Booking photographer before Christmas

fiveyearsapril · December 2011

Wasn't too sure where to put this....JUST got engaged on Christmas and still learning my way around the boards...

Here is my dilemma. We have picked a date- December 22, 2012. (12.22.12. LOVE IT) We are meeting with the pastor January 12 to finalize. I am NOT willing to sacrifice on the pastor...we have both grown up going to church together, he did our confirmation, and baptized me! BUT I found a perfect photographer. Amazing pictures, prices, and personality. She told me she already has wedding booked for 2013-my date is just one of the few she has left for next year.

How can I "hold" my spot? Obviously I have my heart set on 12.22.12 but understand it may need to change if it doesn't work out with the pastor. So what do I tell the photographer?

jagore08 · December 2011

If you can't finalize with the pastor now then ask if you can put down a small deposit ($20) with the photographer and explain your situation with the pastor.

kmmssg · January 2012

Make sure that you are touching base with your "must haves" - immediate family, g'parents, WP, etc to make sure they are available also. Keep in mind that you are choosing the weekend just prior to Christmas and a lot of families use that to visit one set of parents or the other. I can see where some people may not be able to work that out for you.

I know you are in love with the date, but don't get so wrapped up in the pastor and photographer that you ignore what will work for your must-have, non-negotiable people in both families.

KatePlusNate04 · January 2012

Ditto PP. Can't your pastor look at his/her schedule right now and at least tell you over the phone if they're available that date? That way, you can go ahead and book the photographer for sure.