Questions to Ask A Photographer

After my last post, I realized that this would definitely come in handy for anyone who is on the photographer hunt. I suggest that once you meet with the photographer you ask them questions that are already listed on their website just to make sure nothing has changed.


One thing I learned is that some photographers will only offer you some of the photos they took, the ones that they believed are the best. I think the bride and groom should make that decision. So, if thats something you want, make sure you ask if you get copies of all proofs.


Some of these questions are catered more towards what I was looking for, but obviously feel free to adjust them as necessary.


I compiled this list from google and bios on theknot.com.


1. What type of camera do you use?
2. Are there any extra fees associated for travel?
3. Do you have back up equipment?
4. What happens if you are sick that day?
5. Can guests take photos during the ceremony too?
6. Can we provide a "must-take photo" list?
7. How long after the wedding will we receive the photos?
8. Do we get to choose which photos we would like to have touched up or switched to black and white?
9. Do you have a limited amount of photos to take?
10. What happens if you reach that number?
11. How do you describe photojournalistic photos?
12. When is a deposit required?
13. When is the final payment due?
14. What happens if we need to cancel?
15. Are there any other fees not included in the price?
16. What happens if we go over on the ceremony?
17. Will you visit the location beforehand?
18. Do you create custom packages?
19. Can we add or take away from a package?
20. What type of photos will be taken? (black/white, sepia)
21. Do the hours in the package include travel time?
22. Do we receive all of the proofs?
23. Do we need to order photos from you?
24. Will you have any other events that day?
25. How long have you been a wedding photographer?
26. Did you take formal classes for photography?
27. What do you do about people who do not photograph well?
28. What was the most difficult wedding you ever photographed and why?
29. How did it turn out?
30. How long do you keep the negatives?