You’ve found the right place if you are looking for the perfect photographer to capture your special day. This article on How to Find the Right Wedding Photographer on Your Big Day gives tips on what to watch out for and how to book the best wedding photographer.
Wedding photography is a more difficult vendor to choose from than other elements like food, decor, and entertainment. You can’t easily judge them. You usually know what you will receive once your wedding is over. It would be way too late if I were you!
Many people wonder what the secret is to find the best wedding photographers.
Wedding photographers can be found in the UK after thorough planning, research, and more. Consider aspects such as the photographer’s level of expertise, artistic vision, and personal working style.
Find out more about wedding photographers in the UK by reading this helpful guide.
Get Referrals
Putting your first trust in a photographer takes a lot of courage. There are better directions than booking someone blindly.
Referrals about wedding photography in the UK can be obtained from friends, family, social media sites, and even other photographers. Let others share their experiences with you. Please write down the positives and negatives, then see how they balance. If the photographer’s recommendations are reasonable, you can be sure you’re in great hands.
Research the Photography Industry
When looking for the best wedding photographers, it is essential to do your research. Start by looking at reviews from newlywed couples in the UK (see my Weddings page for some testimonials) and browse local and far-flung photographers. Many, including myself, will cover the majority of the UK.
Browse blogs, websites, and other resources to learn about UK-based photographers. You can get a feel for their work by checking out wedding photos they have taken and how they tell a tale. You can better understand their style by reading through their blogs. They may explain why they chose certain shots or what kind of images they took.
You should also pay attention to the design and layout of their website, as this can give you hints about their professionalism, sensibility, and personality.
You can also see their most recent work by looking at their Twitter Pages and Facebook Profiles.
This is one of the biggest compliments I get in my field. It’s a great compliment when a couple contacts me to say they researched many wedding photographers before choosing me. Andrew and Victoria told me this when I was their Cotswolds wedding photographer.
Face to face (or Skype).
There needs to be more than the looks of a wedding photographer to choose the best one. Meeting your photographer in person or via Skype is the best way.
Arrange an interview if the photographer’s costs align with your budget and you like their website. Remember to call them if they are available for your wedding date! Many photographers, including myself, book out years in advance. You don’t want to waste time looking for the perfect photographer only to discover they are already booked!
In-person meetings are meant to give you a closer look at their work and capabilities. You can see if your personalities are similar when you talk. Be bold and discuss your expectations, the venue styles you want to include, and your vision for photography on your wedding day.
Connect with Your Photographer
It would help never to underestimate the importance of your relationship with your photographer. Consider whether the photographer wants to bring your vision to life. Is the photographer’s advice presented clearly and concisely? How professional are their working methods? Is your photographer listening to you?
To me, knowing who my photographer is is very important. You will be surrounded by a stranger all day on one of the most intimate occasions of your life. I like to get to know my couples so we can be comfortable on the big day. This helps to create authentic images and the flow of the event.
