5 Things to Consider When Selecting a Photographer

Over the past three years we have learned a lot about what bride and grooms are looking for in a photographer. While there are many things to consider when selecting a photographer, we have put together a little list of the five most common inquiries we have here at Nick Corona Photography.


5. Photographer Philosophy

4. Package Offering

3. Location

2. Budget

1. Style

Let us explain them a little...

PHOTOGRAPHER PHILOSOPHY
Your photographer's philosophy is important because it says a lot about their personality. From why they began to photograph weddings to their ideas behind what makes a good photo will affect how they fit into your special day. Here at Nick Corona Photography our philosophy is to capture the atmosphere of the event so you can relive your day moment by moment, photo by photo, for a lifetime. We began doing wedding photography because we want to share in one of the most memorable moments in a couples lifetime: their vow before God, family and friends. At this moment, couples are their most intimate, and we offer pictures that will allow them to remember how they felt as they said, "I Do."


PACKAGE OFFERING
When selecting a photographer, examine their packages and make sure that they include what you are looking for. Some photographers have strict packages, that they will not deviate from. Others customize a package for each client. Nick Corona Photography has packages set up with features included that we have found bride and grooms to be looking for. Any of our packages can be customized, with features removed or added. We want our inclusion in your wedding day to be seamless.

Our most popular feature is our Flush Mounted Albums. These albums are hard bound with leather covers. They come in 8" x 10", 10" x 10" or 12" x 12". They are so popular because they lay flat like a magazine which allows for large format printing. The pages of the flush mount album are thick cardboard and time resilient. Nick designs the flush mount albums with input from the bride and groom so that their album is a direct reflection of their day.


LOCATION
There are two parts to location to keep in mind. First, the location of the photographer (base location) versus the location of your ceremony. Most photographers will travel to your wedding for a minimal fee. The photographers associated with Nick Corona Photography will travel for your consultation, engagements, and wedding. We offer the first 35 miles for free, then after that we charge $1.00 a mile.
The second thing to consider when thinking about location is if you are getting ready at a different place than your ceremony is taking place, and if your reception is at a different place. Again, most photographers will travel for a fee. If you want your photographer taking pictures of you getting ready, at the ceremony and the reception...but they are all in different places...make sure you know what you are going to be charged for their travel.


BUDGET
When contacting a photographer for your event, already have your budget in mind. Most photographers will have set prices for their offerings/packages. Some photographers may offer everything a la carte (individually) so that you can piece together a package that fits your budget. Here at Nick Corona Photography we pride ourselves on being willing to work with any budget. We will customize any of our packages to fit your needs, or piece together a package just for you! We have packages to fit any budget. From our "Feelin' Good" package at just $750.00 up to our "Endless Love" package at $2000.00, we have a variety of options to fit your photography needs.


STYLE
The number one thing to consider when booking a photographer is their style of photography. There are several styles of photography. Traditional, journalistic, contemporary, or fine art. You want your style and your photographers style to match. If you like traditional wedding pictures, make sure that your photographer will take traditional pictures. Same with photojournalistic pictures. If you like the candid, capture the moment pictures, make sure your photographer has expertise in non-traditional pictures. This is the most important part of hiring a photographer for your wedding. You are going to be looking at the pictures for the rest of your life, remembering one of the most important days your and your spouse have had together. You want the pictures to reflect you and your personality, not the photographers personality. Most things can be worked around...but style... that's the most important aspect of your photographer!

There you have it! Five of the most important things to know when you are hiring a photographer for your wedding.

Gigi & Jon

Gigi and Jon got married on the beautiful Soka University campus. Besides beautiful scenery, the bride and groom light up the evening, sharing eye-locking glances and sneaking little kisses. Talk about an amazing couple!

Kara Corona

A new Corona photographer has been born! Kara was born May 27th, 2008.We have taken thousands of pictures of her, but here are a couple of our favorite...



2 days old




10 days old - Newborn portraits




Kara & Nick - Newborn portraits




4 weeks old - Newborn portraits




8 weeks old - Portraits

Sara & Andy

Sara and Andy got engaged last year. We hiked up in the mountains to spend some time doing their engagement pictures in the snow! They turned out fantastic! They just got married last month at the Benedict Castle in Riverside, CA. Here is a selection of their engagement and wedding pictures.
















What an amazing couple!

Wedding Favorites

Recently we have had so many weddings, we have not had a chance to sit down and catch our breath...let alone show you some of our favorite photos! Many couples who contact us compliment the 'style' of photography that Nick accomplishes. In every wedding, we do take the traditional family and bridal court pictures, so for you traditionalist, we gotcha covered...but, we have found that it is the candid, spur of the moment, "I didn't know anyone was looking!" type pictures that really make looking back over your wedding photographs most special.

So, now that we have had a minute to catch up, let me show you some of our favorite pictures from our recent...and some not so recent...weddings.

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Two of our best friends tied the knot on March 16th, 2008 at California Baptist University. The weather was perfect, the decor was perfect, the couple was perfect! Nathan and Jamie were surrounded by family and friends as they began their new life as one.

These are our favorites:

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Sarah & Clint just got married last weekend in Cherry Valley, CA. The garden landscaping was immaculate and the surrounding fields and mountains proved to provide an excellent backdrop. Laughter was ever-present throughout their day...and a few tears every now and then too. Such an amazing couple, it was wonderful getting to know them.

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Ashley & Augusto got married November 3, 2007 in Palm Springs, CA at her grandparents ranch. Not only a beautiful location, but a beautiful couple as well!! Here are a couple of our favorites from their wedding.

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Michelle and Andrew said their vows November 11th, 2007 at Upland Hills Country Club in Upland, CA. The wedding was right next to the lake, in a beautiful gazebo. With the reception hall on site, we were able to take spend some quality time with Michelle and Andy as they tied the knot!

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Robin & Melvyn got married in a church on Victoria Ave in Riverside, CA. The gorgeous church had seating for hundreds, and a revolving stage that aided the groom and his men to enter the ceremony in style! The expression of love saturated the ceremony as Robin and Melvyn took their vows before God.

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Melissa & Mark said "I Do!" at the Indian Hills Country Club in Indian Hills, CA. They showed off their creative side by naming each table after one of their favorite dirt bike spots and playfully using dirt bikes as their wedding cake topper. The weather was perfect...for their perfect day!

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