Choosing a wedding photographer in Pensacola is about much more than pretty photos it’s about trusting someone to manage chaos, handle beach weather, and keep you relaxed while capturing real emotion. This guide gives you specific questions to ask, plus examples of what a strong answer looks like based on how KDH Weddings works.
Quick Question & Answer Reference Guide
| Question to Ask | Short KDH Weddings Example Answer |
|---|---|
| How would you describe your photography and editing style? | KDH Weddings blends documentary, timeless, and fine‑art styles with a focus on natural emotion, clean color, and a cinematic feel rather than trendy filters. |
| How do you balance candid moments with posed portraits? | Korbin gives simple direction for portraits so you feel confident, then steps back to let genuine moments unfold, capturing real laughter, tears, and in‑between details. |
| Can we see at least two full wedding galleries, not just highlight photos? | Yes, KDH Weddings is happy to share full, start‑to‑finish galleries so you can see how an entire day is covered in different lighting and locations. |
| How familiar are you with Pensacola venues and local beach conditions? | As a local Pensacola photographer, Korbin regularly works at popular venues and along the beach, knows where the best light is, and has backup spots ready if weather or crowds change plans. |
| Have you handled large wedding parties or complex families before? | Yes, KDH Weddings often works with big bridal parties and extended families, organizing groups quickly and calmly so you get the photos you want without feeling rushed. |
| Do you offer both photography and videography? | Yes. KDH Weddings offers photography, videography, or both together so your photos and films have a cohesive style and one lead managing the full visual story. |
| Do you work with a second shooter? When do you bring one? | Korbin usually works solo and only brings a second photographer when absolutely necessary for very large or complex weddings, keeping the second focused on photos while he handles video. |
| What is your typical turnaround time for our full gallery and any films? | Most couples receive their finished online gallery and wedding film in about 6–8 weeks, fully edited and ready to download and share. |
| Do you deliver RAW files? Why or why not? | RAW files aren’t normally delivered because they don’t reflect the final cinematic look KDH provides, and most people can’t use them. On rare occasions they can be purchased at a premium if truly needed. |
| How many final images can we expect, and how will we receive them? | Depending on your package, you can expect roughly 150+ images for 2 hours up to 600+ for 8 hours, delivered in a high‑resolution online gallery you can share and download from. |
| Can you walk us through your packages and what’s included? | KDH Weddings offers 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10‑hour options with clear coverage windows and minimum image counts, and can customize hours around your timeline if needed. |
| How does your retainer and payment schedule work? | A 40% retainer locks in your date, and the remaining balance is due by the wedding day. After the retainer, you can split the balance into as many payments as you want. |
| Can we split our hours between the wedding day and another session? | Yes. For example, you can book 8 hours, use 6 on the wedding day and 2 for a sunrise or beach session another day, with no extra fee for splitting. |
| What happens if we need to reschedule our wedding date? | You get one free date move as long as the new date is within 12 months and still available; beyond that, KDH will work with you case‑by‑case. |
| What is your travel radius, and are there extra fees? | Travel within about 100 miles of downtown Pensacola (roughly Destin to Gulf Shores) is included; beyond that, modest travel fees may apply. |
| How do you handle overtime if the night runs long? | If you decide you want more coverage, overtime can be added on the day at a clear hourly rate, and you can make that call anytime before the final scheduled shot. |
| Are your services taxed, and what about albums or physical products? | Photography and videography services themselves are not taxed in Florida, but physical items like albums or USB boxes are taxed at the current local rate when shipped. |
| How do you handle bad weather or last‑minute location changes? | KDH builds backup plans into your timeline and can quickly pivot whether that means moving indoors, reworking the shot list, or scheduling a follow‑up portrait session if weather cancels couple photos. |
| How do you deal with timelines that fall behind? | Korbin calmly reorders the must‑have photos, trims non‑essentials, and keeps everyone moving and relaxed so you still get your priority images even if things run late. |
| Do you have any rules about guests taking photos or video? | Guests are welcome to take photos, but KDH asks that everyone stays out of the aisle and seated during the ceremony so phones and bodies don’t block your key moments. |
| What do your couples say they appreciate most about working with you? | Couples often mention feeling like he “saved the day” when plans changed, that he kept them laughing, handled big groups smoothly, and delivered galleries quickly. |
| How will you help us feel comfortable in front of the camera? | KDH uses simple, natural prompts and conversation so you never feel stiff or over‑posed; most couples say it feels more like hanging out than being “in a photoshoot.” |
| What do you need from us to do your best work? | Honest communication, a realistic timeline, and a short list of true must‑have photos then the freedom to be creative and adapt to light, weather, and real moments as they happen. |
| How would you describe the overall KDH Weddings experience in a sentence or two? | A calm, personalized, and fun experience where your day is documented with natural, cinematic imagery and you feel fully taken care of from first message to final gallery. |
Start with Style and Fit
1. “How would you describe your photography and editing style?”
