Your Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wedding - Apr/May 2019 (Issue 76)

Our local experts offer stellar advice on getting the best value for money on your big day HOT TOPIC Bi g- da y b udg e t i ng yellowdoorphotography.co.uk SNAP HAPPY How can we make sure our wedding photos are of a high quality without costing the earth? Graham says: Next to a house purchase, your wedding probably ranks as one of the biggest expenditures you will have. At such an expensive time, when everyone seems to want a slice of the cake, many couples will try to look at ways to ensure their budget goes as far as possible. Your wedding photos are your memories for life and something you’ll treasure and show generations to come. Friends or weekend photographers can be a false economy. While they may be great at landscapes, they may not have the experience of photographing a wedding under pressure to capture those one-time shots. However, getting friends involved in contributing – on social media or your own wedding website – can be invaluable. This means you can hire the professional photographer at their basic package or for less time. Don’t go for an album package upfront. An album can always be added at a later date. It’s more important to spend that hard-earned cash on quality photography.Is there something unusual or noteworthy about your wedding that the photographer can use to promote themselves? This could be a great way to negotiate a discount within your photographer’s price wiggle room. Do find a couple of photographers you like and who offer quality work. Sometimes, value is not just about getting the cheapest prices but rather the energy and enthusiasm, coupled with what is in the package and who really wants to work with you. Graham Lee | yellowdoorphotography.co.uk 110