What are the Benefits of Hiring a Professional Photographer to Capture Your Wedding Day?

Tying the knot is one of the most exciting and life-changing decisions that you will ever make. You want the ceremony to be as special and memorable as possible. One of the most important decisions that you will be making is choosing who and how your wedding day will be captured. The person who will capture the moments you will cherish for a lifetime. Maybe you could ask your cousin  or your uncle who are amateur photographers. They will probably do it for free, and you could save yourself some money. Why is this not a good idea? Why do you want to hire a professional wedding photographer for your wedding day? There is an enormous benefit to having a professional photographer to capture your wedding and these benefits far outweigh whatever it is that you will save by having your cousin or uncle photograph it for free. Weddings are such a whirlwind of excitement and activity, you need somebody that will be able to capture your memories in the best way possible.

What are the Benefits of Hiring a Professional
Photographer for your Wedding Day ?

After reading this article, the benefits will be clear. If having lasting memories of your wedding day that you can share and cherish the rest of your lives together is important to you, you will see that this is an easy decision. Hiring a professional photographer ensures you get the best quality pictures using the best quality equipment. Cameras are just a  small part of the equation in capturing great photographs.

Camera Equipment and Knowledge

Sure anyone can purchase a nice camera, but only those experienced professionals  can unlock its full potential. You want to hire a professional wedding photographer because of their skills and as equally important because of the equipment that they use. Your amateur cousin might have a good camera, but they will be restrained by not having a variety of lenses and the camera might not be up to a professional calibre. The type of equipment is just as important as is the person behind the camera. You want the top of the line equipment and the top of the line photographer who has the knowledge of how to use that equipment. Professionals are much more prepared for the bad. They have a backup camera, extra batteries, and memory cards with them so in case something happens with the gear they're currently using, they won't miss taking photos of any important part of your wedding. Knowing this can help you feel assured and excited at the same time because you know you will have awesome photographs to look forward to.

The Photographers Role

Another huge reason to hire a professional wedding photographer (and not a family member), is less distraction. A family member will want to also celebrate along with everyone else. This leads to shots being missed because they are talking with other relatives they have not seen in awhile, or because they are too busy eating or dancing. Something else to think about,  is other guests are more likely to step out of the way for a professional photographer because they know they are getting paid and are not part of the family, so the roles are defined.

Photography Style

Hire a professional whose style matches yours and who will create the type of pictures you want. If you ask an amateur photographer, they are most likely not going to know the differences in photography styles. Can they deliver you exactly the style that you want? Most likely not. Think about this thoroughly and make sure your wedding photographer matches your style and go with the professional who understands what you are talking about when you say what you want.

Communication and Reliability

Due to the importance of the photographer as pointed out above, the photographer needs to be a professional and not an amateur relative or friend. You need someone with experience in dealing with all the hiccups that come with the day. A professional who will know how to communicate with the wedding party at where they need to be at and when they need to be there without making the wedding party feel like they are in the way or not part of the big day. No amateur, no matter how good will be able to maintain the distance and impartiality needed while still offering the intimacy/support needed and still be able to take great shots.

Another thing, Professionals are bound by a legal contract, so they're guaranteed to show up on your big day, no matter what the weather is. They can't flake out on you like a friend might. In case of emergencies, a professional will be sure to have someone who's also a professional to come in as their replacement, with no added stress for the bride and groom.

A Wedding Photographer Can Provide More

On your wedding day, there is no person you will be spending more time with, than your photographer. From the getting ready shots at the beginning, to the departure at the end. The one constant that will be around you is the professional photographer that you have hired to catch every memory and every moment. The photographer is the one who will notice the little details such as lipstick on the teeth or an upside down corsage. They will let you know and help you fix it. Even if you have a wedding planner they will not be your shadow all day but your photographer will. The photographer will be the one organizing the wedding party to go to where they need to be and keeping everyone calm when anxiety and/or emotions arise.

Patience

You need to hire a professional that you and your partner are comfortable with. Just think about the amount of time that you will be spending with this person on one of the most important days of your life. The professional photographer needs to have patience and understanding. They need to jive with your own personality and be able to make it shine through in the photos from your wedding day. You need a professional that will remain calm with things that may go a different direction than originally planned for, someone who is flexible and goes with the flow of the day without getting overwhelmed.

Wedding photos are meant to last a lifetime. Do leave it up to chance. Hire a professional photographer to capture it.

Are you looking for a photographer that be all of this on your wedding day? Look no further! I can be that photographer for you. I serve Waterloo, Kitchener, Cambridge, Guelph, Stratford and surrounding areas.

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Blessings,

Jen