A Chapel Hill, NC Winter Wedding at The Carolina Club

"This beautiful couple loved the traditional and formal feeling of weddings that they attended together so were inspired to keep their wedding day that way. A winter wedding with romantic greenery and white flowers, Olivia planned out every detail, down to the watercolor calligraphy technique she learned to address her envelopes and create place cards.

The DIY-ing continued right up until the eve of the wedding with Olivia, her mom and sisters creating signs for the reception. This turned into one of many fond memories she has of the weekend. Chip and Olivia’s big day did not go entirely as planned with the couple waking up to 6 inches of snow on the ground, which in the south means the world stops! Some of their guests were not able to make it to their big day but luckily several of them made the trek to celebrate."

Accommodations: Carolina Inn | Ceremony Venue: University Presbyterian Church | Reception Venue: The Carolina Club | Photography: Elly's Photography | Floral: Tre Bella | Videography: Carolina Story Film Co. | Wedding Cake: Simply Cakes | Makeup: Be Pretty | Band: Liquid Pleasure | Hair: Avanti Hair | Transportation: Lifestyle Limo | Wedding Dress: Dar-Lynn's Bridal | Submitted via: Matchology
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3 Tips for Booking A Destination Wedding Photographer

Sponsored with love by Duccio Argentini Photography

Destination weddings are becoming more and more a thing and while more brides are asking me for destination wedding tips, I figured this would be the perfect opportunity to share some of my tips for booking a destination wedding photographer, while sharing some of the gorgeous work of Duccio Argentini Photography, an Italy-based wedding photographer.

3 Tips for Booking A Destination Wedding Photographer - Tuscany Florence Wedding Photographer – Italy Wedding Venues – Duccio Argentini Photography - Wedding Blog

1. Language

Of course, loving their work is one thing but actually being able to easily communicate with your photographer on your wedding day is imperative. You'll be with them all day and you'll want to be able to communicate the photos you want so nothing is missed. Schedule a Skype or FaceTime session or even a phone call with your destination wedding photographer before booking them for your wedding day to ensure communication and language won't be an issue.

3 Tips for Booking A Destination Wedding Photographer - Tuscany Florence Wedding Photographer – Italy Wedding Venues – Duccio Argentini Photography - Wedding Blog

2. Photography Style

There are so many styles of photography out there from vibrant colors to muted, warm or cool tones, posed or spontaneous...and the list goes on. No one style is better than another -- the best style is the style YOU love.

Browse not one wedding, but many of their weddings. Browse full wedding features to ensure you love the variety they have to offer. And most of all, make sure you love their work.

3 Tips for Booking A Destination Wedding Photographer - Tuscany Florence Wedding Photographer – Italy Wedding Venues – Duccio Argentini Photography - Wedding Blog

3. Referrals

Ask for bride referrals and ask for vendor references and talk to as many people as you can to ensure you're booking someone reliable. If someone has 100 amazing reviews, then most likely, you've found a good one.

3 Tips for Booking A Destination Wedding Photographer - Tuscany Florence Wedding Photographer – Italy Wedding Venues – Duccio Argentini Photography - Wedding Blog

If you're looking for a Florence or Tuscany wedding photographer, scroll on down to browse one of my favorite Italian wedding photographers -- Duccio Argentini Photography. And click here to browse more of his gorgeous work.

3 Tips for Booking A Destination Wedding Photographer - Tuscany Florence Wedding Photographer – Italy Wedding Venues – Duccio Argentini Photography - Wedding Blog
3 Tips for Booking A Destination Wedding Photographer - Tuscany Florence Wedding Photographer – Italy Wedding Venues – Duccio Argentini Photography - Wedding Blog
3 Tips for Booking A Destination Wedding Photographer - Tuscany Florence Wedding Photographer – Italy Wedding Venues – Duccio Argentini Photography - Wedding Blog
3 Tips for Booking A Destination Wedding Photographer - Tuscany Florence Wedding Photographer – Italy Wedding Venues – Duccio Argentini Photography - Wedding Blog
3 Tips for Booking A Destination Wedding Photographer - Tuscany Florence Wedding Photographer – Italy Wedding Venues – Duccio Argentini Photography - Wedding Blog
3 Tips for Booking A Destination Wedding Photographer - Tuscany Florence Wedding Photographer – Italy Wedding Venues – Duccio Argentini Photography - Wedding Blog
3 Tips for Booking A Destination Wedding Photographer - Tuscany Florence Wedding Photographer – Italy Wedding Venues – Duccio Argentini Photography - Wedding Blog
3 Tips for Booking A Destination Wedding Photographer - Tuscany Florence Wedding Photographer – Italy Wedding Venues – Duccio Argentini Photography - Wedding Blog

A Hollis Botanical Gardens Wedding

"Meagan and Greg met in 2012 at work and as fate would have it, they became best friends after being paired as partners in several projects together. Meagan describes them as inseparable and Greg as the man of her dreams. Their day was the perfect blend of whimsical details and elegant attire and decor, such a lovely Hollis Botanical Gardens wedding."

Photography: Kismis Ink Photography | Ceremony Venue: Hollis Gardens | Wedding Planning: Linda Marie Weddings & Events | Floral: Hannah's Floral | Videography: Rad Red Creative | Linens: Kate Ryan Linens | Rentals: A Chair Affair | Catering: Olympia Catering | Rentals: Kate Ryan Linens | Hair: Collective Creations | Makeup: Lindsay Does Makeup | Reception Venue: MAGNOLIA BUILDING | Entertainment: THE SUPER STARS | Favors: Cheryl's | Officiant: Erik Swanson | Photo Booth: a pic above the rest | Lighting: Graingertainment | Bar: SPUNKY SPIRITS | Stationery: Zazzle | Wedding Dress: CC's Boutique | Groom's Attire: Calvin Klein | Veil: BLANCA VEILS | Bridesmaid Dresses: Vow To Be Chic | Accessories: GLAMHERBANDS | Submitted via: Matchology