How to choose a wedding photographer
How to choose a wedding photographer:
The 3 most important questions to ask yourself
If you’re here, you’re trying to figure out how to choose a wedding photographer
Choosing a wedding photographer is undoubtedly an important decision. The photographer is the custodian of your wedding memories. The wedding photos are the pieces that live on as long as your love. Long after the cake is gone, the last dance is danced, and the rentals are returned, you two will be able to relive the wedding day through images.
There are plenty of questions you can ask potential photographers to learn about them, but the most important questions to ask YOURSELF when choosing a wedding photographer are the three listed here.
Do we love this photographer’s photos?
Every photographer…
sees the world differently
shoots differently
approaches moments differently
lights differently
edits differently
thinks about weddings differently
To answer this first question, definitely check out social media and websites, but be sure to see full galleries. Figure out what the photographer does best. The Kivus & Camera approach mixes journalistic documentation of genuine moments with artistic creation of beautiful portraiture. Our vibe is lots of bold, saturated color and great lighting. Check out our portfolio, and don’t hesitate to ask to see full galleries!
Whether or not you love the photos is THE MOST IMPORTANT question when it comes to choosing a wedding photographer. Regardless of what style or vision or worldview speaks to you two the most, you deserve to LOVE your wedding photos.
Do we like this photographer as a person?
You will see a lot of your photographer(s) on the wedding day. Don’t book anyone who gets on your nerves. This person will be interacting with not just you, but your friends and family on the wedding day. Are they professional? Funny? Kind? Are they a calming presence? Are they organized? Are they a good communicator?
In addition to talking to the photographer, read reviews!! Look for reviews that mention things beyond just the photos too. Did couples enjoy the experience working with the photographer in addition to the image quality?
Do we see the value?
Alternatively: Can we make this pricing work?
I may be a bit biased, but I think photography should be a top priority. Photos are how you preserve the incredible memories you’ll be making. The best photographers get photos of moments you don’t even realize are happening.
Only you and your loved ones can determine how valuable photographs of your wedding memories will be in the days, weeks, and years after the wedding. But I think if there’s anything to splurge on for the wedding, it’s the photography.
So, how to choose a wedding photographer?
Ask:
Do we LOVE the photos?
Do we LIKE the photographer?
Do we see the value?
If the answer to all 3 of these question is YES, then you’ve found the right wedding photographer!
And if the right wedding photographer is Kivus & Camera…
We believe that love is bright and colorful. And love is FUN.
Your wedding photographs should be fun, bright, and colorful too. Kivus & Camera are Raleigh wedding photographers who create unforgettable, breath-taking photographs. Your photos will stand out from the crowd. Your wedding story will be cemented by beautiful, artistic portraits AND enthusiastic, genuine moments. Want to know more? Click below. Can’t wait to hear from you!
