Did you think the day of your wedding you could end up spending longer with the photographer that with your family?
Wedding photography is distinctive in that it’s a vital aspect of your wedding. In contrast to other photographers who perform much the work in camera Your photographer will be often interacting with people close to your.
Your personality and style can influence the mood and energy throughout the day.
Not only do you deserve gorgeous photos, but you also deserve a truly amazing photography experience!
Here are the 3 most important qualities to be looking for in your South Wales wedding photographer.
1. They know your wedding’s vision.
The perfect photographer is one who understands your style and wants.
It is helpful to find someone with the same vibe as what you’re looking for. They understand that you might not desire pictures that are too formal or posey such as, say instead, you want an unposed and organic look.
It’s equally important to find a person who invests the time to understand the values you value to customize your experience.
They can be a guide to you when you are planning to create the perfect photography timeline , and giving you advice about how to appear stunning in your photos.
One way I approach couples I work with is to provide them with an assessment questionnaire. The questionnaire asks them specific questions that are related to the specifics of their wedding , as well as the kind of atmosphere they’re trying to create.
As a result I’m able to prepare for their wedding with an open-mind and in a manner that is in line with their ideals (such is an essential aspect of being relaxed when in front of the camera is having faith! ).
2. They’re encouraging and supportive.
It’s almost as if that they’re your bride’s (or groom) tribe.
You’ll notice the importance of having an experienced photographer an integral part of your team prior to, during and following your wedding day will make an enormous difference.
I joke often with the clients I have worked with about how my aim is to act more like a bridesmaid, or groomsmen at the end the day of their wedding.
For me, it’s important to be there to answer your questions, offer advice on wedding planning and be available when you require me!
The process of planning a wedding isn’t simple (we have experienced it firsthand: Heather and I are working on organizing one of our own! ) I’ll draw on my knowledge to assist you plan your wedding in every way I can.
They can help you build an outline of your timeline
Another indication that a photographer is keen for you to have the most enjoyable impression is the time they go on your timeline together to help you understand the general sequence of your day.
This will help you avoid unnecessary stress and allows you to concentrate on enjoying the moment (because it’s not this what your wedding about anyway? ).
In the same questionnaire that I give to the couples I collaborate with, I ask for the dates and locations for major events that will take place around their wedding.
Based on this information and experience, we are able to develop an outline of the timeline that will allow you to capture stunning photos and be present throughout the day.
They are sensitive to the dynamics of families.
A good photographer will use a plan to capture all the essential family relationships while ensuring that they avoid creating uncomfortable family dynamic.
Although I usually don’t base my use a physical list of shots on that day (I keep a mental list of the things I want to get) I’ll always use one for families when I photograph them.
This will ensure that we don’t lose any of the combinations and allows us to determine the right amount of time in advance to take family photos.
After the photographer and you have built an extremely solid timeline, the next step is it’s time to actually take amazing photos.
3. The photographer at your wedding makes you feel relaxed
Even if you’re not at ease in front of the camera (there’s very few of us who are! ) It’s your photographer’s job to make sure you feel at ease, so that you appear relaxed, and you appear as if you.
A majority of the families I have worked with inform me that they are concerned about two things:
The photos they upload should look candid, with a behind-the scenes impression and not appear unnatural or overly pose-y.
They want to ensure the photographer doesn’t disrespect their guests and family members, or difficult to work with on their wedding day.
So helping you be comfortable is my main goal.
They appreciate creating a genuine connection with them.
I’ve learned that just knowing about yourself and your partner as individuals rather than just as clients is the best method to address both concerns all at once.
This is why I like to use video chats and/or meet up in person rather than an ordinary phone call to discuss wedding plans, and also why I recommend having an engagement photo shoot prior to your wedding if you can.
Making time to chat and get to know each other is the most effective method to make sure that you are at ease when you are in front of the camera. This will naturally result in genuine, candid photos.
It’s bound to be fun to work with them!
A good photographer will make you make you feel more like a wedding guest rather than an additional vendor.
(Remember you’ll find them constantly talking to the people who are near to you.)
You wish to have them as an anchor that is calm and positive rather than a source of excessive stress.
