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Questions to ask your potential Wedding Photographer


No idea where to start? Feel like you're missing something? Here's a list of questions you can ask your potential photographer! Of course do not limit yourself to these questions, the more informed you and the photographer are the better.



First ask if your date is available, if the photographer is already committed to an event that day there is no sense taking time out of yours to put thought into a message that will ultimately go no where.  So once it's established they are available here are some other ideas:

Will you be the one personally shooting the wedding?
Is photography your main focus?
What areas of photography do you specialize in?
How would you describe your style?
Do you require a contract?
Are you insured?
Can we meet before the wedding?
What is your preferred method of contact?
How many weddings have you done in the past?
How many weddings do you commit to in a year?
How long after the wedding will I see images?
How long after the wedding until all the images are delivered?
How many images can I expect to receive?
How are the images delivered?
How many hours are in my package , what is all included?
Can I customize a package?
What happens if the wedding goes longer than planned?
Are engagement sessions included?
Do you have assistants?
Do you have back up equipment?
Can I provide a list of specific shots?
Do you require a deposit and how much? timing for other payments?
What is the plan/policy if problems were to arise on the event day or after?
Do you have any travel or other additional expenses?
Who has rights to the images and what are they in terms of online publication?
What are your expectations of us (the couple)?



Overwhelmed yet? Don't be, just take your time and do your homework. Any suggestions for other questions to ask? Feel free to leave them in the comments!





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