Questions to Ask Your Wedding Photographer

Overview

The essential questions to ask any Perth wedding photographer or videographer before booking, so you know exactly what you're getting for your money.

Booking a wedding photographer or videographer is one of those decisions you only really get to make once. Here are the questions worth asking before you sign anything — the answers tell you a lot more than the price alone.

Questions About the Day Itself

**1. How many hours are actually covered? **Get the exact start and end time, not just “full day.”

**2. Will you personally be shooting my wedding? **Some studios book you with the owner but send an associate — worth confirming.

**3. Is a second shooter included or an extra cost? **Relevant for larger guest lists or multi-location days.

**4. What happens if you're sick on the day? **Ask about backup plans and backup equipment.

Questions About What You'll Receive

**5. How many edited images or minutes of film will I get? **Vague answers here are a red flag.

**6. Is the full ceremony filmed, or just a highlight reel? **Some videography packages only include highlights unless you ask.

**7. What's the delivery timeline? **Weeks and months matter — get this in writing.

**8. Do I own the rights to my images and film? **Confirm you can print and share them freely.

Questions About the Business

**9. Do you have insurance? **Most reputable Perth venues require vendors to carry public liability insurance.

**10. What deposit and payment schedule do you require? **Get this, and cancellation terms, in a written contract.

Red Flags to Watch For

Vague answers on hours or deliverables, no written contract, pressure to book on the spot, and a portfolio made up only of best-of highlights rather than full galleries are all worth pausing on.

For a full breakdown of realistic Perth pricing to compare quotes against, see our complete price guide.

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FAQs

Q: What's the most important question to ask a wedding photographer? A: How many hours are actually covered and what you'll receive afterwards — these two answers tell you more about value than the price alone.

Q: Should I get a written contract? A: Yes, always. A written contract should cover hours, deliverables, delivery timeline, deposit, and cancellation terms.

Q: Is it normal for photographers to require a deposit? A: Yes, a deposit or non-refundable booking fee to secure your date is standard practice across the industry.

Q: What's a red flag when choosing a wedding photographer? A: Vague answers about hours or deliverables, no written contract, or pressure to book immediately without time to think it over.