Getting married abroad has a lot of perks. Your wedding often costs less overall because you invite fewer guests. You get close to guaranteed weather – great for your destination wedding photography. And you get the excitement of starting your honeymoon without an extra flight.
But finding the right suppliers can be trickier, especially when different languages are involved. It’s essential you choose someone you can trust for your destination wedding photography.
Here are five reasons to consider taking a fine art photographer abroad with you.
It’s not as expensive as you might think for destination wedding photography
When booking your destination wedding photography, be sure to check the exchange rate and be aware that it can fluctuate. If one package costs a thousand euros and the other a thousand pounds, they won’t have the same impact on your bank balance.
They also could end up costing slightly more or slightly less depending on the exchange rate when your payment is due. You could find your savings don’t go as far as you think if the change isn’t in your favour.
Book a UK photographer for your destination wedding photography, on the other hand, and you can have a much clearer perspective on pricing.
Check exactly what amount of travel is included in the investment. Then book flights and accommodation well ahead of time so you know exactly what it will cost. It could be less than you think!
Your engagement shoot can be close to home
Engagement shoots are an invaluable way to chill out in front of the camera and find comfortable poses ahead of time. And by choosing a UK-based photographer for your destination wedding photography, you can have these photos taken without travelling far.
There are two big benefits to this. The first is that you don’t have to foot the bill for another trip abroad just to have your engagement photos taken.
The second is that some of your photos will be taken in a setting that feels like home. It’s a lovely contrast to the destination wedding photography you’ll treasure from the big day. Just take a look at this beautiful Tuscany destination wedding I was lucky enough to photograph.
Nothing gets lost in translation
If you start searching online for destination wedding photography in the region you’ve chosen, it won’t take long before websites in foreign languages begin to appear.
Some will speak enough English to get you through the booking process and answer your questions. Others will be relying on a translator to help.
With something as important as your wedding photos, you don’t want any details to be lost in translation. Take a Britain-based photographer with you, on the other hand, and you can chat endlessly about the types of photo you want. Whether you adore a fine art aesthetic or want cultural traditions to be a focal point, making it happen is simple.
You have more opportunity to get to know each other before the big day
Knowing the person well who is responsible for your destination wedding photography is something that shouldn’t be underestimated. Having a good rapport with them will instantly help you feel at ease, with all the more emotive and natural photos flowing as the result. Take a look at Sheila & Vinoy’s Mauritius wedding to see exactly what I mean.
You can read real couples’ honest reviews in real wedding features
When wedding magazines feature a real wedding interview with the couple, you get incredible access to their feedback and reviews from the start to finish of their wedding day.
This holistic style makes it easy to identify the right photographer for your destination wedding photography. Why? Because you can hear from the couple what pictures they took especially well, what it was like on the day and what the photographer’s style is like.
While photographers from abroad may occasionally feature, you’ll find them vastly outnumbered by UK-based photographers. That makes it easier to choose one to take with you than to meet there with this research tool.
If you’re getting married abroad, get in touch to find out more about my fine art destination wedding photography. Where are you jetting off to?
