Are you asking yourself: ‘When should I book my wedding photographer?”
Planning a wedding comes with a seemingly endless to-do list, and choosing your photographer might feel like one of many tasks to check off. But let me let you in on a little secret: your wedding photographer should be one of the first vendors you book.
Wondering why? Let’s dive into the timeline and all the benefits of booking early, so you can secure the photographer of your dreams and enjoy a smooth, stress-free planning process!
3 Ten Event Center Wedding | Katrina & Ian | Faribault, MN
Why Early Booking Matters
1. Popular Dates Fill Up Quickly
Wedding photographers (especially those who specialize in natural light and prompt-based posing like me!) often book out months, or even years, in advance—particularly for high-demand seasons like spring, summer, and fall. Whether you’re planning for 2024 or dreaming ahead to 2025, locking in your date early ensures you won’t miss out on your top choice.
Bar on Main Wedding | Cora and Nolan | Waseca, Minnesota
2. More Time to Plan Your Dream Engagement Session
Booking early gives us time to connect, plan, and create a personalized engagement session that perfectly captures your love story. Not only does this session provide beautiful images, but it also helps us build a relationship, so you feel completely at ease in front of the camera on your wedding day.
Cannon River Winery Wedding | Brittany & Nick | Cannon Falls, MN
3. Check Off a Major To-Do (and Reduce Stress!)
Let’s face it—wedding planning can feel overwhelming at times. Booking your photographer early allows you to cross one major decision off your list, giving you peace of mind and one less thing to worry about as the big day approaches.
Ahavah Cottage Wedding | Justine & Brayden | Elysian, MN
Ideal Timeline for Booking Your Wedding Photographer
To make sure you’re ahead of the game, here’s a helpful timeline to guide you:
12-18 Months Before Your Wedding
Start researching photographers.
Browse portfolios and read reviews to get a feel for each photographer’s style.
Reach out to your top choices to check availability and schedule consultations.
10-12 Months Before Your Wedding
Secure your photographer and sign the contract to lock in your date.
Schedule your engagement session (so we can plan for the perfect season, location, and vibe!).
1-2 Months Before Your Wedding
Work with your photographer to finalize your wedding day timeline.
Discuss must-have shots, special details, and the flow of the day.
Week of Your Wedding
Have a pre-wedding consultation to go over last-minute details and confirm everything.
St. Paul College Club | Camille & Luke Wedding | St. Paul, MN
Don’t Wait—Secure Your Date Today!
As someone who’s photographed over 100 weddings, I can’t emphasize enough how important it is to book your photographer as early as possible. Not only does this guarantee availability, but it also gives us time to truly connect, plan, and create an experience that’s as enjoyable as the photos themselves.
Are you ready to secure your date and start planning your unforgettable wedding day photos? I’d love to chat and see if we’re the perfect match!
👉 Head over to my contact page to check availability, or browse my portfolio to see more of my work.
Happy planning, and here’s to capturing your love story in all its beauty! 💍📸
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