I thought I should compile a list of tips for couples who are looking to book in the photography for their big day.

• Who will be your photographer? – Often studios farm out work to photographers they hire on a casual basis. Sometimes even advertising for photographers with no wedding experience! Make sure you confirm exactly who will be your photographer.
• Ask to view an entire wedding or album. A portfolio is just a selection of a photographer’s best photos. Usually a wedding portfolio is just the best image from each wedding. You want more than one photo you love.
• What type of wedding photography do you want? Classic? Documentary? Some photographers will stop a wedding ceremony to ensure a photo is perfect. Some people want this, for others this may be annoying.
• Contract-Make sure everything you have paid for is laid out in a contract which has been signed by the photographer. Do not sign anything unless you are happy.
• Ownership and reproduction-A wedding photography package might seem like a bargain until you see the print prices. Are you authorised to make your own prints or put them online?  It’s 2012, people view and share photos in a different way now. Don’t risk your memories being held hostage to exorbitant print prices.
• Ask questions about the weddings you are shown- With so many people buying digital SLR cameras, there are many out there posing as professional photographers, using photos from their friend’s weddings in their portfolios, or hiring models to prepare a portfolio.
• Beware of “equipment lists”-why would a professional photographer need to list the equipment they use? Having a professional grade camera does not make a person a professional photographer.

There are many things to look for, but here is a quick list to get you started. Weddings are always prone to surprises, only by hiring a professional will you ensure that the photos from your wedding are in trusted hands. Cameras die during the kiss, memory cards run out while the ring is being put on, make sure you hire someone who knows this and has a plan in place to guarantee your wedding photography.

The basic package includes;

• Arrival and Wedding Ceremony Photography
• One HourPost-Ceremony Photo Shoot with relatives and bridal party
• 2 Photographers covering the wedding to capture the important moments.
• 30 Images retouched and colour corrected.
• Everything shot in high-resolution jpg’s on a DVD.

Price: $2500

In addition to the basic package, the following add-ons can be arranged.

• pre-wedding ‘engagement’ shoot, for wedding invite photos, or to show at the wedding
• photo booth at your wedding, for guests to get fun photos
• preparations photography for the bride and groom
• extended locations shoots at locations of your choice
• reception photography
• extra image editing
• professional museum-grade canvas printing
• bound wedding albums

To make an inquiry or booking, please use the contact page or call 0439 165 818

Whether you are holding an exclusive product launch, or increasing brand awareness with a public event, professional photos help reach even more people through traditional and social media.

I am an experienced commercial and press photographer, and can meet any deadlines you may have.

Please use the contact page or call 0439 165 818 to book your event.

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