The important things to first is ask for photographer recommendations from family, friends and co-workers.Ask the photographer if he/she is the one who will be photographing your wedding. If so, that should be stated in the contract. If not, request to meet personally with the photographer who will be shooting your wedding and review photos from several events before making a decision.Does the photographer know the policy of your church, synagogue or other institution; some have very specific rules regarding photography.
