I am beyond thrilled to introduce Maddy from Mad Hearts Photography as a guest blogger. Not only does she take beautiful photos but I follow her blog religiously. I met Maddy about a year and a half ago thru a mutual friend’s facebook page and immediately hit it off because we are both “Jersey Girls” {and you know all of us Jersey girls need to stick together}. Enjoy reading Maddy’s below blog and oh la la over her photos!
I was a bride before I became a photographer. But even before I owned a camera, I knew I wanted to pick the right photographer to capture my wedding. We spend so much time, money and energy planning the perfect day, so finding someone that will capture all those beautiful, handpicked details, as well as the emotions of the occasion is arguably one of the most important – if not the most important – decisions you’ll have to make when planning your wedding. But with so many photographers to choose from these days, the task may seem daunting! So here are a few tips on how to find a photographer that’s right for you:
Choose a photographer with a shooting style you enjoy: When you’re browsing through magazines or online, what photos are you most attracted to? Are they the journalistic kind? Are they traditional posed shots? Are they soft & hazy? Or are they bold & colorful? Picking a photographer with a similar portfolio and shooting style will help you ensure that your memories will be captured in a way you’ll cherish for a long time.
Keep an eye out for experience: When going through the photographer’s portfolio, keep an eye out for a variety of shots including: indoor and outdoor images, details of the day, action shots, as well as day and night time photos. Having an experienced photographer will guarantee that they’ll not only be able to roll with any sudden changes the day of the wedding, but capture a wide variety of photos too.
It’s All in the Details: Nowadays more and more wedding photographers are going digital and offering the full-resolution discs with all the images of the wedding in their packages. But don’t forget all the other stuff too: albums, enlargement prints, canvases, etc… If you’re interested in all the extras, choosing a photographer with access to a professional printing lab is a definite must.
It’s all about the Big “P”: Professionalism. You thought I was going to say pricing, didn’t you? And by professionalism, I mean someone that promptly responds to emails and phone calls, has a legitimate website and business presence and has clearly outlined (in the form of a contract) the terms of your agreement, among other things. Knowing that they are reliable from the start is a good indicator they will deliver a high quality product in the end.
Your wedding photos will be around for a very long time, so make sure you entrust the important task of capturing those memories to right person. Hopefully, these tips will help you narrow down your search.
Be sure to follow Maddy on facebook and twitter and check out her website for more great photos!
Thanks Maddy for stopping by and hope you come visit us soon, xoxo
