How to Choose a Norfolk Wedding Photographer
A Calm, Honest Guide for Couples Who Want Real Moments
Choosing your wedding photographer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when planning your wedding — not just because of the photos, but because your photographer will be with you for most of the day.
As a Norfolk wedding photographer, I’ve worked alongside dozens of different photographers and photographed weddings at venues across the county. This guide is designed to help you choose a photographer with confidence — without pressure, jargon, or sales talk.
Start With Style (Not Price)
Before you compare packages or prices, spend time looking at full galleries, not just highlights.
Ask yourself:
Do these photos feel natural?
Do moments look real or staged?
Can you imagine yourselves in these images?
If a photographer’s style doesn’t resonate with you, no amount of experience or awards will change that.
Look for Consistency Across a Full Wedding Day
Anyone can curate a strong Instagram feed. What really matters is how a photographer handles:
morning prep
unpredictable lighting
emotional ceremonies
fast-moving speeches
evening celebrations
Look for full wedding stories that feel consistent from start to finish.
Make Sure You Feel Comfortable With Them
Your photographer isn’t just a supplier — they’re part of your wedding day.
You should feel:
relaxed around them
listened to, not sold to
confident they’ll handle things calmly
If you feel awkward or pressured during early conversations, that feeling usually carries into the wedding day.
Local Experience Matters
Hiring a photographer who regularly works in Norfolk has real advantages.
A local photographer understands:
how light behaves at Norfolk venueshow to plan timelines around travel and sunsetshow venues typically run their days
This experience helps things feel relaxed and avoids unnecessary stress.
If you’re still choosing a venue, my Norfolk wedding venues guide can help you understand how different locations work on a real wedding day.
Ask About Their Approach (Not Their Gear)
Instead of focusing on cameras or lenses, ask:
How do you work during the ceremony?
How do you handle group photos efficiently?
How do you approach couple portraits?
How do you photograph darker venues or evening receptions?
A good photographer will talk about people, moments, and flow — not equipment.
Trust Your Instincts
If you love the work, feel comfortable talking to the photographer, and feel confident in their experience — that’s usually your answer.
The best wedding photography happens when there’s trust on both sides.
Final Thoughts
Your wedding photos should feel like memories, not performances.
Take your time, ask the right questions, and choose someone whose work and approach genuinely resonates with you. You’ll feel the difference on the day — and every time you look back at your photos.