About 93% of the inquiries I get are through referrals from past couples. Actually, thinking about it, it’s more like 96%; I don’t remember the last time I booked a wedding job through a google search with my clients. These guys are no exception. They were referred to me by Paola and Ricky (probably one of the most wonderful couple I’ve had the opportunity to shoot) and I’m proud to say we still keep in touch to this day after almost 3 years. You guys can check them out here.
I think the most important thing a bride should look for when choosing a photographer is his/her individuality in their art. I can almost guarantee that anyone that searches for a photographer solely based on price will be disappointed. There’s probably nothing worse than having both you and your photographer clashing just because they weren’t all you expected. And I think the best way to prevent this is to follow photographers through their blogs.
I’m not making this up so that I may increase my fan base but to give awareness to future brides. When you spend time on their blog, you’re not only looking through photos but also getting to know the photographer as an individual. How awesome would it be if your photographer runs half marathons like you do, has a membership at Flying Saucer like you do, is a transitioning vegetarian like you are, or sleeps on a futon rather than a bed like you do. When you find a personal connection with your photographer, your relationship, both personal and business, will be better.
As you can see I can get pretty sidetracked. LOL. What was supposed to be a teaser became more of an enlightening post.
Here’s a teaser from Alesia+Chris’s engagement session:
I LOVE VIDEO LIGHTS!
. Eating healthy and exercising is critical amongst us asians – that MSG is just too delicious! Keep it up. One of my old coworkers used to make this bean mix, I have to ask what was in there. I think you might like it.
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