photo by Dani Purington
When it comes to the topic of whether or not to hire a second photographer for your wedding, there’s a lot of information out there. Luckily, you’ve come to the right place for advice from expert photographers around the world. We’ve put together everything you need to know about hiring a second photographer—including what they do, when you should have one, and when you probably can save that investment to use somewhere else!
The role of a second photographer (from a lead photographer’s POV)
You may be wondering, “What does a second photographer even do"” And, trust us, that’s not a bad question!
The second photographer is there to assist your lead photographer. Their main role is to capture moments from a different perspective and provide photography coverage during moments when the lead photographer can’t be in two places at once. For example, if you and your partner are getting ready in different locations, your second photographer will capture moments at one while the lead is at the other. A second photographer might use a different lens, photograph a different angle, or help the lead by providing a second pair of eyes to pay attention to details.
photo by Laura Palacios Photography; see more of this elopement inspiration here!
Common misconceptions about second photographers
There’s a lot of talk about second photographers in magazine articles, wedding Facebook groups (have yo...