Tips for Selecting the Right Wedding Photographer in Cornwall
All Bride’s And Groom's Need To Know This!
Essential Items Every Wedding Photographer in Cornwall Should Have
As a Professional Wedding Photographer in Cornwall, I often ponder the importance of having the right gear for such significant events. I see horror stories all the time and it got me thinking about how I can help highlight and avoid the risks involved in choosing a photographer. This blog is meant to help you feel confident that you are choosing the perfect person to document your precious moments.
To shed some light on this, I decided to create a fun photo showcasing the essential equipment I bring to every wedding I cover with my wedding packages. So far the surprised reactions from those who have seen the image are truly remarkable. It has reinforced my concern that people just are not aware of what a wedding photographer should carry to ensure flawless captures.
I carry even more gear than what's shown in the picture. It's just about half of it since I couldn't capture everything in one shot. And let's not forget about the multitude of AA batteries that require a full day to charge before each event.
I bring along so much to guarantee a seamless day for my clients, yet perhaps not everyone is aware that a photographer who doesn’t is simply playing with fire.
why so much kit?
Imagine this:
"My photographer was cheap, but now we have no photos of our wedding day"
How?? Surely this can't happen. But I hear about it all of the time.
The number one reason is the photographer was not a professional and mistakenly turned up at the wedding with only one camera and one lens…. and it broke - game over.
Ok, photographers who do this have reputations in tatters, right? But somehow I still hear crazy stories about massive repeat offenders who are still trading. But if that was 'your' special day and now Uncle Bob's blurry photo from the 3rd row is all you have, it hurts and that will be with you for the rest of your life.
Don’t Risk It!
It's important to note another reason to have different equipment is that it yields various results. This means that one professional camera lens may not be sufficient for all tasks such as macro photos of your rings.
To ensure the preservation of every captured memory on wedding days, each of my cameras is equipped with dual memory cards, reducing the risk of any data loss, data which cannot be recreated!
Your Essential List to Choosing a Professional Wedding Photographer in Cornwall
When seeking a Professional Photographer ask them about the following:
Backup Equipment - Weddings are live events with no retakes. Having backup cameras, lenses, and memory cards ensures you’re prepared for any technical glitches.
Proven Experience at Capturing Weddings - Photographers will have a portfolio, share real wedding stories, and want to offer advice from their experience.
Contracts - Contracts protect both the photographer and the couple. They outline expectations, deliverables, and payment terms.
Public Liability Insurance - Accidents happen. Insurance covers unforeseen mishaps during the wedding and some locations in Cornwall with not accept a photographer without one as it’s a red flag that they are not a professional service provider.
Shot List to Collaborate with the Couple - Every couple has unique preferences. A photographer upon being booked with been keen to discuss a shot list to ensure that they capture those must-have moments that may differ from other clients’ preferences.
Arrange Meetings with Potential Photographers - Personal connection matters. Meeting either in person or with a video call allows you both to build trust and rapport and run through all the questions that you may have such as the ones in this list.
All these elements contribute to professionalism and client satisfaction to ensure that you get the service you deserve. Following this guide will lead couples to discover their perfect wedding photographer.
If you're looking for a Professional Wedding Photographer in Cornwall, someone who can beautifully capture the magic of your special day, I invite you to explore my wedding page. There, you will find detailed information about packages, images and how to get in touch.
Here's to creating lasting memories together!