FH and I are torn between what to do about wedding pictures on our big day, I have explained to him that I would feel most comfortable with hiring a professional for at least the first look, wedding party, and ceremony pictures. I have found one that will do 3 hour coverage and all rights to the pictures for a little less than $1,000. He, however, would prefer to keep the cost low and have his sister (who took his senior pictures, they turned out good; she has a professional quality camera) and a family friend take pictures at our wedding to save money. I have explained to him that I would prefer to have the professional so that we have these pictures to look back on, there are no re-do's...
What have been your experiences with amateur photographers? Do you regret having an amateur?