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Much of the information here is subjective. Use these articles as a starting point to ask your own questions, do your own research, and come to your own conclusions.
Wedding photography planning guides

Photos and albums

Estimating photo costs
Estimating total photography costs. Don't forget to include copies for the in-laws and grandparents. Plan carefully, as the number of photos can quickly add up.
Print album selection guide
There is more to albums than commonly thought. And old fashioned albums can be better.
Digital photo albums explained
The digital album zoo - DVD, MPEG, WMV, Web - and their strengths and weaknesses.
Creating custom wedding albums
A wedding album doesn't just have to contain your wedding photos.

Technology backgrounders

Film or Digital?
Should you use traditional film, or digital cameras for your wedding?
Black and White, or Colour?
Considering black and white photography, for a more artistic and timeless look compared to colour photography?
Printing photographs
White border or borderless? Matte or gloss? 3R or 4R? Automatic compensation? Plus a bit on archival quality and other professional printing issues.
Photographer issues

Selecting a photographer
Three main things to consider.
DIY Wedding photography
Should you ask your cousin to take photos instead of hiring a professional? Or maybe someone has asked you to do the job. How do you know if you are prepared?
Event planning

Group photographs
Why, when, where, who and how.
Venue selection - a photographer's viewpoint
Choosing a restaurant, with photography in mind.

General Guides

Cameras

Choosing a digital camera
Forget megapixels. Whether you're looking for a compact camera, or an SLR, here are some basics.
Camera f numbers and apertures explained
Finally, what all those funny aperture numbers mean.
How many megapixels do you need?
Less than you think!
Technique

Spicing up your photographic life
Haven't touched your camera in months? Photography lost its fun and sparkle? Follow our tips.

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