Choosing the Right Wedding Photographer for You | Melinda Anita Photography, Wedding Photographer in the Hudson Valley

To really have your wedding come together, one of the challenging things that couples have to deal with is choosing the right vendors to make their day special. You need the right photographer to capture every one of the beautiful moments created, so you can always relive them each time you flip through your wedding album. Here are the top four things to consider when choosing the right photographer to capture your wedding day!

1 – Style

Before you choose your photographer for your wedding, you want to determine the style that you like. In the photography world, some photographers may be true to color, dark and moody, or light and airy. This is a distinct style that the photographer has when looking at all their photos. You want to pick someone whose style of photography matches what you want for your wedding day. You want the style of the images to be reflective of you and your partner. Ask yourself, can I see myself in these photos? Also, some photographers may have a more candid or photojournalistic style of photography - so you want to be sure to ask to see full wedding galleries to see if the types of photos they are presenting online are consistent with what they are delivering to clients. After everything is said and done on your wedding day, the only thing you have left are your photographs so you want to be sure you do your research on picking the photographer whose style matches what you are looking for.

2 – Personality

I personally believe that the kind of personality a photographer has is reflected in the work they produce. I definitely encourage you to meet your photographer before the wedding to make sure their personality matches the vibe you would like for your wedding pictures. Remember, this person is going to spend one of the biggest days of your life with you. You want to work with someone who is approachable, friendly, and down-to-earth. You want to feel comfortable and confident that they are going to capture your wedding the way you want it. Someone who can make you and your guests feel at ease and blend in and capture the day naturally as it unfolds.

3 – References & Reviews

Another thing you should consider when trying to find the right photographer for your wedding is to look for references, from friends or other relatives. A photographer who has a good work history with your friends and family gives you the confidence to trust that they would be the perfect fit for your wedding. You also want to read reviews online to see the experience that other couples have had with them.

4 – Experience

The experience of a photographer is probably one of the most important aspects of choosing the right photographer. Taking photos of the day is just one aspect of being a wedding photographer. The necessary experience and the capacity to perform and remain focused under pressure is also an important part of the job. You want someone who is organized and can make sure that you are following a timeline and can get all the photos you want and make the most of your wedding day. You want someone who has covered weddings in the past and has the knowledge of the flow of a wedding day to make your day as smooth and enjoyable as possible.

After the “I do’s,” the bouquet tossing, the cake cutting, and the dances are over, the only way to treasure the memories from your wedding day is through photos that you love. So be sure to take time time to research your photographer and find someone whose style and vision matches what you want for your wedding day!