I have asked a very dear friend who is great with a camera if she would take our engagement photos. She will probably not ask for payment, but it would be rude not to compensate her for her services.
What would be an appropriate amount for something like that?
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Definitely compensate your friend for doing the photo shoot. A gift is nice but I would personally opt for money since not only is she taking the time out to do it but money will also help 'pay for' her camera, supplies, etc. I would research standard prices in your area and compensate her comparably. We're working with friends for both our cake and flowers and plan on 'tipping' them what outside vendors would normally charge us for labor, supplies, etc.
One of my bridesmaids is also a calligrapher and she addressed my save the dates, is addressing all of my invitations and we are going to be borrowing her beautiful handwriting for a variety of other wedding projects. She would not accept money from us, but all of the work she is doing is going to be her wedding gift to us and we truly appreciate it. That is another way you could go.
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