How to Get Wedding Photography at the Best Price

It's not magic when you get that amazing price for an award-winning wedding photographer, there is a science behind it that every photographer knows and no brides have figured out!

By the way, I am about to become ousted by the wedding photography industry, so why not just finish off the "sin".

IT IS SIMPLE; THE LATER YOU BOOK THE CHEAPER IT IS!

WHY? WELL, THAT EXPLANATION ISN'T SO SIMPLE.

So, photographers main booking month is January, this is the make or break it month because everyone is at the photography booking point. So if your wedding is in December and you book in January you will get the normal/highest rate, however, if your wedding is in December and you book in September you'll get a lower rate.

However, some studios to outweigh this might charge a last minute booking fee, also, you run the risk of your date being booked! Avoid doing this if you have a popular wedding date.

Also, please keep in mind that studios might offer a year-round discount like us *hair flip* click here to get our year-round last minute discount just for checking out the blog!

HOW NOT TO APPROACH! AND WHY.

Unlike us, most studios do not welcome last minute booking, especially when you make it clear that your reason is for a discount.

Here is a *real* email we got: "So my wedding is in two months, I was wondering if you have any close to date discount since I am not holding the date for long?"

Why this doesn't work is most because photographers don't want to hear about the discounts you want because to sell you on us most *good* photographers have discounts they offer. We have a few discounts we offer, and since we're a studio/company that believes in full transparency here are the discounts we offer excluding some exlusive promotions we run every few years;

1. Family of a past client
2. Bride of a preferred venue
3. Last minute booking

LAST QUESTION: ARE YOU READY TO BOOK?

If you are we would love to chat, and offer you the last minute discount no matter when your wedding is, click here to learn what our discount is and get to use it!

First look, the pros and cons

The first look is a private and romantic time between the bride and groom. One person will stand and wait with their back turned and the other will walk up to them and when they turn around, and then the tears of joy ensue.

Pros

1. More Time

This first look time gives your photographer more time to capture those amazing moments that would be missed. It also allows us a little time to get some candid shots of you two interacting before the ceremony.

2. Stress Reducing

Usually, couple portraits are done during portrait hours, on top of the tons of different photos we need to get, this first look allows enough time to grab most of the shots usually taken during portrait hour after the first look, making portrait hour quicker and less stressful for you and the photographer.

3. Private

Instead of seeing each-other for the first time in front of 100+ people, you will see each other in front of close friends, and will have time to interact with each other instead of having the amazing first reveal be in front of everyone. Also, since we'll be able to get a better spot for taking photos we can capture more artistic angles of the couple meeting for the first time!

Cons

1. Later Portraits make for Better Light

Early in the day lighting can look harsh and not complement the skin, this being said, we always make it work and come out the other side with amazing photos!

2. You'll miss cocktail hour

This is very commons, however, some find it very important to socialize with their guests during cocktail hour. We always say "conversations last 5 minutes, photos last a lifetime".

3. Another location might be needed

First looks are always an amazing option if you have the right location for it, personally, my favorite location for a first look is a park!

Olivia & Charles at Pairie Glenn

Married in Orlando at the breathtaking Prairie Glenn, during an amazingly warm Florida day.

We began the day in a quant B&B - the Palmer House. With a halarious set of bridesmaids.

(Makeup by Destiny and Light)

After Olivia got glammed, we went to the outstanding venue's bridal suite for Olivia to dress at the Prairie Glenn!

Queen Anne's Loft

QUEEN ANNE'S LOFT IN NEWPORT, RI IS THE PERFECT SPOT FOR THOSE SEEKING A LOVELY SPACE FOR THEIR WEDDING RECEPTION!

This inviting and warm space is perfect for an intimate reception with your closets friends, with windows overlooking downtown Newport.

The elegance shines through in every table setting, revealing the true care that Queen Anne's Loft puts into their receptions.

With a variety of table settings, even your clothes can match the couple's personality, making this the perfect venue for brides looking to have a venue that resonates with their personality.

As we toured Queen Anne's Loft, Amanda (the owner) went into detail about the work that they recently did to restore the room and create the perfect venue for brides, putting love into every detail.

Even the bar has beautiful reflective granite, perfect for wedding photos or just enjoying a Queen Anne's Loft drink while your night unfolds!

If you'd looking for a venue for an intimate reception, Queen Anne's Loft is perfect! Also, to compliment this lovely space, make sure to check out C&C Design Studio Photography so your photos are as elegant as your reception!

QueenAnnesLoft.com / Newport, RI

QueenAnnesLoft.com / Newport, RI