How To Choose The Right Wedding Photographer
Choosing who will take your wedding photos is one of the biggest and most important decisions you'll ever make! There are millions of different wedding photographers out there. There are likely hundreds just in your local area. We know how hard it can be to find the perfect photographer for your Asian wedding! Rather than swaying in a sea of uncertainty, we've put together some simple yet effective ways you can narrow down your shortlist and finally decide on the perfect wedding photographer for your Asian wedding. Here we go...
Find Your Style
Every wedding photographer will specialise in a particular style. You'll also find yourself drawn to some photography styles over others.
Maybe you'll fall in love with traditional formal photographs, or you might favour a more fun and contemporary approach. There are loads to choose from!
Look over the different styles of wedding photography and decide which you like best. There's no point being like a kid in a candy shop who wants it all. You need to refine to decide!
As annoying as this might be, it can actually be a lot of fun! Spend some time looking on the internet at different photography styles and see which beautiful weddings catch your eye.
One type of photography will stand out to you and that’s how you know it’s the perfect fit for your Asian wedding!
Look At Reviews And Testimonials
Reviews and testimonials are a great way to testify to a photographer's skills and understand more about them as people. You want a friend in a photographer, not just images.
Your wedding photographer must understand the vision and meaning of your Asian wedding. After all, this is the most special day of your life!
Testimonials will make sure you can trust the service you're paying for, testify to the skills set they appear to attain and learn more about the experience of working with them more broadly. In short, read reviews, they’ll tell you essential information about who you’re hiring!
Go by recommendations too, if you know someone that has has hired a great photographer recently, is a testimonial in itself. Going by the number of Instagram followers is not always a sure way to gauge customer service.
Look At Their Previous Work
Another way to ensure you're choosing the right photographer for you is by looking at their previous work.
A picture speaks a thousand words! An old cliche, but it's true! When you're hiring a visual service, nothing is going to prove better than the image itself.
Take a look at the photographer's previous work, is this how you've always dreamed of showcasing and capturing your special day?
Does the editorial align with your personal taste and aesthetics? You can gauge a lot from a photograph, you should feel excited and enthusiastic about this creativework; this excitement is what’s going to tell you if they're the right photographer for you!"
Communicate With Them
Communication really is key, you need to make sure your photographer understands you. They need to understand your emotions and how you want your wedding to be captured. After you've discovered a photographer whose work you love, and who has great reviews, you need to reach out to them. From the beginning, their communication and attitude will give you an inclination as to whether they're the right photographer for you. We recommend arranging a meeting, whether in person or virtual, to ensure they understand your needs and desires, and that you all get on well! There's nothing worse than an awkward first meeting! Eliminate this possibility by communicating with them early on and seeing if you click.
So…
Hiring your wedding photographer is a big decision. You need to give yourself the time and patience to find the perfect photographer for you and your wedding day. All couples and weddings are different, which means there are numerous different styles of Asian wedding photography. Make sure you discover the perfect style for your wedding and location.
Your wedding photos are going to be part of your life as well as the lives of those closest to you. For many, wedding photos become an important family heirloom. There's a lot of meaning behind wedding photographs, and so, a lot of pressure to ensure you hire the right person to do the job. Take your time, make sure you look over different portfolios, reach out to lots of photographers and choose the perfect person to capture your special day.