Wedding Photo Ideas

Lights, Camera, Action, every bride and groom wants their pictures to reflect who they are and the essence of their wedding day.

They look to their photographer to capture every detail, emotion, and to have their wedding photo ideas turn into a reality.

The first order of business is to decide if your budget will permit you to hire a professional photographer and/or videographer. My ideas will definitely help whether you choose to hire a professional, or ask a friend or family member to take your pictures.

If you are hiring a professional, ask your friends, the catering hall manager, or a recently married coworker for recommendations. Check the Internet, photography shops in your area, and local yellow pages.

Make an appointment to interview several potential photographers and have a list of prepared questions to ask the photographer. Discuss what types of pictures you are looking for, black and white, color or a combination of both.

Another wedding photo idea to consider is that, some photographers charge for the time they spend with you on your wedding day and will give you their film or proofs and you can decide which pictures you want and how you want to have them printed; other photographers charge by the package that you choose.

Review their package plans pricing policy carefully. How much of a deposit do they require, what is their policy if your wedding date changes or is cancelled?

Ask the photographer if guests can order pictures directly, and what the costs are.

Tipping is optional, and photographers will usually graciously accept a gratuity.

When signing the contract make certain all the details are clearly spelled out. Check to see if there is a clause that gives the photographer the right to send a different photographer than the one you contracted for. Ask your photographer if they have public liability and professional indemnity insurance.

One of the most important wedding photo ideas that I recommend if you are hiring a photographer is to READ YOUR CONTRACT CAREFULLY.

If you are the type of couple that wants a lot of pictures, place disposable flash camera on each table. Prior to your wedding assign someone to gather up all the cameras and ask them to have the pictures developed while you are on your honeymoon. You can then enjoy your pictures when you return.

Take a look at the following unusual shots and decide if any of these wedding photo ideas suite you: