This week I have been mostly... talking to couples about weddings. And a question that keeps cropping up is "how far in advance should we book our photographer?" Its a tricky question because the business side of my brain is shouting "Me, Me" and "Now, Now"!!
But the reality is slightly more complicated. We always say to couples that, despite what the lists in wedding magazines might say, there are just three key criteria to consider when booking: style, personality and budget - in that order. Most photographers will have their own way of approaching a wedding shoot and its really difficult to step out of that and shoot in a different style, so you must love the pictures being shown to you. You've really got to like the photographer and be willing to trust them - they are sharing a big part of your day and if your personalities clash after five minutes it certainly won't get better after an eight hour shoot - especially with all the emotion and excitement of a wedding day! The day is too special to compromise with an obnoxious photographer, however low their price, so don't compromise in this key area. And finally, there is a budget. What can I say? You get what you pay for, I guess, so buy the best you can afford...
So when should you book? Well, if you've found someone who ticks those three boxes, book them asap - a year to go or a week to go, just book because it would be a real shame to find a perfect match and then miss out. But don't compromise - if you haven't found someone who really inspires you with their creativity don't panic, keep looking and definitely come and talk to us.
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