HOT TOPIC: wedding worries FALL IN LOVE My wife-to-be and I are getting married next autumn and want some couple shots both in the venue and at the nearby beach. Do you have any suggestions? Beach shots in autumn can be tricky, so I recommend setting aside some time just before sunset or what is known as ‘golden hour’ to get some lovely shots, as the colours at that time of day will look wonderful. Chat with your photographer about possible locations in and around your venue. Meet with them at your venue and walk around the grounds, or if that’s not possible, your photographer should visit the space anyway or know it well so you can chat through options in your final meeting. You could always use Google maps or look on the venue’s website to get some ideas as well. Christina Davies www.fish2.co.uk Our experts solve your problems www.fish2.co.uk www.marinawalkerphoto.com PICTURE PERFECT I want to book our photographer and was wondering how I can keep the price down without compromising on quality? When you’re planning your wedding and have a strict budget to work with, it can be hard to know where to save money. When it comes to your wedding photography, knowing what’s important to you will help you make the best decision. Most of my couples value photography and want to feel relaxed knowing they have booked someone easy to get along with, who has years of wedding photography experience and will deliver a gallery of images consistent with what they’ve seen on my social media accounts and website and are happy to pay what I charge for my services. Having said this, once you have found a photographer whose work you love, you could have a look at the different packages that they offer. For instance, I offer a full-day photography package with a second shooter and a pre-wedding shoot included, but if you wanted to save a bit of money, you could book me for a full day without the extras. I also have a part-day option that would cost less than a full day. Talk to your chosen photographer and be honest about your budget constraints; it might be that they could meet you in the middle or do a couple of hours less on the day to accommodate your budget. Marina Walker www.marinawalkerphoto.com EXPERT ADVICE 51
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