So you’re getting married and looking for a photographer to capture all the special moments of your big day. With so many options available, it can be difficult to know where to start or what details matter most when deciding who will shoot your wedding. Here are some key tips for finding the perfect wedding photographer to make sure your wedding album is everything you dreamed it would be!

Budget

Before making any decisions on which photographer to hire, it’s important to first decide on an overall budget for photography. Keep in mind that wedding photography is often one of the larger investments when it comes to planning a wedding, as there are many costs associated with the equipment, skill-level, printouts and albums needed for a successful job. So it’s essential that you have this squared away before even considering individual photographers or packages. It’s always better if the couple can come into negotiations with some idea of how much they’re willing to spend – this will save time in researching photographers who could potentially be out of their price range.

Choosing A Style

The next step in selecting a photographer is determining what style best fits your aesthetic as a couple. Do you prefer traditional shots? Or do edgier documentary-style photos appeal more? Knowing what kind of photos you’d like ahead of time can help narrow down your list of potential candidates faster. Take time reviewing each potential photographer’s portfolio and seeing if their style matches what you had envisioned for your own wedding photography experience.

Location & Timeline

A good photographer should always take into account two key elements when shooting weddings: location and timeline. There may well be amazing backdrops near your venue that are perfect for capturing memories from your big day – but equally important is making sure there is enough time allocated within the schedule of events on the day itself so the bride and groom have adequate time with the photographer (as well as other vendors). Make sure you go over expected timings with whomever you choose ultimately so everyone knows exactly when they need to arrive and what parts of the day they should expect to capture – as last minute changes aren’t ideal for achieving great shots due to limited natural light or wind conditions etc.

Fee Structures & Packages

Finally, when choosing a wedding photographer make sure you understand how different fee structures or packages work before committing solely based on cost. While cheaper options may sound appealing upfront, oftentimes these don’t deliver digital copies so couples end up paying extra after receiving prints from these vendors which may not meet their expectations in terms of quality or availability etc. On the other hand however pricier packages could offer multiple photographers at once which helps couples get more coverage throughout their full wedding experience. Really research each package diligently as this is ultimately where couples can really reduce expenses by negotiating more value than just price alone! Finding the perfect wedding photographer doesn’t need to be hard – with careful consideration towards budget, style, location/timeline and fee structure/packages couples can find someone who will create beautiful images that both partners love!

Bailey Jack Photography offers a variety of wedding collections to fit each couple’s needs. We serve Central Texas weddings including: the Austin area, Bryan – College Station, and Beyond!