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The most important thing to me is getting along with the vendor. I want to make sure I'm comforable working with them so personality is definitely important. Then if you're not satisfied with their packages, ask if they're flexible enough so you can put together your own package with the things you want and need.
I love the vendors I'm getting for my wedding, if you're interested:
ADA Photo--ask for Tony J.--very nice, very sweet, very helpful, great work
Wild Rose--Marie is the absolute best! I've met with several videographers but I never found anyone better!
Tommy Tunes--Joe--fun, fun guy...full of energy. I saw him perform at a showcase and he was great.
Hope that helps

here is a list i received from a fellow bride-to-be with every question you could think of for a photographer. hope it helps!

good luck
sandy

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Name Address
Phone Number
Contact Person
Are you available for our wedding day?
Who will take the pictures on my wedding day?
How may cameras will you use?
What kind of cameras are they?
Do you use medium format?
Do you bring back up equipment with you?
How long have you been photographing weddings?
(Make sure that the photographer you choose is going to work your ceremony AND reception)
Have you ever photographed at our ceremony site?
Have you ever photographed at our reception site?
Have you ever won any awards?
Do you belong to any associations?
Can we see some of your previous wedding work?
Do you like to use candid shots or posed shots?
Will you tell someone that their hair is out of place or to straighten their dress or tie?
Will you tell someone how to position their hands, standing placement, etc?
Do you use black and white, as well as color film?
Do you know how to diffuse lighting and use soft lighting?
Can you take studio portraits?
Are bridal portraits included in your packages?
Where are bridal portraits taken? Can we have them taken at preferred locations?
Will you preview the site ahead of time?
Can you attend the rehearsal?
What kind of equipment/setup do you need?
When should we reserve your services?
DO you require a deposit? How Much
When is the deposit due?
Do you allow installment payments?
When is balance due?
What prices do you charge for you services?
What packages do you offer?
What do you wear to the event?
Are proofs available for purchase? How much
Are negatives available for purchase? How much?
How much will it cost for additional copies, additional options?
How much time?
Do you charge for overtime of additional hours?
How many pictures will be taken?
Style of photography?
Do you take B & W pictures?
Is there an extra charge for B & W?
What do extra pages in album cost?
What do reprints of work cost?
How many photos in an album?
Parents albums?
When will the proofs be ready?
When will the album be ready?
What if we are not satisfied with your work?
Do you guarantee your work?
Is there a cancellation fee?
What if you become injured or ill prior to our date?
How do you coordinate with the videographer?
How will you dress for the wedding?
Can you give us a list of references?

After meeting comments:
Will we feel comfortable working with this person?
Are the sample photos well framed?
Is the lighting appropriate?
Are some photos overexposed? Underexposed?
Can you see details?
Do the people seem relaxed and natural?
Did his references have a positive experience?
Did he fill their orders promptly?