the wedding guide
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You’ll always have your wedding day memories, but your photographs will be your keepsakes. They’ll take you back to those butterflyinducing moments and you’ll end up showing them to your children, who will never believe that at one time, you were that young! So take careful steps to make sure the photographer you hire is well prepared to do the job – and it’s the job you want. “It’s important that you have a connection with the photographer,” says April Maness of April Maness Photography. “The wedding day is very busy, it can be hectic, and your photographer will be right there with you for much of it.” “It’s also important to make sure the photographer has the artistic ability to create exactly what you are looking for,” says Julianne Corso of Corso Photgraphy. “Take the time to familiarize yourself with the photographer’s style.” The easiest way to find a photographer is to tap into referrals from friends, families and the vendor list from your venue. During your initial conversations, be sure to discuss your budget, as there are many factors that can influence the cost, including the number of albums and prints you
order. If your photographer is unfamiliar with your venue, make sure she is willing to visit the location ahead of time to get an idea of the layout. This is also a good time to check credentials. “In today’s day and age of digital photography, it’s important to know that you are hiring a true professional,” suggests Corso. Plan on having your photographer with you most of the day, as the trend now is to not only get traditional, portrait-type shots before the ceremony, but to document the day by telling the whole story. “Right now, when it comes to trends, a more photojournalistic approach is in, with brides desiring more candid shots, beginning earlier in the day,” says Maness. “Black and white photos have also remained popular, as the simplicity of the photo really allows you to see the emotions of the moment.” While you’ll have all the professional photos to remember your wedding day, Maness suggests adding a fun element to the reception by considering a photo booth. “This has been a tremendous hit at parties, letting not just the bride and groom, but guests, capture the good time they’re having.”
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