How to Find a Wedding Photographer
Finding a wedding photographer shouldn’t be this hard. You Google it, get overwhelmed with results, open 30 tabs, and have no real way to compare them. The photographers who appear first aren’t necessarily the best. They’re the ones who’ve invested most in marketing.
The wedding industry is changing, but traditional search still rewards SEO skills and advertising budgets over photography talent.
The Problem with Traditional Search
Wedding directories like The Knot and Hitched sell featured placements. The photographers at the top have paid to be there. Google results reflect SEO investment. Social media algorithms favour posting frequency. None of this measures photography quality.
For a deeper look at how these platforms compare, see our comparison of Hitched, Phindr and The Knot.
A Better Approach
Phindr works differently. You browse photographer portfolios with no names, no business branding, no paid placements. Just images. Swipe through like a dating app until you find work that genuinely resonates.
When you match with a photographer, connect directly. No middlemen, no lead fees.
Browse Wedding Photographers on Phindr →
Find Photographers by Location
We’ve created guides for finding photographers across different regions:
UK
USA
- Wedding Photographer in the Pacific Northwest
- Wedding Photographer in Washington State
- Wedding Photographer in Oregon
- Wedding Photographer in Northern California
What to Look For
Style over location. A photographer’s editing approach and shooting style define your photos forever. Someone who shoots light and airy won’t produce moody images just because you ask.
Full galleries over highlights. Anyone can curate 20 stunning images. A full wedding gallery reveals consistency and how they handle the less photogenic moments.
Clear communication. Understand what’s included, when you’ll get photos, and what the editing process looks like.
Understanding Costs
Wedding photography pricing varies significantly by market and experience level:
If you’re a photographer, check out our guide to pricing your wedding photography.
Start Your Search
Your wedding photos will outlast everything else from the day. Start with the work, not the marketing.