Photography Expert Advice
Expert Advice allows couples to ask for expert opinion, advice or helpful tips on any aspect of wedding planning, and get quick answers from wedding professionals on Easy Weddings. Questions may include recommendations on the best flowers for an autumn wedding, a selection of classic wedding songs, grazing menu ideas, or the latest trends in wedding dresses.
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- Your question will be sent to our panel of top-rated suppliers.
- Those suppliers that can offer advice will post a response.
- We'll email you daily and publish those responses to help other couples.
Your Questions
128 questions / 1268 answers
Should we have a first look?
Hi there. I can see lots of couples are having first looks. Is the first look a good idea? What's the best part about having a first look and what would be a reason not to do it, from a photography perspective? Thanks!
Updated : 28/03/2023
7 answersHow to tactfully ask guests not to post any of our wedding photos to socials
What's the best way to handle this request? We really don't want any of our photos shown on social media before we get a chance to do it ourselves. Is this something to include as early as the invitations? Or wait to the ceremony?
Updated : 20/03/2023
11 answersHow long does it usually take to get wedding photos back?
We're trying to coordinate photos and video for a post-wedding event with our family.
Updated : 20/03/2023
14 answersI am considering wedding content creation services, what do you think of this investment?
Hi there, I am considering hiring a wedding content creation and capture service like @SocialSnapshots, however am unsure as to how i could work this into my budget. I already have a photographer but I'm looking for more behind the scenes content, capturing the details of my day. I am moving states to be with my partner so I'll know there will be plenty of emotions that the photographer wont accurately capture. What do you think of this sort of new service?
Updated : 6/03/2023
7 answersIs this an unreasonable photography timeline?
2pm - final stages of getting ready shots, both boys and girls on the same property 3pm - ceremony, no group shots or congrats afterwards, 3.30pm - straight into family shots (14 people all up, 2 families) the property then a few bridal party shots at same location as family shots, 4.10pm - Bridal party and bride & groom shots off property (5 min drive) 5.30pm - Bridal party re-entrance going into reception, 6.20pm - Sparkler shot 6.30pm - Dinner 8pm - Cake cut and first dance
Updated : 27/02/2023
5 answersWhat happens if our photographer is sick on the day?
If we find our dream photographer, what happens if they're sick on the day and can't photograph our wedding? Would they send a replacement or how does that work?
Updated : 13/02/2023
11 answersHow far will wedding photographers travel and how do travel fees work?
We're considering a destination wedding but wondering if we find the photographer we love, will they travel, and how do they charge for that?
Updated : 3/02/2023
10 answersWhat's the best time to choose our wedding photographer?
Thinking of having video as well.
Updated : 13/01/2023
15 answersHow can I become more natural in front of the camera?
Is there anything my partner and I can do to practice being less awkward in front of the camera? We are very shy. Or is it purely up to the photographer we pick?
Updated : 13/09/2022
13 answersWhat questions are important to ask of potential wedding photographers?
Aside from price of course. What should we be asking photographers to help us narrow down our selection?
Updated : 6/09/2022
15 answers