By Fernando Castillo
Photography is one of the vital things in a wedding rite. Since the wedding ceremony only lasts for a couple of hours, it is crucial for you to have 1 or 2 photos to preserve your big day. Hiring a professional photographers is really expensive, but you can't remove them from your marriage list since they're those who will capture your once-only event. But the happy news is that you can make a wedding photography budget, which will be useful in saving you lots of bucks. There are just a few ways for you to economize but without compromising your wedding. Below are the ideas which will help you stick to your budget.
1. Ask your friends and family about their past photographers
Searching for a mate or people that have previously hired a wedding snapper is a smart idea. Sometimes, a photographer referred by a friend will give you a discount, but if you're fortunate to have someone in your own family who knows about photography, then they might give their service for free.
2. Photography scholars
It may be a little more dicey to ask a photography student to capture the largest event in your life. Though they're just students and have less experience, they are full of original ideas and energy. They are also not scared to try some new things. Except for you to be certain that they are going to do best, you can try for a sample photo-shoot. And because they aren't yet professionals, you can have it an a price below the average market cost.
3. Hire for posed shots
Although you do not have a pro paparazzo, there are lots in the family who will bring their own camera. And because of that, there will be more candid pictures for you to choose from. This could surely help you to stick to your wedding photography budget.
4. Search around
If you don't have somebody in the family who knows photography or maybe even a student photographer, then your next option is to search around. You will let photographers have a bidding. Due to their competitors, they'll surely lower their prices for them to match their competitor's cost. But to avoid hiring bad quality photographers, you could ask to see their portfolio.
5. Check the photographer's certifications
You have to check out your photographer's credentials to be sure that they will be able to give you an excellent service. You can also ask them for a better package at a cheaper price.
6. Ask a chum
Asking a mate who is a cameraman can a smart idea. This way, you will be so sure that you are engaging a professional cameraman that won't ruin your big day. But another brilliant idea is to ask your friend to make shoots for you. A charming mixture of professional photos and ad-hoc photos will surely have a great mix and match to your marriage album.
7. Purchase your album
Making your own album is a smart idea for the couple; this will make your photo album more customized and exciting. You can also ask the negatives of your photos from your photographers and print them yourself. Making your own album will create more memories to treasure.
These are a selection of the techniques on the right way to stick to your budget when contracting a wedding snapper.
1. Ask your friends and family about their past photographers
Searching for a mate or people that have previously hired a wedding snapper is a smart idea. Sometimes, a photographer referred by a friend will give you a discount, but if you're fortunate to have someone in your own family who knows about photography, then they might give their service for free.
2. Photography scholars
It may be a little more dicey to ask a photography student to capture the largest event in your life. Though they're just students and have less experience, they are full of original ideas and energy. They are also not scared to try some new things. Except for you to be certain that they are going to do best, you can try for a sample photo-shoot. And because they aren't yet professionals, you can have it an a price below the average market cost.
3. Hire for posed shots
Although you do not have a pro paparazzo, there are lots in the family who will bring their own camera. And because of that, there will be more candid pictures for you to choose from. This could surely help you to stick to your wedding photography budget.
4. Search around
If you don't have somebody in the family who knows photography or maybe even a student photographer, then your next option is to search around. You will let photographers have a bidding. Due to their competitors, they'll surely lower their prices for them to match their competitor's cost. But to avoid hiring bad quality photographers, you could ask to see their portfolio.
5. Check the photographer's certifications
You have to check out your photographer's credentials to be sure that they will be able to give you an excellent service. You can also ask them for a better package at a cheaper price.
6. Ask a chum
Asking a mate who is a cameraman can a smart idea. This way, you will be so sure that you are engaging a professional cameraman that won't ruin your big day. But another brilliant idea is to ask your friend to make shoots for you. A charming mixture of professional photos and ad-hoc photos will surely have a great mix and match to your marriage album.
7. Purchase your album
Making your own album is a smart idea for the couple; this will make your photo album more customized and exciting. You can also ask the negatives of your photos from your photographers and print them yourself. Making your own album will create more memories to treasure.
These are a selection of the techniques on the right way to stick to your budget when contracting a wedding snapper.
About the Author:
Fernie Castillo is very experienced in wedding photography in El Paso. He uses a photojournalistic approach that makes him one of the greatest wedding photographers in El Paso.