04/08/2026
I know wedding budgets are tight. I know you’re trying to be smart with your money. And I’m NOT saying you need to book the most expensive photographer!
BUT choosing based only on who’s cheapest and ‘doesn’t cost an arm and a leg?’ That’s how you end up spending 8 hours with someone you don’t vibe with and who turns your wedding gallery into something you don’t ever print, post, or are proud of. And let me tell you, that’s a long day 😬
Think about it: your photographer is there for EVERYTHING. Getting ready, ceremony, family photos, reception, all of it. Every moment.
If you’re not comfortable with them and you don’t actually like them as a person? Those awkward feelings WILL show up in your photos!!
So yeah, stay within your budget! But also ask yourself:
• Do I actually enjoy talking to this person?
• Do they seem to care about my love story or am I just another booking for them to cash out?
• Do I trust them to handle one of the most important day of our lives?
• Could we grab coffee and be friends?
Because the right photographer doesn’t just take good photos. They make you FEEL good while taking them!! And that’s what actually shows up in your gallery!!!!
Choose someone you connect with. Someone you’re excited to spend your day with. Someone who genuinely cares. Price matters, but it’s definitely not everything.
Looking for a photographer who gets you? Hi. It’s me, Toria!!! Would love to chat about your wedding day! You can inquire through my website in my bio 🤍
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