Allister's Advice on Planning A Wedding
Planning a wedding can be a daunting but exciting task and choosing a wedding photographer is just one element. After many years of wedding photography, there are plenty of wedding tips that can be shared with couples planning a dream wedding. Here are just a few from established wedding photographer Allister Freeman:
- Take time to find and meet wedding photographers whose style reflects what you are looking for. Read more into Allister's documentary wedding photography.
- Make sure you like the person you select and approve of their approach. Get to know your photographer more by reading their blog, here are a few articles to start with: Perception of good wedding photography / Quality over quantity / Ethos and approach
- Take a good look at the quality of the photographer's work. Like what they do. Their wedding portfolio should show a range of photography from different weddings.
- Do you like the selection of wedding albums and other materials available for displaying the photographs? Is it of high enough quality to reflect the investment you are making in your wedding photography?
- Does the service provided suit your budget?
- Take time to find the right venue, visit as many as you need to and ask for references.
- Ask your wedding photographer to prepare a time plan. Many specialist wedding venues regulate the time set aside for formal group photography; be realistic about how many group photographs are necessary. As a rule of thumb eight group shots will take thirty minutes - provided all wedding guests are there who should be.
- Allow plenty of time for the less formal reportage coverage and you will get those fabulous wedding photographs you hoped for.
- Finally, enjoy yourself and you will both look great in the photographs!
Every inch of the service we received was professional, with a personal touch. All our desires and ideals were established and turned into reality on the day...we are so thrilled with our wedding pictures; they are exactly what we had hoped for!
