If you’re not careful, wedding photography costs can get out of hand in a hurry. The typical couple spends about 7 percent of their wedding budget, or $1,150, on photos and a video.
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How can you make sure your wedding is beautifully photographed and not go over budget? You definitely don’t want to skimp on something so important; the photos will be something you will treasure for years to come, but there are ways to keep costs from getting out of control.
Here are some ideas from a few professional wedding photographers for saving money without sacrificing the quality of your photographs. Get Disposable cameras for your reception tables.
Tip 1
Always hire a professional, but limit their time taking pictures. You only have one chance to get it right, so make sure you engage the services of someone who has experience photographing weddings. You have several options, including a “ceremony only” package which means the professional would take all the formal pictures of the bride and groom, family and wedding party and the ceremony, but wouldn’t stay for the reception.
Tip 2
Choose a photography package instead of purchasing all of the items separately. If there is something you want that isn’t included, ask the photographer if you can swap it for something else without increasing the price.
Tip 3
Be careful about choosing the smallest or least expensive photography package. You may end up spending a lot more money after the wedding for all the additional prints you will need to buy separately that are not included in the original package. It may be less expensive to purchase a more comprehensive package up front.
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