Are you prepping for your big day? If yes, take a deep breath and we hope you are getting good amount of sleep. We understand that getting married is a life altering moment and the amount of preparation that goes into it is immeasurable. From picking the right venue tofinding that dream outfit, the decisions are many and daunting just the same. Finding the right photographer for your dream wedding is extremely crucial and one must choose their photographer carefully as it makes a lot of difference. If your wedding isn't shot and captured in the way you envisioned it to be, it can be a real deal breaker as it is those very photographs and videos that will stay with you for a lifetime and more. Here are three things to remember that will help you choose the photographer who is perfect for you.
1. Analyse their work
When you are looking for a photographer for your dream wedding, it is crucial to go through their work. Understanding their style and analysing it and aligning it with your goal is important to find a photographer who would help you take the best pictures of your wedding. Go through an entire photoshoot to understand how the entire event was captured, edited and presented. This gives you a clear picture in its entirety rather than going through the photographer's work in parts.
2. Camaraderie with the team
The photographer plays a very important role in your wedding. Right from the pre-wedding photoshoot to the very end of the event, you will have to work with him and his team closely. The wedding itself can be an emotional rollercoaster, and the additional effort that one has to put to get the right shots can be taxing. At this point, having a good point and a friendly relationship with the photographer can really help. You can feel comfortable and at ease while clicking the pictures and the photographer too, will be able to capture the best shots after having known you for a while. It is important to break the ice and feel at ease as the smiles come more easily and the expressions are more natural and genuine.
Apart from this, the photographer must understand the nature of your gathering, your family and be at your disposal to capture special moments instantly. He should be flexible in his approach while also having a schedule and deadlines that both parties adhere to. Having a professional relationship while maintaining a friendly camaraderie makes for a perfect team and a memorable experience!
3. Do your styles align?
While going through a photographer's work and having multiple conversations with him, you must constantly attempt to understand if your styles align. You could be all about minimalism and simplicity and your photographer must have a similar approach to get the desired outcome. The photographer's role isn't limited to just clicking your pictures and making a video of your big day, but he can also be of great help in choosing the attire, venue, decoration and a lot more. If he has an eye for detail and his aesthetic aligns with yours, he can be your best advisor to help you pick a set up that will be most flattering in your pictures and videos. If the style of the photographer and the bridegroom does not align, there can be constant tiffs, misunderstanding and the entire process can seem cumbersome and forced with a constant clash of ideas.
It could be a luxurious destination wedding in Jaipur or an intimate gathering at home, choosing the right photographer can help you seal your special day to cherish it for the rest of your life. So make sure that you choose a photographer who will not only make your special day a memorable experience, but will remain a friend for life.