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Don't err on the side of
politeness...or economy...when friends or relatives volunteer to take
your wedding photographs. Get a professional, one who thoroughly
understands lighting techniques and one who is skilled at creatively
capturing the tender, joyous and humorous moments of your wedding and
reception on film.
Hire your photographer early, at least six to twelve months m advance.
Visit their studio, review their portfolio and talk about the pictures
you envision of your wedding. Determine clearly, at this meeting, your
photography budget. Agree on a firm figure for both the deposit and
the final payment and pay both promptly.
Discuss with your photographer the type of wedding you're planning,
the location and time of both the ceremony and reception. Be sure the
photographer reviews considerations regarding lighting. Some churches
and/or temples do not allow extraneous lighting during the ceremony.
One very important issue to discuss with your photography company is
what, where, when and how to capture the "formal portraits." The
consensus of professionals is that taking the formals right after the
ceremony dampens the spontaneity of the reception. Taking the formal
groupings before the ceremony, either with Bride and Groom together or
separately, will allow for a calm and enjoyable photo session and will
allow the couple to enjoy their cocktail party with all of their
family and friends. We strongly suggest that you discuss this question
thoroughly with your photographer and allow their extensive experience
to guide you in deciding the best time for this important photographic
session.
If your wedding party is large, or you have large families, you may
want to appoint a photographic assistant for both families. They
should know everyone in your family by sight and be able to assist the
photographer by making sure all essential family groupings are taken.
Don't forget to inform your photographer of any sensitive situations
in your respective families, such as recently deceased grandparents or
divorced parents, stepparents, etc.
The photography contract is a complex one; be sure you understand
exactly the quantity and size of prints you will be buying, when
proofs will be available, the type of proofs provided, when the
finished work will be ready and how long the negatives will be kept in
the photographer's filing system.
Once you're satisfied that you have conveyed all your wishes to the
photographer, relax and let him fulfill those wishes. A professional
photographer will gently control the formal posing, unobtrusively
capture the candid moments and produce an album that genuinely
reflects the love and happiness you and your families share on your
wedding day.
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