Tips For Choosing A Good Engagement Photographer

By Serena Price


A perfect picture captures the essence of the moment. A couples engagement is one such moment in their lifetime. The key to great engagement photographs lies in finding that great engagement photographer who has the ability to create lifetime memories through his/her lens. However, if you consider the number of such professionals in San Diego, CA, the task may seem very daunting. But with the following tips in mind, you will be the happy couple to find the best cameraman.

It is cost effective to use the same cameraman for both your engagement photos as well as your wedding photos. So if you already have a good wedding cameraman, you can ask him to photo shoot your engagement as well even if it is at an extra cost. This will also help you know whether you made the right choice for your wedding cameraman.

You should also be sure to view the photographers portfolio before making a choice. Most photographers always have portfolios displayed on their websites or blog. This will help you know their photography style. If he has not done engagement photo shooting in the past, it would be a good idea to ask him for wedding photographs or couple pictures he has taken. From these, you will also be able to gauge the photographers potential.

Taking all your engagement photos in the same location may make viewing them very monotonous. Because of this, you should have numerous venues for this and look for a cameraman who is flexible enough and is not opposed to the idea shifting venues. Other photographers may also want extra pay for this. So you should be sure to find about this is advance and see whether you are comfortable with the extra charges.

You should also compare prices before making a choice. This will help you know those photographers who charge extremely high and those who charge extremely low. It is not a good idea to go with either extreme. Too cheap may mean low quality service while too expensive is also not a guarantee of quality. You should settle for average charge.

Most wedding photographers are the same ones who will be preferred for the engagements; this means that they are always booked in advance. So if you want to have the best photographer, you should follow suit. Ensure that you start the search at least three months to the big day.

Personality of the cameraman is also very important. Because you are likely to retain the same photographer for the actual wedding, he should be somebody you can get along with well. Good photographers have the arsenal of techniques to the best out of you and your partner even when you are tensed. You should be sure to look for such.

A good engagement photographer should also have positive reviews from past clients. You should therefore ask your potential cameraman for references. Do not just ask references for the sake of it but you should also contact them to find out their opinion concerning that particular photographer.




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