What are RAWS, and why don’t we give them out?
Wedding photography is an art form, and choosing the right photographer to capture your special day is an important decision. A professional wedding photographer will typically deliver a finished product, which includes edited, high-quality images that are ready to be printed and displayed. But why don't they give you the RAW (unprocessed) images?
Raw images need editing: Raw images straight out of the camera are often flat and unappealing. A professional wedding photographer will use software to edit the images, adjusting exposure, color, contrast, and other elements to create a polished final product.
Editing is a part of the photographer's art: The editing process is an important part of the photographer's style and artistic vision. They will use their skills and experience to create images that are not only technically excellent but also aesthetically pleasing.
RAW images are not print-ready: RAW images are not suitable for printing and display without editing. They are often large files that need to be processed and converted into a suitable format for printing.
Providing RAW images can be time-consuming: Providing RAW images would mean that the photographer would have to spend a significant amount of time and effort to deliver the images. This would increase the cost of the photography service and delay the delivery of the final images.
In conclusion, while it may be tempting to ask for RAW images, it's important to understand that a professional wedding photographer will provide a finished product that includes edited, high-quality images that are ready to be printed and displayed. Trust in your photographer's artistic vision and let them deliver the beautiful, polished images you deserve. Happy Cat Studios is a professional wedding photographer that can capture your special day and deliver stunning, edited images that you will treasure for years to come.