Feature: Making Magical Memories

Photographs are how we remember important events, long after the memories fade. If you’re having trouble choosing someone to capture your big day, Charles Davis from Professional Photography has five top tips.
1. Get the picture.

Take time looking through photographers’ portfolios and think about what you want from your own pictures. If you’re after informal, reportage-style snaps, then choose a photographer whose work shows their ability to capture those spontaneous, one-off moments. 



2. Know what you want. 

The more a photographer understands what you like, the more chance they have of meeting, and exceeding, your expectations. What balance of formal and informal pictures do you want? Will one photographer be enough? What about a temporary studio for more formal shots? Which part of the event is most important? Be as specific as possible.


3. Time is of the essence.
Ask the photographer about their planning and preparation. A good photographer will want to check out the venue in advance to identify the best settings and vantage points. They’ll also want to discuss the schedule with you and to spend time talking through what you want. 

4. Get cheeky!
Wedding officials and ministers from all faiths usually have an opinion about when to take photographs and where a photographer should stand, but this may not be the right time and place to get the best shot of the happy couple. It’s important to be respectful but, whatever the event, a photographer who is willing to get into a little bit of trouble for their client may well deliver the best results.

5. Raising a smile.
Many people feel self-conscious when there’s a photographer lurking, but if they can put people at ease and bring out the best in your guests, then the memories captured will be the happiest ones.

(Published in 'My Moseley and Kings Heath' October 2013)

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