Preparations for weddings are done much before the final day because couples hope to make this special day grand and perfect. From wedding ceremony to reception, every aspect needs to be looked after. Wedding photography cannot be overlooked and taken lightly since pictures of your wedding day stay with forever and remind you about minutest details of the day. Photographers and couples need to be well prepared so that no untoward incident can spoil the complete album.

Prior Meetings

Couples and photographers need to sit for a meeting or a series of meetings before the wedding day. This will help them understand each other's view points and be clear about how the pictures should turn out to be. This not only helps the photographer acknowledge priorities, but also improves the comfort level between the couple and the photographer. So, the couple can present their vision openly. The photographer on the other hand provides expert opinion and working style. You can give a list of your priorities about photographs to the photographer to avoid goof ups.

Visit to the Venue

You should take the photographer to the venue in advance and discuss the complete layout. Every detail like the position of the wedding cake, the placement of the chairs and tables and the dining area must be shown. Whether an open area or an enclosed hall, lighting plays a major role in photography. Therefore, the photographer needs to make proper assessments on the lighting angles so that the best picture with apt brightness is captured. In case of inadequate lighting, photographer needs to carry a TTL flash which will provide sufficient light.

Trial Sessions

A trial photography session can be carried out. It helps couples become more camera-friendly and prepares them to pose in a relaxed mood. The photographer also gets to educate them on the angles and strike the right pose without any inhibitions. A comfort level develops that makes things easier on the wedding day. The photographer may also give a tip on how to accentuate the look of the bride and the groom on the wedding day.

Back-up Plans

Couples should ensure that the photographer keeps a spare camera with him on the wedding day. Before finalizing the deal, discuss back-up plans in detail. Spare batteries and extra memory cards are a must. A wide range of lenses helps the photographer take close-up shots as well as wide frame shots with complete ease. Couples should also seek clarification in advance on whether the photographer has a back-up plan in case some important and unavoidable aspect prevents him from turning up on your wedding day.

Price Negotiation and Rights Clarification

Couples need to talk about the cost factor before finalizing the contract. The advance payments and final payment issues must be discussed to avoid last minute disagreements. Photographers should make it clear that they hold the rights of the photographs clicked during the wedding and can be used in advertisements and other promotional activities. In order to print the images from other sources, couples need to buy the rights by paying appropriately.

With these pre-wedding preparations, you can be assured of a flawless wedding album.