Rod Noendeng Photography

Rod Noendeng Photography

When choosing your photographer there are a few things you should consider. Do you have your heart set on a particular photographer? Is your big day in peak wedding season? Do you have your date and venue locked in? The first big three you should have on your to-do list are locking in your venue, photographer, and celebrant. It's difficult for a photographer and celebrant to commit if you don't have your date locked in. I would say choose and book your photographer and celebrant as soon as you have locked in your venue. For some, this may be 12 months or more and for others only a few months. The sooner you do this, the more likely the photographer you choose is available for your big day.

If you book a photographer early enough, you have time to do a couples session. You have the opportunity to get to know your photographer and vice versa. You will also have some wonderful photos which can be used for your invitations or at your reception. You can also use these for your "Thank You" cards.

So to cut a long story short, choose and book your photographer as soon as you have a date and venue locked in. All the best with your wedding!

Rod Noendeng Photography

How important are your wedding photos to you and your partner? If you said they are very important I would suggest a professional wedding photographer. You should keep in mind not all professional photographers are created equal. Real estate photographers may not be so good at wedding photography and a wedding photographer may struggle with real estate photography. I will list some of the pros and cons so you can decide what is best for you.

Some pros, not all.

• They are professional
• Help with planning your day
• Has the experience to handle different conditions on the day
• Is insured (just in case things don't go to plan)
• Will have back up camera and lenses
• Has backup copies of your photos
• Is experienced at photographing weddings
• Is good with people
• not to mention creative skills photographing and editing

Some cons, again not all.

• may cost a little more than uncle bob (the reason for that are listed in the list of pros)
• many styles to choose from
• finding a photographer you connect with (don't expect to like all the photographers you meet)
• may be limited to the albums and prints they offer

I hope this has given you food for thought. I can definitely think of many more pros than cons. Don't leave capturing your special day to just anyone. Make sure you meet your potential photographer in a relaxed environment and get to know the actual person who will be photographing on the day.

Good luck and congratulations to you both, Rod

Rod Noendeng Photography

• See if you can find a photographer who meets your new budget. There are good photographers who are just starting out and have very reasonable prices. 
• Check out the bridal expos. Photographers at these expos have great specials if you commit on the day. So be prepared to make a quick decision. 
• The photographer has a payment plan. Booking early with them could mean it is paid for before the wedding. There may also be a payment plan that will allow you paid off afterwards.
• Maybe you can have only the ceremony photographed. This would be a couple of hours and should not cost as much as the whole day. 
• Have a chat to the photographer they may be able to offer you a custom package that may suit your budget.