I'll try and find a thread that's been on here hun and bump for you x

Bumped a thread, hope it helps x

These are the questions I took from another thread I think that I can't find now (I think it was a different thread to the one I bumped). I used these.


Questions to ask the photographer:


The Basics

1.Do you have my date available? NOTE: Obviously, if the answer is NO and you’re not willing or able to change your date, don’t bother asking the rest of these questions.

2.How far in advance do I need to book with you?

3.How long have you been in business?

4.How many weddings have you shot? Have you done many that were similar to mine in size and style?

5.How would you describe your photography style (e.g. traditional, photojournalistic, creative)? NOTE: It’s helpful to know the differences between wedding photography styles so that you can discuss your preferences with your photographer. For descriptions of the various styles, click here.

6.How would you describe your working style? NOTE: The answer should help you determine whether this is a photographer who blends into the background and shoots what unfolds naturally, or creates a more visible presence by taking charge and choreographing shots.

7.What do you think distinguishes your work from that of other photographers?

8.Do you have a portfolio I can review? Are all of the images yours, and is the work recent?

9.What type of equipment do you use?

10.Are you shooting in digital or film format or both? NOTE: The general consensus seems to be that either format yields excellent photos in the hands of an experienced professional, and that most people can’t tell the difference between film or digital images anyway. For more info on the two formats check out the following:

11.Do you shoot in color and black & white? Both? Infrared? NOTE: Photographers who shoot in a digital format can make black & white or sepia versions of color photos.

12.Can I give you a list of specific shots we would like?

13.Can you put together a slideshow of the engagement session (along with other photos the couple provides) and show it during the cocktail hour? What about an “instant” slideshow of the ceremony?

14.What information do I need to provide you before the wedding day?

15.Have you ever worked with my florist? DJ? Coordinator, etc.? NOTE: Some vendors have great working relationships that help things go smoothly. It’s especially helpful if your videographer and photographer work well together.

16.May I have a list of references? NOTE: The photographer should not hesitate to provide this.



The Shoot

17.Are you the photographer who will shoot my wedding? If so, will you have any assistants with you on that day? If not, who will be taking the pictures and can I meet them before my wedding? NOTE: You should ask the questions on this list of whoever is going to be the primary photographer at your event, and that photographer’s name should be on your contract.

18.Do you have backup equipment? What about a backup plan if you (or my scheduled photographer) are unable to shoot my wedding for some reason?

19.If my wedding site is out of your area, do you charge a travel fee and what does that cover?

20.Are you photographing other events on the same day as mine?

21.How will you (and your assistants) be dressed? NOTE: The photographer and his/her staff should look professional and fit in with the style of your event.

22.Is it okay if other people take photos while you’re taking photos?

23.Have you ever worked at my wedding site before? If not, do you plan to check it out in advance? NOTE: Photographers who familiarize themselves with a location ahead of time will be prepared for any lighting issues or restrictions, and will know how best to incorporate the site’s architectural elements into the photos.

24.What time will you arrive at the site and for how long will you shoot?

25.If my event lasts longer than expected, will you stay? Is there an additional charge?


Packages, Proofs and Prints

26.What packages do you offer?

27.Can I customize a package based on my needs?

28.Do you include engagement photos in your packages?

29.What type of album designs do you offer? Do you provide any assistance in creating an album?

30.Do you provide retouching, color adjustment or other corrective services?

31.How long after the wedding will I get the proofs? Will they be viewable online? On a CD?

32.What is the ordering process?

33.How long after I order my photos/album will I get them?

34.Will you give me the negatives or the digital images, and is there a fee for that?


Contracts and Policies

35.When will I receive a written contract? TIP: Don’t book a photographer—or any vendor—who won’t provide a written contract.

36.How much of a deposit do you require and when is it due? Do you offer a payment plan?

37.What is your refund/cancellation policy?

38.Do you have liability insurance?


Questions to ask yourself:

1.Do I feel a connection with this photographer as well as his/her photos? Are our personalities a good match?

2.Am I comfortable with this person’s work and communication style?

3.Has this photographer listened well and addressed all my concerns?

Check references. Ask the photographer for at least 5 references, preferably of couples whose wedding was similar to yours in size and/or style. Getting feedback from several people who have actually hired the photographer in question can really help you decide if that person is right for you.

No worries. Good luck! Hope meeting photographers goes well and you find the perfect team xx

the copyright issue was the only thing i knew i needed to ask :)
just had the meeting and went well :) got another on wednesday and then i think i've found the one

well i met all the photographers at wedding fairs and only choose ones i felt comfortable with, ones i could afford and ones that offered us the copyright but needed to go into things in full and with h2b as he's not been to 1 wedding fair :)

i have no chance he only gets sunday's off and he spends them either glued to tv or doing house up. i struggle to get him to visit his family :/

i've got board of them now i've decided on all my details. only detail i'm unsure of now is weather i'll need a car or not :/

you know every time they've had one at my venue we've been away on holiday :( and i've missed them

well had a couple of photographers now. liked the style and how comfortable with one and the package only with the other. wonder if i can get the first to do the pre wedding day thing the second offered :/

I'm a photographer here to provide help.

With regards to copyright the photographer ALWAYS retains copyright.What you should get is a print licence so you can re print our order products using their work. A photographer who gives away copyright doors not understand it and that would ring alarm bells with me.

If you bought a lady ga ga track would you expect copyright?

The big brother theme was commissioned but the copyright stayed with the artists.

Hope this helps.