Lately we have received quit a few e-mails from brides that “had” a wedding photographer but the photographer cancelled on them for all sorts of different reasons. We were happy to be able to help some of them. Unfortunately we weren’t able to help many others because we were already booked on their date. I am the first to stress the importance of booking your photographer early on, especially during popular months like June and September. But what happens when you booked a photographer and later you find out they can’t shoot your wedding? What if for some reason beyond the photographer’s control they’re unable to make your wedding?
Of course a photographer will make every possible effort to fulfill their duties. Let’s be real though, things happen. That is why a back up plan is really important. Before you hire a photographer make sure you talk about their backup plan. Who will shoot the wedding in case they can’t? Will you just receive a refund? Will you be able to find another photographer to shoot your wedding on a short notice?
A Professional should have a network of other photographers that can help them out in a situation like this. We feel fortunate to be friends with amazing fellow photographers that we can call if something was to happen to one of us. Our brides can be sure that no matter what, their wedding day will be captured.
K~B
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