What questions should you ask a wedding photographer before booking?

Before you book, you want to feel confident that the photographer understands your day and your taste. Start by asking to see full galleries from recent weddings, not just highlights, so you can judge how they handle different light, crowds and moments. Ask how many weddings they shoot per year and whether they have worked at your venue before, as that can help them plan shots and know where the light falls.

You should also ask what is included in the package: how many hours of coverage, how many edited photos you receive, and whether you get the digital files or prints. Ask about their backup plan if they are unwell, and whether they work alone or bring a second shooter. Clarify how long you wait for your photos and how they deliver them. Finally, ask about their editing style and whether they will retouch specific images, and check if travel or overtime costs apply. Write down their answers so you can compare photographers fairly.