How to find a wedding photographer

How to find a wedding photographer

Looking for a wedding photographer 

Sometimes we get consumes by the world, stress, and obviously the planning of a wedding. Couple's who are engaged sometimes have a difficulty finding the right wedding photographer for their special day .   Years, months, days will pass, but the wonderful moments created by wedding professionals around , will live forever in your memories. Good  wedding photographer's are  hard to come by. Unfortunately , there are no guidelines to this type of field. For example, Doctors,, teachers, accountants, require many years of schooling and sometimes internships before they can start to perform their regular duties . However, wedding photographer's are considered artists, so it is an open book . There are no guidelines to art, it is whatever the person feels , and he/she expresses it through their photographs.
When a couple gets engaged, first comes the venue, once that is decided, usually the photography is the next in line.  A photographer that will capture your moments , with your vision making your day a  memorable one.  A wedding photographer with an artistic sense can give what you have been dreaming of.
Here are some tips on how to determine the right wedding photographer for your big day .
First and foremost, you need to determine your style. Every photographer is different , therefore really study your vision for your wedding day. Many times you can look on google or Pinterest to get a feel for what your style is.  Really determine the style before choosing your wedding photographer. For instance, 2 styles that I come into contact often are traditional vs modern . A traditional photographer, is a photographer who has a classical style . Focuses on the formalities , and usually repeats his/herself in many situations. The photograph's and subject may change, but the inspiration is very classical . A modern wedding photographer, implements many aspects that  aren't ordinary. For example, something very popular could be the use of photographing the subject without actually looking at the camera. These types of moments are referred to as "candid " moments.  If you prefer a family oriented wedding photographer most likely , a classical photographer is what you are searching for .  However, if you prefer your wedding to look like a love store unfold's then a modern photographer is what you are looking for .
There are many ways to find a wedding photographer .  There are many websites for this purpose. You have to use specific words concerning the type of your desired wedding photography. You can search “Wedding photographer / Wedding photography” with the actual city or state of reference.
Reference the wedding photographer you have found with other wedding websites such as (wedding wire, the knot, long island bride and groom , etc). While checking the work is important, also cross reference the searches with reviews by clients. Also , place a phone call to the wedding photographer  and get to know him/her. Get a feel for your comfort level, is this someone you want on your big day. You should takes some notes about what you like related to the photos, reviews, personalities, and compared them.
It is not possible for you to visit every single wedding photographer out there, but you can pick from 3.  When visit their studio location , find out if they have ever been to your venue. Ask them to show you samples such as , albums, prints, thank you cards, also Entire wedding samples. This will help you make the right decision for your big day . Choosing the photographer for your wedding is a difficult decision. Give yourself some time  to make this decision. When you feel comfortable and sure about your decision then sign the contract with your photographer.

We hope this advice helps everyone who read it. Should you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact us . Info@originphotos.com .

"The chief"
Fil B

How Do You Begin To Plan A Wedding..?

Starting or thinking of starting a wedding is extremely difficult . For the most part this process will give you Stress, and perhaps you may either loose or gain a few pounds from this. It takes alot out of someone especially when you have never planned an event this important before. I normally say "leave it to the pros" but in this case we understand that planning wedding can be very expensive. Sometimes budget decisions need to be address and this is where we find the most difficulty .



Sit down with your fiancee' and create a vision board or for a better word " Wedding vision".
What kind of music, food, entertainment , photographer, venue, sanctuary, would you like to utilize for this memorable day ? These are very broad questions but each require a sum that will allocate and add to your pending budget.

You absolutely HAVE to pick the date first, even if it's a couple of years in advance. Lots of places give discounts if you have your wedding during off-season or if you have it on a Friday or a Sunday.
Then perhaps you can make a guest list to see how many people you think will attend so you can access . Some receptions halls want a minimum of people to attend the party .

Perhaps you can be a little more organized and get a binder for your wedding ideas, pictures, receipts, etc with dividers for: Ceremony, Attendants, Music, Guest List, Attire, Reception, Honeymoon, Budget, Contracts/Receipts, Vendors and Venues, etc. or if you don't want to do that , with all of the different technology that's out there I'm sure you have an ipad or an iphone you can use :).


Start searching for the area in which you want to get married. Is it a destination wedding ? Or is it a local wedding ?


Star researching cuts and styles of dresses you like for yourself and your attendants. Pinterest usually has enormous galleries on wedding gown. It is very popular. We actually create a board on this, Check it out HERE .

Keep in mind that you should not spend your entire savings on your wedding because you will need it later to purchase a home or an apartment .

We hope this helps . Should you have any other questions please don't hesitate to contact us
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Looking for a Long Island Wedding Photographer

Looking for a Long Island Wedding Photographer

Wedding photographs create a lasting reminder about one of the most precious moments in a couple’s lives. Due to this grave importance, it is imperative to find a reputable Long Island Photographer with enormous experience and level of expertise who will be able to capture every single moment of the event in a clear and concise manner. In order to avoid last minute rush and disappointment, every couple should start searching for the right photographer early enough so that they can have ample time to make the right choice.

The initial step towards finding the right photographer is to first identify the style of wedding photography you want for your wedding. To achieve this, you may need to read through a few magazines to see the style that you believe will enable you recapture the memories of the great day.
Identifying the desired style of wedding photography is important because there are different types of wedding photography and not all photographers will have the competency to handle all of them as you would love. Once you determine the style, you can then go ahead and search only for those that are conversant with your preferred style. They include classic, traditional, and photojournalistic styles.

Next step that follows after you have identified the style you want is to search for the actual Long Island wedding photographer. You can do a random search in the internet using search tags such as “wedding photographer”, experienced Long Island wedding photographer” and go through the websites that show up. But the ideal method is to ask friends and families if they know of a good photographer they can recommend.

Whichever means you use to get the photographer, before you can enlist their services, ensure that you see actual samples of their work.  This does not mean visiting their studios alone but also asking for references of past clients they have worked for. If possible, try to make a visit to one of the references and have a look at some of their weeding photos. Only make the final decision after you are convinced with their quality of work.

In order to narrow down quickly to a particular Long Island wedding photographer, you need to also have a budget to work with. Different photographers will have different packages and it is important that you engage into discussions with those whose packages can fit your budget without having to break your bank. While you do so, you should have in mind that the final price is a product of negotiations, but you should not be misled in taking a cheap photographer who might compromise on quality and ruin your chance to capture the most interesting moments of your ‘D’ day.















"The Chief "
Filippo Barbarotto