Look for clear language that matches what you want (documentary, timeless, fine‑art, cinematic, etc.). A KDH‑style answer would be: a blend of documentary, timeless, and fine‑art focused on natural emotion, clean color, and cinematic depth rather than trendy filters.
2. “How do you balance candid moments and posed portraits?”
You want someone who can both direct confidently and disappear into the background. At KDH Weddings, the goal is to guide you enough that you feel confident, then step back to capture organic moments, laughter, quick glances without forcing anything.
3. “Can we see at least two full wedding galleries, not just highlights?”
Full galleries show how a photographer handles every part of the day: bright sun, dark receptions, family formals, and tiny in‑between moments. Any photographer you’re seriously considering should be happy to share full galleries.
Experience and Local Knowledge
4. “How familiar are you with Pensacola venues and beach conditions?”
Local experience matters for traffic, light, and weather. KDH Weddings regularly works at places like Barkley House, 5eleven Palafox, and along Pensacola and Navarre beaches, which means knowing:
- Where the best light falls at different times.
- Which spots work when the wind is wild or the tide is unusually high.
- Backup locations nearby if a portrait plan has to change fast.
5. “Have you handled large wedding parties or complex family dynamics?”
Ask for a real example. For instance, KDH Weddings has managed very large wedding parties and extended families with the sun actively setting organizing groups quickly, keeping people relaxed, and getting every must‑have shot done before dark.
Coverage: Photo, Video, and Team Size
6. “Do you offer both photography and videography?”
If you want both, ask how they stay cohesive. With KDH Weddings, couples often book photography and videography together to get:
- A single vision and consistent style across photo and film.
- One lead managing the overall visual story, instead of two disconnected vendors.
7. “Do you work with a second shooter? When is one actually necessary?”
Look for a thoughtful answer, not a blanket rule. KDH Weddings typically works solo and only brings a second photographer when it’s truly needed (very large weddings, especially complex timelines, or specific extra coverage) and keeps the second on photography while Korbin focuses on video.
Editing, RAWs, and Delivery
8. “What is your typical turnaround time for our full gallery and any films?”
You want a clear, realistic timeframe. KDH Weddings typically delivers the full gallery and video in about 6–8 weeks, fully edited and ready to share.
9. “Do you deliver RAW files? Why or why not?”
A professional answer explains the reasoning. At KDH Weddings, RAW files aren’t normally delivered because most people can’t use them to recreate the cinematic look you see in the portfolio. On very rare occasions they can be purchased, but at a premium price because they’re unfinished work outside the usual experience.
10. “How many final images can we expect, and how are they delivered?”
KDH Weddings gives clear expectations by package for example, 150+ images for 2 hours, 300+ for 4 hours, 600+ for 8 hours delivered via an online gallery in high resolution.
Pricing, Contracts, and Flexibility
11. “Can you walk us through your packages and what’s included?”
You should hear specific hours, deliverables, and prices, not vague ranges. KDH Weddings offers clearly defined packages such as:
- 2 hours – ceremony, portraits, family – 150+ images.
- 4 hours – prep through portraits and family – 300+ images.
- 6, 8, and 10‑hour options up to full‑day, multi‑location coverage.
12. “How does your retainer, payment schedule, and payment plan work?”
