Requests for the photographer

Our photographer sent me an email with lots of detail questions such as times, locations, who to photograph, group shots, specific shots wanted. If you haven’t discussed the details of the day with your photographer, you should arrange a meeting, unless they want to do it via email.

I think it doesn’t hurt to mention the angle you prefer. Photographers aim to please and it’s not an outrageous request. It just might not be possible to always take pictures at that angle.

Thankyou ladies, I’ve already hired my photographer. I’ve just heard of final meetings before the wedding that outline the details. So I’ll have to do some pimteresting and I’ll probably shoot her a message asking if there’s anythung else she needs to know

I ask multiple questions and let her know your concerns! they will work with you and your requests.

-If they book multiple events each day

-experience, if they can't make it what will happen

-estimate of photos

-section shooter

-tell them what parts of the wedding you want photographed

-albums if they have examples they could bring if you even want that

When talking to photographers I find it's always good to ask how many weddings they shoot in a weekend so that you can know if they are going to be worn out from working other weddings.

I asked my photographer what her favorite wedding photos are to take. I think that is important to know so that you have a feel for their personality and style.

If you would like certain angles or posing just say so. Your photographer wants you to be happy with your wedding photos and I am sure they will not mind your request. Just don't dwell on having every photo taken of you to be I that angle, since that would be a very hard task for them.

Good luck!

I don’t think it would be weird to ask for certain angles I think it’s a good idea to go over that with your photographer.
I would ask how long after the wedding will you get your photos and if you can give them a list of specific shots you want?
Really anything that’s on your mind you should ask! I’m going to make sure I have a full understanding of our package, who our photographer’s second shooter will be, ensure I know the time they will be there and what time they will leave, any payment and billing questions, photo locations (I know she has some places in mind and so do we) and just go over the types of photos we like, like I really love candid photos so I want to make sure she knows that. I’ll be keeping an open mind and letting her do her thing because I trust her so I’ll want to hear what her plan/advice is.

Don't be afraid to ask for anything! You are hiring them for a service you will be paying good money for! And if you have certain things that make you more comfortable in photos that is HUGELY important!

If you're comfortable with it even mention the concern you have about your nose and they might be able to help! I have a similar issue with my arms and I've had photographers really help me out to make sure I looked and felt my best!

For photo inspiration honestly I'd say check out pinterest! Just search for "wedding photos" and you can get TONS of lists of standard/cute/romantic/funny ideas that you can bring to your photographer! They've done wedding before I'm sure they are full of ideas to help capture your day in the best ways possible!

Just don't forget! If there is something you REALLY want! Just ask! You'll regret it if you dont!

No question is a stupid question! That’s what my future mother in law told me. And it has stuck. I’d ask her anything that comes to mind! I’m meeting with a potential photographer this coming Thursday and my questions I have lined up are basic ones. Asking about packages, how many hours we get he/she for. If they usually bring a second photographer (that’s always great when they do, cover more ground= more pictures), ask to see an album or portfolio of previous entire wedding, then you’ll be able to get a realistic view of what the photographers ability’s are. How many wedding they book a year.(gives a feel of how busy). How many shots you get. Also if packages include engagement shoots(if you haven’t already got) mine do!

Im also going to be giving her a heads up that I’m not camera shy(hey, I’m not!) so I do want specific sides and shots taken with my fiancé, I don’t think it’s a big deal to ask, it’s your day and at the end of it, you only have the memories & photos!