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The Photographer and Videographer
The best way to choose a photographer or videographer is to view sample albums and videos. Ask to see complete weddings from beginning to end. You'll notice "style" when you look at different photographers' works. Make sure the professional has back-up equipment and assistants. Professional photographers usually send their work to binders who fashion the album. Make sure you're familiar with the process.
Insist that photographers and videographers attend the rehearsal. Let them know ahead of time (in writing) of special photo requests. They need to see placement at the ceremony of props and players in advance Iso that they can position their microphones and other equipment unobtrusively. Check lighting. If the lights are too low, the video will be too dark. If they are too bright, it will look like a theater during intermission.
Take along a camera for candid shots during planning -- the wedding-dress search, fittings, florist, etc. Your bride will have a wonderful keepsake of all the preliminary stages of planning.
Place disposable cameras (they come decorated for weddings) at tables during the rehearsal dinner and wedding reception, allowing guests to take candid photos. Some folks think the cameras are favors to take home, so it's a good idea to be specific with instructions.
20 questions you must-ask your photographer
20 questions you must-ask your videographer
The Florist
Present a budget, and stick to it. and don't forget the emergency extra boutonnieres, corsages, and bouquet flowers.
20 questions you must-ask your florist
Excerpted from Notes From the Mother of the Bride by Sharon Naylor. © 2005 Source Books.
