Ask a Wedding Photographer: 30 Most Common Questions Answered
- Do you work alone? Yes, I typically work alone at weddings. Occasionally, my daughter Alice and son Matt, talented photographers, assist me.
- Is a printed album included in the price? No, a printed album is not included. However, you can order one after the wedding. There’s no need to decide now—here is the link to prices – Printed Wedding Albums.
- Do you offer wedding videos or just slideshows with photos? I offer full wedding films. You can view prices and samples here. I have two packages: a 3-film package and a 1-film highlight package.
- Can we also have a slideshow? Yes, a slideshow featuring your favourite photos is included in the price.
- How many weddings have you photographed, and how long have you been in business? I have photographed around 1,200 weddings over the past 15 years.
- Do you have liability insurance? Yes, of course.
- What if you can’t shoot our wedding? Do you have a backup plan? Yes, I am a member of professional associations with over 300 photographers. If I cannot shoot your wedding, I will return your deposit and help you find a new photographer.
- Do you offer a second shooter? In most cases, a second shooter is not necessary. For more information, visit the second wedding photographer section.
- Can you visit the groom if he is 20 minutes away in the morning? I can visit the groom if he is within 10 minutes away or in the same hotel or venue. If I photograph the groom, it must be early, ideally around 10 or 11 am – See more details: Morning Schedule Wedding Day
- My ceremony is at 3 pm. Can you offer a discount since I only need a photographer an hour before the ceremony? I recommend having the photographer arrive earlier to capture all the necessary details. Photos of the venue, drone shots, and details like rings, shoes, and the wedding dress take over an hour. The bride should be in her wedding dress an hour before the ceremony. For more tips, visit the wedding day timeline guide.
- Can You Offer Any Midweek Discount? Occasionally, yes! It’s always worth asking 😊 Midweek weddings can often save the bride and groom some money. As weekends tend to be busier for wedding photographers, we sometimes have more availability during the week, which can translate into potential discounts for you. So, if you’re planning a midweek wedding, don’t hesitate to inquire about any available discounts!
- Do You Charge Travel Costs? Yes, I do charge for travel costs. Please note that I will only ask you to cover my petrol costs, which is just €50 per 100 km. I’m based in Carlow, so this would be calculated based on the distance from there. Unless, of course, you want to fly me to the wedding in your private jet! 😊
- Can I see a full gallery from a wedding? Yes, that’s a great idea! However, I do not send links or passwords to galleries for privacy reasons. I can show you a gallery during a Zoom call.
- Do we need to meet before the wedding? No, it’s not necessary. I will send you a wedding questionnaire 30 days before the wedding with all the questions I must ask. Feel free to contact me if there’s anything not covered in the questionnaire. Clients usually don’t have further questions after that.
- Do you take a list of moments to capture? No, I capture moments as they happen naturally. Working from a checklist can hinder creativity—a list of photos for a wedding photographer- Learn more
- What list of photos do you need from us? I need a list of family photos and any non-standard photos you want, such as a photo with a specific friend or an unusual event at the wedding, like a friend singing during the ceremony. Learn More about Family photos
- How many images do you deliver from a wedding? Usually, more than 1,000 images from a full day of coverage.
- What is your usual schedule for the day? Please see the detailed timeline here: wedding day timeline.
- We are not comfortable in front of the camera. Can you help us with that? Absolutely! I will guide you on standing, posing, and kissing during the shoot. I’ll show you how to be a model in just two minutes!
- How long do the photos with the bride and groom take? Typically, it takes about 15-20 minutes, but I can shoot longer if you wish. More time means more photos.
- How long do family photos take? This varies greatly. Taking one family photo takes about 20-30 seconds, but organizing everyone can take anywhere from 5 to 40 minutes.
- How do we secure our date with a deposit? You will receive a contract to sign online and an invoice for 500 euros with a credit card payment link.
- When is the final payment due? You can pay by transfer before the wedding day or in cash on the day.
- When will we receive our photos? You will receive a link to your photos 60-90 days after the wedding. Sometimes, it can be faster, but never longer than 90 days.
- Can we have a sneak peek of the photos? No, I do not send sneak peeks because, for security reasons, photos are not on my editing computer. They are stored on the cloud, and I only keep the current batch on my editing computer.
- Is there any way we can get our photos faster? Yes, you have the option to pay for fast-track processing. You will receive ten photos within the first three days after the wedding and the full gallery within two weeks. This involves extra work, so there is an additional charge to cover the expenses.
- Do you have backup systems to keep our photos safe? Yes, I store photos on two cloud systems to ensure they are safe. How to be sure wedding photos are safe forever – Learn More
- Do you have a backup camera? Yes, of course! I have four cameras at weddings, with every lens backed up.
- For how long will I have access to my gallery? You can access your gallery to view, download, and print photos, thank-you cards, and canvases for six months. After six months, you can extend that time for 36 euros per year to cover cloud costs.
- Why should you choose me as your wedding photographer? I’ll put it this way – I would book myself to shoot my own wedding! I ensure everything goes smoothly with minimal time spent taking photos, while delivering high-quality images and many great memories. That’s what my clients say in their reviews too!
- And last -Can you offer a half-day wedding photography package?
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Wedding Photographer Q&A: All Your Questions Answered
I am a full-time wedding photographer for a reason – I LOVE WEDDINGS!
I adore working and helping couples plan their big day. I’m one lucky person who loves my job so much that I sometimes can’t wait to pack my bags and travel to shoot a wedding. I love meeting people and lending a helping hand.
On the day, I work like a ninja, trying not to interrupt your celebration while giving you tips during the most important moments.
This is why people enjoy working with me! (I hope! Haha!) I have close to 600 five-star reviews between Google and Weddings Online.
Check them out here. Enjoy your planning!
A Wedding photographer with a lot of experience will help you on the day!
Happy planning,
Daniel.
Would you like to book a wedding photographer for your wedding day?
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