11/02/2026
It is so sad just how many couples I see in so many groups that are having to look photographers weeks if not days before their weddings because the photographer took their money and ghosted them! I know that makes clients not want to trust any photographer.
Please know if you ever hire me, that Alex and I will ALWAYS show up on time (most of the time earlier than when we are to be there) & we will do everything we can to make your wedding photos everything you want them to be! It seriously hurts my heart to see so many people being taken advantage of and if I could take on every couple that I see being swindled I would! But please know you pay us good money for a reason, because we are good at what we do and know how important this day is for you! You can't redo those kind of photos and you need to be able to trust your photographer. Yes I also understand some people still pay theirs a lot of money and still get scammed and that's why i say this to everyone and not just because I want to be hired but research, research, research! It's seriously so important!
The MOST important part of your big day isn't the food, alcohol, music, flowers, or even the venues which all are amazing and beautiful, but those things end once the wedding is over...your photos are what you look back on for the rest of your life. If I could convince every couple to just elope or run to the courthouse with their closet loved ones or even just themselves I would! Your MARRIAGE is what is most important.
Don't just go with the cheapest photographer who comments on your posts! Find someone with experience and who also fits your budget, don't ever hire someone who doesn't have a solid contract (this goes for weddings & regular sessions), don't hire someone just because they say the will give you a "deal" or because they are your friend, because 9/10 you will get what you pay for. Hire someone with plenty of wedding experience! Weddings are not the place to hire a newbie (they can be second shooters), someone looking to build their portfolio or your Uncle Cletus just because they have a camera. Meet in person with your photographer & build a relationship with them, ask to see FULL wedding galleries, not just what they post on social media! Make sure you genuinely click with who you hire.
I do sit downs with every one of my couples to go over EVERYTHING so I am well prepared the day of your wedding and so everyone is on the same page. Wedding photography isn't 6+ hours of clicking a button...there's hours and hours of preparation before and after your big day!
I truly feel for every couple I've seen in that kind of predicament and here's hoping they find their perfect match for a photographer, and have the most unforgettable time during their big day!!!