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Here is a selection of Q&As from Your Hampshire and Dorset Wedding magazine whether it be about flowers, hair and makeup, fashion, wedding themes, health & beauty, cakes, stationery, legal advice. If you would like your question answered by our experts, please email it to editor@yourhampshiredorset.wedding
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Picture Perfect
| Q | How do we choose the perfect photographer for our wedding day? |
| A | Howard Chin says: Choosing the perfect wedding photographer is one of the most important decisions for your big day. After all, the photos are the lasting memories you'll cherish forever. Your photographer should be easy to talk to and available whenever needed. They should understand your vision and proactively plan the shots you want. A good supplier will take the time to understand what you like and don't like. They should be flexible and willing to incorporate your ideas into their creative process. Weddings often involve wrangling large groups for photos. Your photographer must be skilled at organising people efficiently and engaging with you and guests. This ensures that photo sessions are stress free, fun and lively, capturing genuine smiles and candid moments. A creative photographer will suggest fun and unique ideas for your photos, helping to capture the spirit of your wedding. They should know how to maximise your venue and the available light. Your wedding is a celebration, not a photoshoot. Choose someone who can organise shots quickly so you can spend more time enjoying your day. The best moments of your wedding day often happen spontaneously. A great photographer is attentive and always on the lookout for those special, unscripted moments that truly capture the essence of your day. This skill sets apart a good photographer from a great one. |
Howard Chin, Chin's Images
Capturing memories
| Q | We're both a bit camera shy and anxious about photos on our wedding day, but we also want a lovely album to look back on. Can you offer us some advice? |
| A | Robbie Khan says: As a documentary wedding photographer, my main focus revolves around capturing moments without you even realising; this is especially perfect for those who are a bit conscious in front of the camera. I often show my couples the photos taken, which immediately helps increase their confidence. Everyone is much more relaxed a couple of shots later. Most people don't like having their photos taken, so slowly building selfconfidence is vital to getting perfect wedding portraits. I also offer prewedding shoots where possible, which not only adds an extra comfort level for lovebirds but an additional set of images to add to the album! |
Robbie Khan, Robbie Khan Photography
Through the lens
| Q | We're not the best posers, but we would love a few snaps in the venue's wintry grounds. What should we do? |
| A | Nikki Legg says: Finding a photographer you feel comfortable around on your wedding day is essential. If you're super relaxed in front of the camera or are looking for natural-style photos, then search for photographers with that type of style. Ask for a consultation with prospective suppliers and ask plenty of questions to help put your mind at ease. You'll also see how well you connect with each photographer, which is essential as they'll be with you throughout the day. It's important to have a fun and light-hearted relationship, which is something I have with my couples. I discuss and establish how intimate clients what this to be during their engagement session, which I include in my wedding packages. Most of what I do is natural but directed to ensure my couples don't feel awkward in front of the camera – this allows me to capture authentic, beautiful moments. |
Nikki Legg, Nikki Legg Photography
