How to Choose the RIGHT Photographer for Your WEDDING DAY
Some things to consider when choosing your photographer.
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Style
What 'style' of wedding photos are you after?
Moody, cinematic, romantic, light, airy, editorial, documentary, candid, posed, authentic are a few words to touch on.I would describe my style as cinematic, romantic & genuine.
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Connection
Choose someone you can connect with. Do they feel like a friend when you're chatting with them?
The ability to relax and have fun with your photographer is going to make a huge difference with your final images. -
Budget
Photographers have different pricing based on a lot of things, but generally you pay more for experience.
I always advise having a little wiggle room for the right person, as your wedding photos are the only true takeaway from your wedding day.
After photographing weddings for nearly 10 years, I have constructed a list of things I believe to be valuable assets to ensure you make the most of your wedding day.
The types of couples I resonate with align with a few of these insights.
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Let’s collectively say a big FU to out-dated wedding traditions.
You’re my people if you’re brave enough to celebrate your love, your way.
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Quality over quantity, am I right? You’re throwing the best damn party of your life, with the ones you love most. Let’s embrace it!
I truly hope my wedding looks like the opening party scene from Babylon. -
You understand that the moments we capture are your only takeaways from your wedding day (fine, fine - also eternal love).
These photos will live on for years. Decades! Your kid’s kids will see these. Let’s honour your legacy.
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Yes it may rain on your wedding day (cue, Alanis), your dress will probably get dirty & your joyful tears may smudge your makeup. I attract couples who embrace these elements!
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Trust me - we all get nervous before photos (truly everybody). But aside from my capacity to keep all my houseplants alive, my real-life super power is my calm energy.
I trust in my ability to create a space that allows couples to relax & be themselves. I’ll be there to guide you throughout the entire process, keeping things light & easy.
Are we meant to be?
(A rather wordy, yet worthwhile 2 minute read!)
Obviously I want the answer to this question to be a resounding HELL YES - but it is important that we connect with each other on a human level before we commit to anything. I know the process of searching for the perfect photographer is not easy, but I have poured my heart & soul into this website so you can get a feel for who I am, and how I photograph my couples.
Wedding photography is not only a huge expense, it is a massive commitment. I have the supreme honour of spending the most time with you on your wedding day, So I’m not about to convince anyone that I am the best choice for them.
- I want you to feel it in your gut.
I have a deep understanding of what this day means to you, and I know I’m going to do a damn good job of making sure you remember all the intricate moments.
I make it my mission to ensure that this is a wildly inclusive space, I don’t care what you look like & I don’t care who you love - but I do care about the type of human you are - kindness prevails above all else.
no wedding day is going to be perfect, so being able to go with the flow is my only prerequisite. It may rain, your dress will get dirty, and your drunk uncle might say something inappropriate, but when you reflect back in a few years, those are the moments that create magic & make your day memorable.
I have been to sooo many weddings, so I love it when my couples infuse their day with unique elements that reflect their relationship. Just say no to the meaningless ‘cookie cutter’ traditions, and create your own bad ass rituals. I’m more than happy to help you brainstorm some fun ideas.
Ultimately - I want you to get to know me. Let’s at the very least share a laugh before we dive into anything logistical. My goal is to work with clients that feel like friends, and to create art that you're proud to look back on for the rest of your lives.
