How Important is a Consult?
While it is entirely possible for a professional photographer to have only an inital meeting and then show up at the designated time and do a good job (maybe even great), it is quite probable that the wedding day portraits will be more a reflection of the circumstances of the day or the whim of the photographer. I can’t say this enough!!! THE MORE WORK A COUPLE PUTS INTO THEIR PHOTOGRAPHY THE BETTER THEY WILL BE. As it is with everything in life.
A wedding is a very big event with many little details. And it is attention to details that makes the day run smoothly and provides a back up plan for when they don’t. The same is true for the photography. It is important to pay attention to the details: a photo list with names to avoid “hey you come here”, several possible outdoor locations and an indoor alternative, a time frame, available light or lack thereof, sticky family groupings, an officiant’s rules, etc. It may seem overwhelming but the best photographers will not only help you through, they will welcome any information that helps them give a bride and groom exactly what they want.
So, I say, show me pictures on line, pass me clippings from magazines, meet with me on location instead of a coffee shop, work with me to fit your dreams into my style. This weekend past Monica, James and I discovered how important it is to communicate and bounce ideas back and forth, to get to know each other at least a little, and to “see” what wonderful possibilities exist. I was grateful before to be chosen as their photographer. After touring historical King’s Landing I am now excited at the prospect of capturing their day!!
Can YOU picture the possibilities?
