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“….. But she’s got a great personality!”
In the last 5 years I have been very fortunate to work with some of the best photographers in the USA let alone NJ. At one wedding the photographer was very concerned that the bride didn’t have the type of personality he needs to make his photos work. “You know me Kath” he said, “I need personality, someone who’s going to relax and let go. You know how I work.” At the time I knew what he meant – the bride was a little stiff. However, being the pro that he is, he worked well with what he had and the pictures were amazing.
His comments got me to thinking about how the personality AND style of your wedding photographer should match YOUR personality and style. Say you’re looking at samples of a photographer’s work and you see some photos that you like. Think about what those subjects had to do to get that shot (“OK John lean in like you’re going to kiss her but don’t kiss her – hold it right there. No, don’t close your eyes, look right at her but softly – don’t blink. Sorry, I know the sun is in your eyes…. Hold it, hold it. Good!!”). Some great shots are done without the subjects knowing there’s a camera anywhere near them. Others are set up and made to look like no one was holding a camera anywhere near them. Are you willing to do what it takes to get that shot done??
Right now I have a core group of photographers that are my “go to” shooters. Each one has a different personality and photographic style. Tell me what type of person you are and what kind of photos you’re looking for and I’m confident I can find the right photographer for you at the right price.
Your photographer is going to be with you all day. Make sure the person behind the camera is someone you want to spend that much time with otherwise it’s going to be a really L O N G day for everyone and both of you might not like the results.