Choosing a wedding photographer is one of the most personal decisions in your wedding planning. Your photos will be the way you remember the day for decades, so it is worth taking your time. Here are ten things to check before you decide.
1. Look at full wedding albums, not just highlights
A portfolio of ten perfect shots can hide inconsistent work. Ask to see one or two complete weddings so you can judge how the photographer handles the entire day.
2. Match the style to your taste
Candid, traditional, editorial and cinematic styles all feel different. Collect a few photos you love and see whether the photographer naturally shoots that way.
3. Ask about experience at your kind of event
A small court wedding, a big Delhi banquet and an outdoor farmhouse function each need different skills and lighting knowledge.
4. Understand what is included
Check the number of photographers, hours of coverage, edited photo count, albums and delivery time in writing.
5. Ask about backup plans
Cameras fail and people fall sick. A professional will have backup equipment and a replacement plan.
6. Check how they work with family
Indian weddings involve large families and many rituals. Good photographers stay calm, polite and unobtrusive.
7. Talk about travel
If you are planning a wedding outside Delhi NCR, ask how travel and stay are handled.
8. Read genuine reviews
Look for detailed reviews and talk to a past couple if you can.
9. Meet or call first
You will spend many hours together on the wedding day. Choose someone you feel comfortable with.
10. Agree everything in a contract
Dates, deliverables, payment schedule and usage of photos should all be written down.
Take your time, compare a few options, and trust your instincts.