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Hiring a photographer for a big event such as a wedding can be a quiet daunting task for anyone. And someone within your budget can be even more cumbersome. Often people tell a relative, friend or colleague to click photographs on their wedding but end up being disappointed. It is only a professional and skilled wedding photographer that can produce the finest outcomes in capturing the special moments because they know the ABC of photography.

Pointers to Consider while Hiring a Photographer

Unlike the yesteryears, today finding a wedding photographer has become an easy task because of their easy and wide availability. There are different sources of finding such photographers such as online, phone book, billboards, newspapers, and referrals. But to make the best deal, you need to consider a few factors namely,

Patience and Time- Remember it is your wedding, so you cannot afford to take hasty decisions. Take your time, be patient and look for every option available.

Be Specific- While looking for a photographer you need to consider three key factors namely personality, price, and style.

Style- Wedding photographers are available in different styles such as photojournalism, traditional, formal, candid and more. On the one hand, some photographers will offer just one style while others will offer all styles and use it into the wedding day coverage. This rests on the needs. At the time of checking the portfolio of the photographer asks to see their full wedding coverage.

Personality- Meet the photographer in person to check if your personality matches. Get someone who is friendly and personable so that they can get along with all well. Arrange for a casual meeting and discuss the wedding in general. Avoid getting sold on their services.

Price- It is wise to invest about 10% of the whole wedding budget on photography.

Some wedding photographers offer packages which will include just everything right from the coverage, album up to the final prints. While there are some that provide an all-inclusive al la carte cost. Should you be on a budget, it will be the right choice.

For best results buy a wedding album on your own because if you buy it from a photographer they will charge you double the cost. After gathering the required information and shortlisting them, contact them and discuss your needs. You can examine the details over the phone and let them create a contract that you can review and sign.

Avoid paying any deposit till reviewing and signing a contract. Thoroughly read the agreement. Every service that they offer must be written and should be inclusive of the payment schedule and the price. When it comes to their cancellation policy make a clear note about it. Always book the service at least a month before the D-Day to avoid unnecessary hassles at the last minute. When you choose a good photographer, you are sure they will turn up on the final day and on time.

About the author: Donna Johnson is a professional wedding photographer with over more than 10 years' experience. She captures truly beautiful moments of couple's unique love on their special day and beyond.