Should You Hire Two Photographers For Your Wedding?

Why a second photographer could be the wedding perk you’re looking for.

Weddings – they just about take a village to pull off. Between all the details that make your wedding “you” to the many guests who make it meaningful, weddings are a bit of a journey with multiple stages and memories that will last a lifetime.

I have to admit – it’s impossible for a single photographer to be everywhere at once for the wedding, not to mention the prep time leading up to it. While I’ve honed in on how to capture the brightest moments, there’s still nothing like having a photography partner to share the day with and to help capture the moments you won’t ever want to forget.

Here are 3 big reasons why we recommend having a second photographer at your wedding.

Having two photographers allows you to document more of your day

Oftentimes, the early part of a wedding story can be missing from photo sessions due to the couple being in different locations while they get ready. Having two wedding photographers allows you to capture both wedding parties preparing for the big day, even if it means hours in separate locations. Even if the couple is getting ready at the same location, it’s still helpful and a good idea to shoot them each separately, before they join guests and ceremonies officially begin.

2. It can help create a more complete and enhanced story of your day

Having a second photographer can also allow for more creative photo albums and storybooks, with more angles presented for every key moment and many more emotional moments captured. For example: During a “first look” moment between the couple, one photographer can shoot the couple while the other can capture the reactions of loved ones around them.

3. It helps your lead photographer work more efficiently

When two photographers are present, one often assists the other in the production side of shooting a multi-hour event. They help with things like setting up lighting and tripods, gathering family members for photos, and other key tasks a photographer would typically have to take care of on their own. One photographer can essentially free up the other to focus on shooting rather than dealing with equipment.

I hope you’ll consider hiring two photographers for your wedding. I work with some amazing photographers throughout Colorado who also happen to be dear friends – I’d love to get to know you and your wedding plans to see if we might be a good fit!