HOW TO PICK A WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
curious about how to choose a wedding photographer? we’re sharing factors you should consider when selecting your wedding photographer and what wedding photography styles are trending this year!
trending wedding photography styles
one of the most important components of selecting your wedding photographer is choosing your wedding photo style and preferences. some brides envision classic and timeless wedding photos, while others may be drawn to more contemporary or artistic wedding images.
to help you in choosing a wedding photo style that best suits your vision, we’re highlighting wedding photography trends that may speak to you.
fine art wedding photography
fine art wedding photography is a photography style that focuses on creating images that resemble exquisite works of art. common elements of fine art wedding photography include dreamy lighting and meticulous detail shots. fine art wedding photographers usually aim to relay romance and visually compelling storytelling through their images.
dress designer: alexandra grecco / bridal shop: a&bé portland / photography: caitlin wilson photography / venue: the salmonberry inn and beach house / florals: wildflower portland / hair and makeup: kyleigh preuss and Ieleen sjoden / coordination: juniper event designs
photojournalistic wedding photography
photojournalistic wedding photography captures the candid moments of your wedding day. photojournalistic wedding photographers tend to avoid directing couples and aim to tell stories as they unfold naturally. common elements of photojournalistic wedding photography include documenting genuine emotions and interactions. if you want your wedding photos to feel intimate and love the look of documentary-style photography, photojournalistic wedding photography may be the way to go.
dress designer: alexandra grecco / bridal shop: anna bé colorado / photography: blake hogge / florals: urban canyon floristry / planning: keely af events / shoes: rené ciaovilla / hair and makeup: jones beauty and co.
moody and cinematic wedding photography
if you gravitate toward bold wedding photos, moody and cinematic wedding photography is the perfect style. common elements of moody wedding photography include rich colors and dramatic lighting. when creating a cinematic atmosphere, moody wedding photographers often play with the contrast of shadows. the use of shadows and depth add to the intensity and uniqueness of this wedding photo style.
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things to consider when choosing your wedding photographer
wedding photographer portfolios and galleries
after exploring local wedding photographers and narrowing down potential vendors by browsing portfolios, it’s important to also review their full wedding albums. by looking at past wedding galleries, you may be able to gain a better understanding of their storytelling ability and how they capture moments throughout wedding days.
common wedding photography packages
once you’ve gotten further along in the wedding photography process, you’ll want to carefully review the photography package you’re being offered. make sure the wedding photography package includes all the services you desire. common wedding photography package offerings or add-on services include engagement sessions, full-day coverage, film photos, digital files, prints, albums, and more.
preferred vendor wedding photographer
many wedding venues have a list of preferred vendors. this vendor list usually includes wedding vendors that have worked at a venue multiple times and seamlessly know the venue’s rules and what to expect on the wedding day.
if possible, choose a wedding photographer that is familiar with your wedding venue and is on your wedding venue’s preferred vendor list. their experience with the location will help your big day run smoothly.