a change of photographers..

Did you pay for the pictures to be retouched? Did you discuss retouching? If that wasn't part of it then it wouldn't have been done. Retouching is quite time consuming so it's either built into the cost or costs extra. When I did wedding photography it was never assumed to go either way. The brides were always given a choice. We usually showed them a few pictures unedited first to see if there was anything they specifically wanted retouched.

Also you paid a down payment without signing a contract? That seems odd.

Editing photos usually does not include retouching for blemishes and facial features. Usually when a photographer refers to editing, it involves lighting and coloring - and a good photographer won't need to do much editing and it won't look like it's been heavily edited.

If you never signed a contract or anything, then I'd say go for it! Hopefully she won't say no.

And for lurkers, this is why it's super important to do plenty of research about a photographer's work and love their style.

Yes, I'm sure you could use it towards any photo shoot she offers! Boudoir, christmas cards, family shoot, etc. since you never signed a contract.

I would definitely ask. Let her know why you're asking that though. you have every right to change plans since this is your day. That's kind of my worry right now. We haven't done engagement pictures yet, so are waiting to see how those turn out before signing, paying, giving anything.