07/06/2026
Pull up a chair and take a seat while I unload something that has been heavy on my heart.
My ultimate goal as a wedding photographer with a heart in the game for 15+ years? That everyone has beautiful wedding images they are truly happy with, while experiencing the best day of their lives.
That doesn’t mean necessarily a couple has to book with me, as ludicrous as that may sound.
I completely understand photography is an art form, and everyone has different preferences of styles, composition, etc.
I love my community of fellow photographers who truly care about each and every one of you. One’s that want to be the difference with solid experience. I’m blessed to have close relationships with so many other incredible people in our area who I know serve their clients well within their niche.
However sadly over the last few years, I have heard from brides that paid $3000+, finding themselves with an un-confident photographer(s) on the day of that did not match the formal communication that transpired, less photos than expected, and later learned their photographer had previously only BOOKED two weddings.
Two.
I have always kept it real with my peeps. A ‘photographer for the people’, per se.
I understand we all start somewhere. However frankly to charge these rates, and deliver a “lack thereof” service, tells me that photographer doesn’t value the couple and their wedding day. More cameras does not equate to better photography skill, just as more paint brushes don’t make me any more likely to paint like Van Gough.
Your soul of your business should not be CHAT GPT regurgitations and styled shoots that do not properly represent the skill you are able to deliver to a couple on the biggest day of their lives. Every image I post is a real couple, and a real story.
Things AI SHOULD be used for as a wedding photographer:
- saving 20 minutes editing taking out a stray hair
- removing the wasp that decided to fly RIGHT in front of the couple as they kissed
Things AI SHOULD NOT be used for as a wedding photographer:
- communicating with couples in regards to their special day
- being the literal heart and foundation of your business
ASK your photographer questions.
“How many weddings have you photographed?” �
“How many images can I expect to get back?”
ALL valid.
If you’ve made it this far, thanks for coming to my TED talk.
Long story short?
Make sure the people who are apart of creating your special day are able to do so, well.
You aren’t required to book me for your wedding, it would just make me extra happy if you did.
