at least nine months usually. But if the date is available, good for you :)

by Memories at Hand Photography in Cincinnati, OH

This will depend on whether your date is during the peak wedding season - May through August fills up quickly.

by Studio 1 Seven Photography in Oklahoma City, OK

As long as the date is open you can reserve date...within 30 days of wedding, all monies must be paid at time of contract signing.

by Moments in Time Photography in Mesa, AZ

ASAP...we book fast.

by Daesmith Photography in Grand Rapids, MI

12 months is the best / 6 months is ok / 3 months your luck may run out / Sunday is a good day to get married,it is really cheaper..year round.

by Warrens Wedding Photos in Belton, MO

We book between 1-2 years in advance. Busy dates are June, July & August, as well as around holidays. Book early or be forced to choose someone else.

by Cutting Edge Photography in Iron Mountain, MI

ASAP is the best advice we usually book up a year in advance and only photograph 25 weddings per year.

by Arthur's Fine Photography in Trussville, AL

I would say the sooner the better, but I will need a minimum of one month notice.

by Hansard Photo in Kingsland, GA

At least two months in advance!

by Picture That! Photography in Staunton, VA

As soon as possible would be the standard answer however we have brides contact us within weeks of their wedding. If your date is available you may have it.

by Heidi Litchfield Photography in Joliet, IL

First come, first serve.

by Karen Campbell Photography in Dallas, TX

At least two months in advance!

by Picture That! Photography in Staunton, VA

I've accepted weddings with an 8 day notice.

by Daniel J. Payne in Tualatin, OR

6-8 months in advance is a good time frame. However, if I have the date open, I am also available on shorter notice.

by Images by Alyssa in Westlake, OH

As soon as you know the date. Photographer services are in high demand and the prime dates go very very quickly.

by Hope Haven Photography in Stanwood, WA

Six months to one year.

by LS Originals in New Brighton, MN

As soon as you decide! I have photographed weddings at the last minute, but it is not typical.

by Simply Portraits by Alison Joe in Salem, NH

I book up quickly. You can see what is aviable at my web site. Or your can call me.

by Holly Williams Photography in Harpers Ferry, WV

Depends on availability. Clients book us 2 years in advance to be able to reserve they're date while others may be lucky and to find they're date open and book us 2 weeks in advance. It just depends on the date.

by Ambiance Studios LLC - Portraits and Video in West Bend, WI

As far as possible. Like many other photographers, I fill up early. Additionally I do not double book dates.

by j. reiter photographer in Newmarket, NH