A strong answer includes:
- A retainer to lock the date (for KDH Weddings, 40%).
- Balance due by the wedding day.
- Flexible payment plans after the retainer, you can break the rest into as many payments as you need, as long as it’s paid before the wedding.
13. “Can we split our hours between the wedding day and another session?”
Most photographers say no. KDH Weddings is unusual here: you can, for example, book 8 hours and use 6 on the wedding day plus 2 for a post wedding session another day, with no extra split fee.
14. “What happens if we need to reschedule?”
Look for a fair, specific policy. KDH Weddings offers one free date move if the new date is within 12 months and still open, then treats additional changes case‑by‑case.
15. “What are your travel, tax, and overtime policies?”
You want these in writing:
- Travel: KDH Weddings includes 100 miles from downtown Pensacola (Destin ↔ Gulf Shores) at no extra charge.
- Overtime: Available at a clear hourly rate (e.g., $250/hr) that can be decided anytime before the final scheduled shot.
- Tax: In Florida, services are tax‑exempt while physical goods (albums, USB boxes) are taxed at the current rate when shipped.
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Backup Plans, Problem‑Solving, and Guest Phones
16. “How do you handle bad weather or last‑minute changes?”
Ask for a real story. For example, one KDH Weddings couple had an outdoor wedding completely rained out mid‑day. The ceremony moved inside last‑minute, and Korbin took charge of directing the move, calming everyone, and re‑staging the plan. When the couple couldn’t get dedicated portraits on the wedding day, he met them again two days later for a separate portrait session so they didn’t miss out on those images.
17. “What’s your plan for big delays or timelines that go off track?”
You want someone who can calmly re‑order the shot list, cut what isn’t essential, and protect your priority moments. KDH Weddings is used to re‑building timelines on the fly, especially with large groups and sunset pressure, while keeping the energy positive.
18. “Do you have any rules about guests taking photos or video?”
A balanced answer might be:
- No strict ban on guest photos friends and family can capture memories too.
- One firm boundary during the ceremony: guests should stay out of the aisle and seated so they don’t block key moments or appear front‑and‑center in your professional images.
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Personality, Comfort, and the Overall Experience
19. “What do your couples say they appreciate most about working with you?”
Look for consistent themes in reviews things like calming presence, clear direction, humor, or speed of delivery. Feedback for KDH Weddings often mentions:
- Taking control when needed (especially during stressful moments).
- Making people genuinely laugh so smiles are real, not stiff.
- Being professional but fun, and great with “crowd control” for big wedding parties.
20. “How will you help us feel comfortable in front of the camera?”
You should hear specifics: posing guidance, prompts, gentle direction, and a focus on real connection instead of forced smiles. KDH Weddings leans on clear, simple direction and a lot of conversation and joking so that by the time you’re in front of the lens, it feels like hanging out not a photo shoot.
Smart Final Questions
Here are a few closing questions that tie it all together:
- “If you had to describe the KDH Weddings experience in a sentence or two, what would you say?”
- “What part of the wedding day is your favorite to photograph, and why?”
- “What do you need from us to do your best work?”
You’re looking for answers that show the photographer has thought deeply about their process and cares about collaboration not just showing up and shooting.
How to Use This Guide (and Next Steps)
- Copy the questions that matter most to you into a note on your phone.
- Ask them on your discovery call or consult with any Pensacola photographer you’re considering.
- Pay as much attention to how they answer (clear, confident, honest?) as to what they say.
If you’d like to walk through this checklist with KDH Weddings:
- You can explore real work here:
- Wedding photography portfolio
- Wedding videography portfolio
- Then reach out with your date, venue (or rough plans), and guest count, and these questions in hand.
- Korbin will happily walk you through KDH’s answers step‑by‑step so you can decide if it feels like the right fit for your Pensacola wedding.
👉 Want to get in touch with Korbin about your wedding?
📞 Phone: Call me directly at 850-898-2234
📧 Email: Reach out anytime at korbin@kdhproductions.com
📝 Online Form: Fill out my contact form and receive a reply back the same day.
