As we all know, weddings are the most precious day of the couple who is getting married, therefore it deserves to be photographed so they can look back on it. But professional photographers can be really expensive and a lot of people just can’t afford it. That doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t have memories to look back on, there are ways that you can have professional photos while still maintaining a reasonable budget.
Always Do Your Research
First and foremost, you will have to do your research. Start by looking at wedding blogs and posts of wedding similar to yours. Look through real weddings that you like the vibe of and find what you are looking for in pictures. The more things you see, the clearer idea you will have of what you like and want when it comes to your pictures. Another thing that you can accomplish by looking at different wedding blogs is possibly finding a photographer that suits your budget.
Test Your Camera in Advance
Before you commit to taking wedding photos, make sure that all of your gadgets are working properly so that you can take the best wedding pictures. Something that you simply cannot go without to a wedding is a tripod as well as several lenses. That is, if your budget allows it. Even though you are working on a budget, if the wedding is indoors you are most likely going to need external flashes if not lighting equipment. When you are working outdoors you can get by with just a flash. It’s always better to bring more equipment than you actually need. Because is it better to be be prepared for anything than having bad pictures. Something that you should have handy are several spare batteries as well as memory cards so that you don’t miss out on capturing any memories.
Capture All the Firsts
Naturally, this is the start of a new chapter in the newlywed’s life. And there will be a lot of first moments that you want to be captured. Some of the monumental firsts are the first dance as well as the first kiss. However, there will be a lot more to come during the celebration. To avoid missing any gems, be sure that you are on your toes and ready to snap amazing pictures. Those moments can be happen in the blink of an eye so you have to be sure that you are prepared. The key to getting those romantic and heartwarming milestones on film is simply by setting your camera to a high shutter speed so the photos are quick without delay. So afterwards, you can pick the ones that are most magical. You can try different angles to make the photos more unique and keep shooting the whole time so that you can pick the one that captures the moment perfectly.
Bring Accessories
To avoid any troubles on your wedding day, when it comes to photography, always try to pack accessories that will make your photos more fun. One of the best accessories that will make your photos super fun is getting a wedding photo booth. Another thing that you can do is bring a laptop so that you can back up your photos in real-time and avoid any mishaps further down the line.
Shoot All the Fun Reactions
Along with their milestones, newlyweds like to see their guests having fun as well. So if you notice people having fun on the dance floor, you can make an effort to catch those moments too. Something to look out for are different expressions that people have. Some will be funny and some will be romantic. So try and film as many faces as you can while working on a budget. The couple will appreciate having pictures to look back on as well as seeing how much fun their wedding guests had.
Tell the Photographer to Go Crazy
No matter how much or how little you are paying your photographer, tell them to just explore the entire event and take as many angles, images and moments as possible. Instruct them to take pictures of everything and anything that they might think looks good and fun. Several photos taken one after the other can be a great way to capture the chaotic energy of a wedding party. A professional will know exactly where to be and what to take pictures of. And they will be able to provide you with the best wedding photos.
At the end, it is totally up to you who you will choose to take your wedding pictures and how big your budget will be. The whole point and something that you have to keep in mind is that being on a budget doesn’t mean picking cheap, it is choosing something less expensive. Nowadays, there are so many photographers that will provide you with breathtaking wedding photos as well as fitting within your budget. So always choose a photographer that suits your taste and totally gets your style and intention.
About The Author
My name is Grace Wilson. I’m a 27-year-old biotechnologist and kind of a bookish girl. Surfing the Internet is my favorite, that’s why I’ve turned into blogging. Following the healthy mindset and lifestyle is what I consider as my life principle. If interested, follow my twitter.