Wedding photography is one of the most important parts of a wedding for most couples. However, good photography doesn’t come very cheap.
There are some ways that you can save yourself some money. Here are 5 tips that will get you started.
#1 Hire An Amateur
I can hear people moaning and groaning about this one. “There is no way I’m going to hire an amateur for my wedding!”
But every photographer started as an amateur. Some of these amateurs have great skills that have gone unnoticed. Many of them may be educated in photography, have taken wedding photography courses, and may have photography backgrounds in other areas.
Take a look at their portfolio to see what they can do. A great way to test them is to have them take some engagement pictures of you. This will give you a chance to see their work.
You also want to look into what equipment they use. If they use professional equipment then they are very serious about this business.
#2 Post An Add
A classified add site like craigslist can be very useful. In your add you should put exactly what you are looking for and your budget. You will find that many photographers will try to accommodate you.
#3 Negotiate
Many photographers have typical packages that they offer. Try to negotiate with them. Take certain things out and add things in. Let them know that you can only afford so much. See if they will work within your budget.
#4 Do Some Photography Yourself
You can always do some photography yourself. For example, you can take pictures that were done by a family member and turn them into a scrapbook. The homemade look and feel of a scrapbook can still be very attractive.
#5 Cut Their Hours
Have the photographer spend less time at your wedding. This will usually save you allot of money.
Plan your fantasy wedding on a budget. Avoid wedding scams and get the lowest prices on every part of your wedding. It’s simple, it works, is stress free, and makes planning your wedding fun.
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Great tips! I hired a cousin with an interest in photography. She had some great shots and it only set us back about $100!