Choosing a wedding photographer: Pricing

Last week I talked about the different wedding photography styles you need to consider when you are looking for a wedding photographer. This week I’m going to concentrate on your investment. What you can expect to get from your wedding photographer.

Whether it’s à la carte or a package, do you understand what you are getting?

Before you make a decision on whether to choose a package or to go for a la carte pricing, you need to think about how you want to display or share your photos.

Make a list of the options you want as this will help you decide which route to follow.

So what are the benefits of choosing a wedding photography package? There are many aspects of photography that come into play in a photography package: engagement session, extra photographers, editing, albums, prints and experience to name but a few.

Bride looking at camera over groom’s shoulder

They all have a value and dictate the price. An experienced photographer has learned the work involved and there is both value to them and yourself.

Packages are often created to include the most popular items your photographer offers. You will also find that the package price is discounted if you compare the price to the items on your photographer’s à la carte price list. Which is a huge benefit when you consider all the other costs you will have.

With the price fixed on a package, you can accurately budget for your wedding photography as there will be no additional costs to be taken into account.

If you choose a package you must consider which factors have a value to you and then search for those things the best you can within your budget.

Jumping male bridal party

With à la carte pricing, the combinations of products you can have is endless. This means you have more control but too much choice can sometimes make it harder for you to make a decision.

Selecting items individually can work out more expensive but if you are having a small wedding or have decided on a single item, choosing from the à la carte price list could be the best option for you.

The price you can pay for your wedding photography varies greatly from photographer to photographer. The price is based not just on the price of the goods being offered but also for the skill and talent of the photographer to capture your day in varying light and circumstances.

Bride and groom looking at each other

If wedding photography is important to you then I cannot stress the significance of hiring a professional photographer.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss your wedding photography needs, please get in touch.

See you next week, when we will be discussing personality. How important is it to click with your wedding photographer?

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