Most photographers offer a blend
of two or more styles, but tend to
specialize in, and focus on, just one.
If you like the photojournalistic style,
but want some posed formal portraits
to showcase your families or the day's
special moments, find a photographer
that can comfortably do both.
So which style is right for you? The first
step is to think about the end product:
what is most important to you, to have
after your wedding? Do you definitely
want to have beautiful, timeless, color
portraits of you and your groom that you
can elegantly frame and display? Do you
want a large number of candid, heartfelt
moments many captured in black &
white, to document your day? Are you
envisioning a one-of-a-kind, artistic piece
to hang on your wall after the wedding
that incorporates one or more images
from the big event?
To help you, take a look at friends'
wedding albums, surf around
professional photographer's web
sites, clip photos from magazines of
photography that moves you, and spend
some time in photographers' booths
at wedding shows. All of this research
will help you zero in on what style of
photography you seem drawn to, and
ultimately, which one you want to use
for your wedding.
FINDING THE RIGHT
PHOTOGRAPHER
Once you've established the style
that is best for you, it's time to find
a professional photographer that
meets your needs. Start the process
by collecting referrals from friends,
reviewing helpful resources like Premier
Bride, attending bridal shows
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