Why and How to Choose a Wedding Photographer?

I have been asked many times why a bride-to-be should choose a photographer for their wedding day. I usually provide the following advice:

- Your photographer should know how to look for the right location at the right time of day with the right background.
- Your photographer should have worked in many locations and under many diverse situations and should know how to adapt to anything that comes up on your hectic day. If it rains (which it does alot in vancouver) can they handle it?
- The wedding day is full of emotion and can be stressful, so a photographer should set your mind at ease by taking charge of your wedding pictures to smoothly and efficiently portray your day.
- Your photographer should have several examples of full day weddings that they have shot. Ask to see them and ask if you can contact those clients. Your photographer should be able to provide references.
- Meet several photographers and see if their style and personality will fit into your wedding day.

I have been married for 10 years this year and my wedding photos are still my most treasured item from the day (besides my husband). Have fun!
Charlene