There are many wedding photographers in San Diego, so selecting a photographer is both easy and difficult because of the sheer number of photographers. In your search for a wedding photographer, ask the following questions:

• How many years of experience does the wedding photographer has?
Obviously, more is better, but quality of workmanship is even more crucial. Ask to see samples and porfolio of past work. Ask to see 5 or more complete weddings the photographer has done.

• Are you the only photographer showing up to shoot my wedding?
A photographer who shoots the wedding - not an "assistant" - is what you're looking for. Be cautious of studios that photograph multiple weddings the same week or completed 8 weddings in the last month. These studios are more like factories and offer less personal attention, furhtermore the wedding will be photograped by one of the studios many "associate photographer".

• Where in San Diego have you photographed weddings?
Don had photographed weddings ALL OVER San Diego. From North county to South county, the costal areas (La Jolla, Pacific Beach, Coronado), inland areas like La Mesa, El Cajon. After more than 20 years, there's not one area of San Diego Don has not photographed a weddin in - twice!

• Does the photographer offer traditional wedding photography or photojournalism?
The style? We offer you a blend of documentary (or photo-journalistic) imagery and traditional photography. I'm experienced working either in the studio or outdoors at your event. This level of flexibility assures that you'll get exactly what you like from your photography.

• What type of equipment does your the wedding photographer uses?
The choice of camera, lens, and lighting equipment should be discussed with your photographer to make sure the equipment is appropiate for the venue.

• Does the photographer bring backup equipment with him?
The experienced photographer will bring a backup of all essentail equipment and supplies and test the equipment before the actual shoot.

• Does the photographer have liability insurance?
Though it is very rare that a wedding will require the use of liablity insurance, it is better to be safe than sorry.

• Does the photographer take studio portraits?
Don has a studio with all the required equipment to take portriats.

• What is the payment policy of the photographer?
Make sure you get this in writing, and keep all records of payments and transactions.

• What is your cancellation policy of the photographer?
Most photographers offer a cancellation policy, find out what is required and when this must be done by.

•Does your wedding photographer offer a money-back guarantee?
Don offers a money-back guarantee because he is 100% confident you'll love his work! How many other photographers offer this?

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