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Dubai Wedding Photographer for you. Asking these 8 questions to each of the photographers you meet can help streamline the process and support you in picking a wedding photographer most suitable for you: 1. Is photography your main line of business and how much of it is composed of photographing weddings? While some photographers might be full-time wedding photographers, others may have different skill sets or focus their efforts on another type of photography as well as weddings. A photographer focusing on weddings will have a good understanding of the flow of a wedding, how fast-paced weddings tend to be, and will have the versatile equipment necessary to capture the entirety of a wedding, including details, couple photos, event photography and nighttime photos. But equally, if you have a strict budget, it may be wise to choose someone who’s new to the field and can offer a better price, more suitable to your budget. Or on the other hand, perhaps you have fallen in love with a specific style? For example the inspirational wedding websites such as Wedding Sparrow, Magnolia Rouge and Once Wed who publish work by talented fine art photographers that use old-school film cameras to capture weddings. If this is the type of style you long for on your wedding day, focus your efforts on finding a fine art wedding photographer that combines a laissez-faire approach with an editorial hand. In our studio, we can’t get enough of fine art photography; we just love to laid-back approach while still keeping our artistry alive by directing our couples a little. If you’re like us, and appreciate art, photography, the genuine and the serene - we’re a match made in heaven! 2. How many images will we receive? We recommend you to ask the photography studio how many images they will deliver after your wedding. Generally, photographers’ offer 300 to 400 images for an 8 to 10 hour wedding. However, this can vary depending on your photographer as well as your wedding day which in turn will depend on the number of details you have in your wedding, the ambiance, number of guests, quality of images etc. 3. Can we add hours on the day? The total time of coverage, number of photographers, way of delivery, and editing time vary from project to project and from photography studio to photography studio. While some wedding photographers only cover a wedding for 5 to 6 hours, others only offer full-day bookings of 8-10 hours. Therefore, we advise you to ask the specific photographer beforehand how much they charge per hour and whether you can add more hours on the day. 4. Have you ever worked at our wedding venue before? If the answer is no, ask your Dubai wedding photographer to visit the venue before the wedding day. In fact, oftentimes it can prove to be a plus that the photographer is new to the venue. That way, they will see it with new eyes and in a new light. They’ll find nooks and corners that you wouldn’t expect rather than using the same old places like they’ve always used. Change is good for creativity. Most photographers will make an effort to visit the venue anyway, but if you want to be sure, ask them to go with you when meeting your planner. This way, they can acquaint themselves with the layout, ensuring you will get great photographs of your wedding. 5. Can I see a recent finished set of proofs or samples from a wedding you shot? View a few samples. It’s good to get an idea of the quality of the photographs as well as the consistency of the photographer’s work. Take your time and really look at the work that the photographer has given you. Perhaps even ask if there is some place you can go online after your meeting to see more wedding photos. Sometimes you see the photos in a different light after you’ve met with your photographer. When it comes to viewing sample products, if you are hiring a fine art wedding photographer, you will find that the albums and prints are of high quality (this is also reflected in the price). Anyone can supply you an album, but an album you will cherish for 50 years is something else. 6. Can we add print products after our wedding? While some wedding photographers are limited to offering a photography coverage package, others offer print products (in the form of wedding albums, fine art prints, heirloom linen boxes full of prints, or even a guestbook for your wedding day). If you want to add print products to your wedding package, be sure to ask your wedding photographer beforehand, so that you can also flick through a wedding album beforehand to get a good idea of what’s available. Many wedding photographers will offer you the same service after the wedding but most of the time, it’s good to have a clear idea of print products before booking your wedding photographer. 7. How would you describe your photography style? When meeting different wedding photographers, get a feel for the style of each wedding photographer, as that will determine the type of images you will get. Look at the colors, the light, and the angles the photographer uses and figure out whether or not you want the same. Usually, it’s evident when someone keeps the image natural or over-processes it. The posing can also be more natural (candid) or posed. Therefore, ask the photographer to explain their style to you. Think about what you prefer, and mostly, be sure that you have a connection with your photographer and that you like him/her. At the end of the day, you will spend most of your wedding day close to your wedding photographer. 8. After the wedding, when can we expect to see the photos? The wait for pictures after the big day can be really frustrating, but try to be patient. Most photographers want nothing else than to deliver your images as soon as possible and for the images to be as beautiful as possible. To still your curiosity, ask your photographer for an editing timeline beforehand. Generally, photographers take 6 to 8 weeks to deliver edited photographs and a proof of your album. Nevertheless, it’s worth the wait. These weeks give your wedding photography studio proper time to go over your images a few times to be able to ensure you receive the perfect images at the end of the day. --- Ultimately, if you want the best wedding photographer for your special day, we recommend you to consider your needs and requirements before meeting. Think about what you want and what you expect from a photographer. Think about your style and what kind of images you like. Perhaps start a personal Pinterest board and only pin photographs you love. And of course, be sure to ask a few (or all) of these 8 important questions to help you single out the perfect wedding photographer. Thank you for reading! Maria Sundin Photography ">Choosing your wedding photographer can prove difficult due to the plethora of options available. There are traditional wedding photographers, photography studios, fine art wedding