Questions to ask your wedding photographer

A portfolio shows highlights. A full gallery shows consistency — how a photographer handles dark rooms, rain, big groups and quieter moments.

Ask how much direction they give. Some photographers orchestrate; others observe. Choose the one that matches how you want your day to feel.

Professional photographers shoot to two memory cards at once, carry backup equipment and have a plan if they're unwell. It's a fair question to ask.

Ask about delivery timescales, online galleries, downloads and whether albums are available.