and your guests all day, so make sure you have a good connection with open communication after meeting for the first time. In addition, be sure to ask yourself the questions below in order to ensure you find the best photographer for you.
Your photographer will be with you throughout the entire wedding day – perhaps even longer than your spouse – so it’s important that you not only get along, but also feel comfortable speaking with them and sharing your questions, concerns, and wishes for the final product.
For more information about Paul Barnett photography please contact us at paul1@barnettphoto.com or give us a call at 619-285-1207. San Diego Wedding Photographer Paul Barnett specializes in San Diego Wedding Photography.