Asking for Recommendations
You can look for a photographer in the phone book, but you'll be taking a risk hiring someone you know nothing about. If you cannot find any recommendations, look to a local bridal association. They will gladly give you a list of reputable recommendations.
Make an Appointment
Many larger operations will have you speak to a sales representative. They will be able to show you portfolios, but they won't necessarily relay your specific needs to the actual person who will be taking your photos. Be sure to speak with the person who will be taking your photographs.
Good Photographers
When you do meet with your photographer, ask to see samples of his or her work. You should see an entire wedding album. Be wary if you are only shown individual photos. Anyone can take a wonderful photo occasionally. A professional photographer will be able to take good photos consistently. Check for things like color, and focus. You should also see a variety of candid photos. Every wedding has its share of standard poses. Candid photos capture the mood of the wedding and provide visual memories. Good photographers have the ability to take candid photos which show their subjects in a good light.
Asking Specifics - Questions For Your Photographer
The number of photographs that will be taken
The cost per print
Fees for traveling long distance
Any special requirements
Many photographers will not allow anyone else to take photos while they are working. Their reasons vary. Some fear that flashes from other cameras will mess up the lighting. Others simply want ownership of all the photos of your wedding so that you will buy more prints.
Ask who has the ownership of your photographs.
Most photographers retain copyrights to the photos they produce. This means that if you want a favorite photo reproduced, you'll probably have to use the same photographer. It is illegal for anyone else to reproduce a photo unless you have ownership of the copyrights.
Who keeps your proofs?
Many couples do not understand that the fee they pay their photographer doesn't always include any photographs. Clearly understand what you will receive for the price they're asking. If you want the proofs of all the photos that were taken, you'll probably end up paying an extra $200-$300.
References
Your photographer should have a list of references handy. Make sure he or she was the actual photographer who took their photos. Call the people on the list. References don't help unless you speak with them. Ask them questions like:
How did they find the photographer
Friends or family of the photographer do not make good references
Were there any unexpected costs
Was the photographer discreet during the ceremony and reception
How long did the photographer stay at the reception
Too Good to be True
You can expect to spend between RM500 and RM2000 on your wedding photographs. If you getting an entire wedding package for less than RM500, you are probably dealing with an amateur. On the same hand, don't be an emotional buyer and pay too much. You should spend about 10 percent of your wedding budget on your photographs.
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