Best wishes for your recent engagement! Before you're able to fully put on the beautiful ring on your finger, everyone is going to be asking, "So when's the big day?" Once you choose a date and location, the next big thing to tackle is to find the perfect wedding photographer to capture your memorable day.

So then, how do you find the right photographer for your special day? What questions do you ask him? Again, breathe and remember that this is your day, and your photographer is privileged to play such an important role in it. Consider the following questions to help you figure out who will be capturing the magic of your big day. Every good photographer is going to make sure you get these..

What's Your Taste?

Do you lean more towards the romantic, posed shots? Or do you choose something more candid, like your mom laughing with the wedding party, your dad holding back his tears or the guests having fun on the dance floor? Once you decide the taste of photography you want, you'll find that you can narrow your options in photographers down considerably. You'll also find that many wedding photographers in Minneapolis are willing to tweak their taste based on what you want.

What's Your Theme?

Have you planned theme for your wedding? Few brides and grooms envision rustic or vintage themes, and really let their imagination flow. The end results are unique as they have memorable wedding photos that they can cherish forever. Before you even begin search for a photographer, try to envision exactly how you want your wedding to look. It can't be stressed enough that your wedding is your time to stand out, so make it all about you and what you want!

Do You Require One or Two Photographers?

Many brides and grooms are makes the decision to hire two photographers to shoot the wedding. This is a great way to have two perspectives during the ceremony, with one photographer focusing on shooting candid shots, while the other is busy shooting the wedding party.

What are the Package Details?

Everyone already know what their photographer is going to provide, but how is he/she going to present it? Will they give you a CD of all of your images in hi-res so you can print your own with a copyright release, prints, canvases, or full wedding albums? Make sure to get all of the details about your potential photographer's package options.