photographers, photographers using a fashion approach to weddings as well as amateur photographers photographing weddings. We recommend putting a little more thought and effort into finding the best Dubai Wedding Photographer for you. Asking these 8 questions to each of the photographers you meet can help streamline the process and support you in picking a wedding photographer most suitable for you: 1. Is photography your main line of business and how much of it is composed of photographing weddings? While some photographers might be full-time wedding photographers, others may have different skill sets or focus their efforts on another type of photography as well as weddings. A photographer focusing on weddings will have a good understanding of the flow of a wedding, how fast-paced weddings tend to be, and will have the versatile equipment necessary to capture the entirety of a wedding, including details, couple photos, event photography and nighttime photos. But equally, if you have a strict budget, it may be wise to choose someone who’s new to the field and can offer a better price, more suitable to your budget. Or on the other hand, perhaps you have fallen in love with a specific style? For example the inspirational wedding websites such as Wedding Sparrow, Magnolia Rouge and Once Wed who publish work by talented fine art photographers that use old-school film cameras to capture weddings. If this is the type of style you long for on your wedding day, focus your efforts on finding a fine art wedding photographer that combines a laissez-faire approach with an editorial hand. In our studio, we can’t get enough of fine art photography; we just love to laid-back approach while still keeping our artistry alive by directing our couples a little. If you’re like us, and appreciate art, photography, the genuine and the serene - we’re a match made in heaven! 2. How many images will we receive? We recommend you to ask the photography studio how many images they will deliver after your wedding. Generally, photographers’ offer 300 to 400 images for an 8 to 10 hour wedding. However, this can vary depending on your photographer as well as your wedding day which in turn will depend on the number of details you have in your wedding, the ambiance, number of guests, quality of images etc. 3. Can we add hours on the day? The total time of coverage, number of photographers, way of delivery, and editing time vary from project to project and from photography studio to photography studio. While some wedding photographers only cover a wedding for 5 to 6 hours, others only offer full-day bookings of 8-10 hours. Therefore, we advise you to ask the specific photographer beforehand how much they charge per hour and whether you can add more hours on the day. 4. Have you ever worked at our wedding venue before? If the answer is no, ask your Dubai wedding photographer to visit the venue before the wedding day. In fact, oftentimes it can prove to be a plus that the photographer is new to the venue. That way, they will see it with new eyes and in a new light. They’ll find nooks and corners that you wouldn’t expect rather than using the same old places like they’ve always used. Change is good for creativity. Most photographers will make an effort to visit the venue anyway, but if you want to be sure, ask them to go with you when meeting your planner. This way, they can acquaint themselves with the layout, ensuring you will get great photographs of your wedding. 5. Can I see a recent finished set of proofs or samples from a wedding you shot? View a few samples. It’s good to get an idea of the quality of the photographs as well as the consistency of the photographer’s work. Take your time and really look at the work that the photographer has given you. Perhaps even ask if there is some place you can go online after your meeting to see more wedding photos. Sometimes you see the photos in a different light after you’ve met with your photographer. When it comes to viewing sample products, if you are hiring a fine art wedding photographer, you will find that the albums and prints are of high quality (this is also reflected in the price). Anyone can supply you an album, but an album you will cherish for 50 years is something else. 6. Can we add print products after our wedding? While some wedding photographers are limited to offering a photography coverage package, others offer print products (in the form of wedding albums, fine art prints, heirloom linen boxes full of prints, or even a guestbook for your wedding day). If you want to add print products to your wedding package, be sure to ask your wedding photographer beforehand, so that you can also flick through a wedding album beforehand to get a good idea of what’s available. Many wedding photographers will offer you the same service after the wedding but most of the time, it’s good to have a clear idea of print products before booking your wedding photographer. 7. How would you describe your photography style? When meeting different wedding photographers, get a feel for the style of each wedding photographer, as that will determine the type of images you will get. Look at the colors, the light, and the angles the photographer uses and figure out whether or not you want the same. Usually, it’s evident when someone keeps the image natural or over-processes it. The posing can also be more natural (candid) or posed. Therefore, ask the photographer to explain their style to you. Think about what you prefer, and mostly, be sure that you have a connection with your photographer and that you like him/her. At the end of the day, you will spend most of your wedding day close to your wedding photographer. 8. After the wedding, when can we expect to see the photos? The wait for pictures after the big day can be really frustrating, but try to be patient. Most photographers want nothing else than to deliver your images as soon as possible and for the images to be as beautiful as possible. To still your curiosity, ask your photographer for an editing timeline beforehand. Generally, photographers take 6 to 8 weeks to deliver edited photographs and a proof of your album. Nevertheless, it’s worth the wait. These weeks give your wedding photography studio proper time to go over your images a few times to be able to ensure you receive the perfect images at the end of the day. --- Ultimately, if you want the best wedding photographer for your special day, we recommend you to consider your needs and requirements before meeting. Think about what you want and what you expect from a photographer. Think about your style and what kind of images you like. Perhaps start a personal Pinterest board and only pin photographs you love. And of course, be sure to ask a few (or all) of these 8 important questions to help you single out the perfect wedding photographer. Thank you for reading! Maria Sundin Photography
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