Photography (Questions)

The following is a complete list of questions to ask each photographer you interview.

Photographers Comparison Chart- Bring this chart with you when you go to interview different photographers so that you have a list of questions to ask and can use the answers to choose the right photographer for your wedding. You can make extra copies if you interview more photographers.

What is the name & phone number of the photographer?

What is the website and email of the photographer?

What is the address of the photographer?

How many years of experience do you have as a photographer?

What percentage of your business is dedicated to weddings?

Approximately how many weddings have you photographed?

Are you the person who will photograph my wedding?

Will you bring an assistant with you to my wedding?

How do you typically dress for weddings?

Do you have a professional studio?

What type of equipment do you use?

Do you bring backup equipment with you to weddings?

Do you visit the ceremony/reception sites prior to the wedding?

Do you have liability insurance?

Are you skilled in diffused lighting & soft focus?

Can you take studio portraits?

Can you retouch negatives?

Can negatives be purchased? If so, what is the cost?

What is the cost of the package I am interested in?

What is your payment policy?

What is your cancellation policy?

Do you offer a money-back guarantee?

Do you use proofs?

How many proofs will I get?

When will I get my proofs?

When will I get my album?

What is the cost of an engagement portrait?

What is the cost of a formal bridal portrait?

What is the cost of a parent album?

What is the cost of a 5" x 7" reprint?

What is the cost of an 8" x 10" reprint?

What is the cost of an 11" x 14" reprint?

What is the cost per additional hour of shooting at the wedding?