When it comes to wedding photography, some 91% of couples choose to hire the services of a professional photographer, while 8% will choose an amateur – relative or family friend. The other 1% don’t bother with wedding photographs at all, perhaps just having a quick ceremony at the register office and then all heading for the pub afterwards.
Many people believe that anyone can take wedding photographs if they have a good camera. You could even take wedding photos with a phone, but you probably won’t get many that are worth keeping in the album.
Professional wedding photographers spend years honing their skills so that they can produce a stunning set of photos every time. Many couples desire a photographer that can keep them calm. Being the center of attention can make it stressful to have someone take photos of you.
Perhaps your tie isn’t straight or the necklace isn’t as visible as it should. A photographer who is not only great at taking pictures but has a relaxed and friendly approach can be a great asset on such a big day. This is why you need to meet with your chosen photographer before the day itself and have a friendly chat so that you can get to know each other. A good wedding photographer will also want to see the venue in order to plan ahead. Asian Wedding Photographer
Many couples prefer a mixture of candid and posed photographs for their wedding in Hertfordshire. The word “candid” is described by the dictionary as “truthful” and “frank”. Candid photography refers to photos taken without the subject being aware of what is going on. The photographer will mix with guests, use his instincts and training to spot unusual or unexpected events and be ready to capture the shot when they happen. This gives the photograph a relaxed and natural look.
Today, technology plays an increasingly important role in wedding photography. Some photographers are now using a drone to take aerial shots, and these can make a huge difference to the wedding album. Taking photographs with a drone is yet another skill that has to be learned – first of all how to fly the drone, and secondly how to use it to get the best shots. To fly a drone, the photographer must also be licensed by Civil Aviation Authority and have insurance.
Something to consider is the cost of hiring a wedding photographer for the day, which is why some couples cut corners and have their Uncle Jeffrey take the photos. The vast majority of couples don’t want to take risks because this day is unique and will never be repeated. Even so, you may wonder why a professional quotes you a price that may be greater than you were expecting.
The photographer will meet you beforehand and may also travel to the location to take a look. On the actual day itself, he may be with you for as much as 12 hours – which is a long working day in anybody’s language. It is more than that. After the day there is a lot of work to be done on editing images and adding any necessary effects. All minor flaws must be corrected, which takes much more time than the actual day.
Then, of course, there is the cost of all the necessary equipment which runs into many thousand of pounds. Cameras, lenses, and other equipment must be maintained and new USB’s and hard drives bought. The cost of a DRI Mavic Zoom 4K drone is approximately PS1,100.
Then all the costs of learning to fly the drone and how to get the best shots with it has to be factored in, along with courses and workshops which the photographer will attend in order to keep up to date with the latest trends and advances in photography.
As you can see, there’s a lot more to it than just your big day.