subject: Wedding Photography: What Makes A Good Destination Photographer? [print this page] If you are like many brides in the U.SIf you are like many brides in the U.S. who want to have an exotic wedding abroad, it can be difficult to plan when it comes to your wedding day photographer. Where should you look? What questions should you ask? How do you get started? I have some suggestions to give you a jump start on finding the best photographer for your destination wedding.
Where Do I Hire Someone?
The first question to ask yourself when beginning the search for a destination wedding photographer is, "Do I want someone from the U.S. or someone on location?" There are good things and bad things about both of these. For example, if you choose someone from the U.S., make sure they already have a valid U.S. Passport. If they do not, you could be in a bind since it takes weeks to apply and receive one. Hiring someone local can often mean that the lines of communication are easier and more open since you are in the same place.
On the flip side, if you hire someone on location, this person will already be familiar with the area. With hiring a person from your exotic location, you will not have to pay any travel fees, such as flights or accommodations. One of the most important, and often overlooked, things is that they will know what kind of electrical requirements the country has. This is important because if you hire someone from the U.S., they must know what is compatible with their equipment. So, you may end up with a photographer who can't shoot because they have no battery life for their equipment.
Ask Around
One of the best ways to learn about what and who is good is to ask around. Try searching for "destination wedding photographers" in Google and see what you find. Read articles and forums on the internet to see what real brides have said about their experiences. Get in touch with the venue your are being wed at and see if they have a list of vendors they recommend. Research the pricing also when doing this. Make sure you know how much you want to spend and invest before you are presented with the costs. Knowing what your budget is before ever seeing a dollar sign can help you be more comfortable with choosing a photographer.
Plan Ahead
All wedding days can create chaos and confusion. Have a list of shots that you want the photographer to capture at your destination. For the family, bridal party, and bride and groom shots, let the photographer know exactly where and when you want these photos to commence. Give a time frame of when you want the photos to be taken, before or after the ceremony. When people travel, things can often become very unorganized. Make out a plan for the photographer, yourself, and the wedding party, and you should get all the shots you want.
Don't Forget To Have Fun
No matter how stressful things can be, remember what is important: you are getting married to the person you love at the location of your dreams. No matter if you get married near an exotic waterfall or on the coast of Africa, this day is about the vision you had for your destination wedding. The photographer's lens will always be aimed somewhere around you, so be sure to put on your prettiest smile and have fun! The less you pay attention to the photographer (when not in the formal photos) the more you will get the wedding pictures that show the real personality of you. The more you plan ahead for yourself the for the photographer, the more you will be able to relax once the big day rolls around.
Wedding Photography: What Makes A Good Destination Photographer?
By: raychlesearfoss
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