The Ultimate Guide to Choosing The Best Wedding Photographers in Cape Town
Planning a wedding can be tough, especially if you don’t know where to start. There are so many options, and it can be overwhelming. One of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing your photographer.
Here are some questions you should think about when searching for the best wedding photographers in Cape Town:
• What style of photography do I want?
• Do you have a great connection with your photographer?
• Do you want more than one photographer?
• What style of photography do I want?
• What budget am I looking at?
I hope this guide helps you narrow down your search and find the perfect photographer for your big day!
What style of photography do I want?
Different people have different styles of photography they enjoy. It’s important to think about what style you want. Are you looking for a photojournalistic style, a more traditional photo-style, or something more abstract?
Every photographer will offer a unique perspective. But the two major categories are documentary (or photojournalism) and staged photography. Documentary photography is typically what’s associated with wedding photos: it’s not posed, but captures candid moments, telling the story of the day. Staged photography is more about posing for your big day; it’s more traditional in nature, focusing on capturing formals, details, and people getting ready for the ceremony. What suits you best?
Photo documentary AND Editorial?
You can have the best of BOTH worlds. My work is a mixture of both styles and I also adapt it to you. Some prefer one style over the other. I have a love for both styles and excel at either and I love to shoot both formally / editorially and documentarily. Sometimes certain aspects need to be arranged as they might not naturally happen.
Do you have a great connection with your photographer?
An important question to ask is if you have a great connection with your photographer. You want someone who feels like they are a part of your day, not just somebody who is capturing it.
You also want to think about how many photographers you want. Some people would rather have two so one can shoot with the bride while the other works the groom. This also works nicely when the primary photographer is shooting with the couple. The other photographer can do documentary pictures of what's happening with guests during pre-drinks.
This guide has given you some important questions to consider when choosing your Cape Town wedding photographer. The last question - Who will edit my photos? - is an essential one to think about before hiring someone; because if they don’t edit their own photos, they may charge more for editing or not offer this service at all!
What budget am I looking at?
Choosing a photographer is often the first decision to make when planning your wedding.
It’s important to set a budget before you look at photographers. Your budget is going to determine which photographers can work with you. Different wedding photography packages range in price, and it’s important for you to know what you can afford before deciding on a photographer. Some photographers offer discounts for couples who book early, so don’t wait until the last minute!
Beware cheap photographers
Going for low-cost photographers can end in disaster. Many are fly-by-nighters, concentrating only on undercutting their competition. More experienced and established photographers are expensive for a reason. They deliver and they are reliable.
Conclusion
Thank you for reading our guide to choosing the best wedding photographers in Cape Town. We hope you’ve found some useful information and that you’ll be able to make the best decision for you and your wedding day.