How To Choose The Best Tampa Wedding Photographer

By Cathy Mercer


A couple's wedding day is a meaningful event that merits being captured in high quality photographs to forever serve as a reminder of this special occasion. Pictures are only as good as the one taking them, so it is essential to hire a gifted photographer. When choosing a Tampa wedding photographer, these key points should be taken into consideration.

Looking for a good photographer should be a top priority once a wedding date is set, as the best ones can fill their schedules one year in advance. The busiest times for weddings are Saturdays, and springtime, if getting married then, one should secure their day six months to one year before, but other times of the year, booking six months ahead should be sufficient. The couple also has to first figure out what their budget for photography is as well.

Most couples will easily come across the most popular photographers, as they tend to self-promote more often. Asking others who are involved in the preparations, such as a wedding planner or a friend or relative to recommend someone is another way to find someone. Professional studios are usually listed on the internet as well.

Making a list of several to consider is the first step. Then, the couple needs to research these individually in a number of ways to choose the one which is most suitable. They should have websites with examples of their work people can look at to decide if their quality, style, and price is a good match. If they have references, calling them is a good idea, as is checking out their standing with the Better Business Bureau.

The couple should then stop by in person and meet with these photographers. At this time, they will have access to the full portfolio of their work, and should be sure to request mostly examples of weddings. The quality of the prints should be noted, as well as the general tone and style conveyed in them.

Learning a bit more information about the extent of this studio's experience in photographing weddings is advisable. What matters most is how much actual experience they have with shooting weddings, not in the field of photography in general. Asking how many weddings they have done is reasonable.

It's advisable to also find out which equipment will be used. If film is used, one should make sure the studio only works with professional grade, and if they use digital photography, image should be 8 megapixels or larger. Film is known for producing better enlargements, while digital is readily duplicated and easier to work with. The photographer should bring an assistant to help and have extra equipment in case of a mechanical failure.

The couple will need to agree on which Tampa wedding photographer who is free on their chosen date, has the style they are looking for. They must then discuss prices with this person and be sure to get everything in writing. The contract will be signed by both parties and must precisely state the services being paid for. If couples are sure to follow these pointers, they will have a better chance of having a positive photography experience.




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