19 Helpful Questions To Ask Your Wedding Photographer In Dayton
November 16, 2023
I have put together 19 helpful questions to ask your wedding photographer which will help you find the perfect one for you. As a longtime Dayton photographer, I find a lot of my wedding couples ask these questions of me. I hope they are helpful to you as well. In other words, if they have been asked of me, I share them with you.
- Why should I hire you to shoot my Dayton wedding?
- I love wedding photography. In 2007 I chose to be a wedding photographer and haven’t regretted it for a day. Capturing artistic and meaningful memories excites me. Check out my unique approach to wedding photography as well as my “How to hire a Dayton wedding photographer” page for more help!
- Can I see a full wedding gallery from the past?
- Yes! Please contact me, and I’d be happy to send you a complete wedding photography gallery.
- Does Kevin photograph my wedding?
- Yes! Kevin is the sole photographer and shoots every wedding.
- Do you require me to pay for you to eat at the reception?
- No!
- How many weddings have you photographed?
- As of March 2023, I have photographed over 225 weddings, 250+ engagement sessions, and more!
A Few More Tips
- Do you provide drone videography or drone photography?
- No, not at this time.
- Do you provide videography?
- Yes! I specialize in Dayton wedding photography and offer wedding films in two wedding packages.
- Can you work with the videographer I hired?
- Sure. I have worked well side-by-side with Dayton videographers.
- Can you photograph my Dayton wedding and Dayton reception if the venues are dark or poorly lit?
- Yes! I carry my lighting and can adapt it to meet your situation. I have photographed in every lighting situation.
- Do you need to attend my rehearsal and/or rehearsal dinner?
- No. While I haven’t been to every location, I have been to most. I am very adaptable and will analyze your venues when I arrive.
Again, Are You Ready For More Tips?
- Should we give you a list of shots?
- Yes! Providing a list of all formal or posed group photos helps me better manage these shots.
- Do you recommend a certain number of hours?
- Yes! I offer a 6-hour package, an 8-hour package, and a 12-hour package, but the 8-hour works for most people.
- We live out of town, can we still book you?
- Yes! I book several wedding couples per year who don’t live in Dayton or Cincinnati. Contact me and we’ll discuss your needs!
- Do you shoot LGBTQ+ weddings same-sex weddings or Trans weddings?
- Yes! I have photographed several same-sex and Trans weddings and always loved them. Love is love, and I believe running an inclusive wedding photography business is the only way to do it
- Can you provide sample wedding day timelines for Dayton, Cincinnati, or Columbus?
- Yes. I am always happy to do this. 6-Hour Wedding Day Timeline – 8-Hour Wedding Day Timeline
- Are you one of the best wedding photographers in Dayton?
- Yes! I am consistently one of the highest-rated wedding photographers in the area on Google, WeddingWire, TheKnot, and Facebook!
- Do I need two wedding photographers?
- Communication is key when it comes to 2 photographers versus 1. Many wedding couples believe that having two photographers is very important. Before dismissing hiring a single photographer, be sure to learn about how I capture every detail of your big day. I have gotten the shot every time.
- Do you work with any assistants at weddings?
- No. I have done all weddings on my own and don’t plan to stop. I love it when wedding couples have wedding planners or wedding coordinators.
Bonus Tips
- Can you recommend a Dayton wedding coordinator or Dayton wedding planner?
- Yes. I have worked with several excellent wedding planners
- Bonus Tip: SHOULD WE SEE EACH OTHER ON OUR WEDDING DAY BEFORE THE CEREMONY
Lastly, please check out my other tips below to make the most of your day!
