Damage: $1000
This is the most worthy of money I felt we have spent in the whole wedding second to the rings.
We met up with Gilbert, the main photographer/ boss of 9frames, also listed in the Wedding Photographers Network (WPN). Had a discussion, signed the contract for AD photography and now I'm tempted in getting Gilbert to shoot for my pre-wed album in Taiwan. Yes, I don't deny I'm kinda regretting this package I got from the Taiwan studio. I keep thinking about all the what ifs, but we would be bursting our budget if we hire Gilbert.
There are many things to consider in hiring individual photographers to shoot overseas. Because you have to be prepared to pay for his/her airfare, accommodation and food if these are not included in the package. Plus, you, bride and groom, also have to arrange for transports and your own make up artist. On top of these, it's all bring-your-own suits, gowns, props, accessories for the shoot.
Anyway, the fiance says we may not have enough budget for overseas shoot with Gilbert, Nay! but we can always do a lifestyle shoot after the wedding. Yay !
Alrighty, back to topic, my advice to all bride and groom -to-be, get a professional,otherwise be prepared for either works that are not up to expectations or hypocrites with attitude.
P.S. I had friends, plenty of them, who shared with me their story of horrible experiences with non-professional photographers.
