Picking a photographer is probably the most important and difficult decision you will have to make.  The photographer is the person that will make sure your wedding day is captured just the way you imagined.  The pictures will be what you have to remember all the wonderful moments you were to wired to focus on during your day.  Just because a photographer comes will recommended or reviewed doesn’t mean that they are the right fit for you.  You will be amazed at how many options you have with your wedding book and finding the right fit is critical.  Don’t sign anything that locks you in to any one vendor until you can meet the person or persons that will be working your event.  Just because you click with the sales person doesn’t mean you will click with the actual photographer.

Getting your questions in order before signing a contract is critical in this process.  Find out the prices for the number of pictures in your albums, if you get to keep your proofs, with you get a CD of all your pictures, how many people will work the event, how long will they stay, how many pictures will be taken during the course of the day, and what kind o extras can be added.  You will want to make sure that engagement photos are included.  This is an important step because you will get to work with your photographer prior to your wedding.

Another important step that takes time is looking through each vendors sample books.  These should be the best of the best so if you aren’t impressed by these move on right away.   Look for originality in the books and a personal touch that will set your day apart from your friends.  I can’t tell you how many cookie cutter books we saw with the same poses in the same areas.  This shows a lack of thought and understanding of the couple.  Make sure the book reflects you and your day not what they feel is easy for them to work with.

Overall be willing to spend a little extra on your pictures because 40 years from now when you look back on your event surrounded by family you don’t ant to think about the vendor you should have gone with.   Remember that with all of your vendors you are the boss and if you get a bad feeling don’t feel obligated to say yes because they spent a lot of tie with you or your just tired of hearing the same sales pitch over and over.  Take your time and pick the vendor that will make your dream into a reality and have fun!