Yes, Dear Vendor, It's A Wedding

The internet is full of articles and lists telling you how to save money on a wedding. Some of the suggestions you’ll find are helpful, but many of them are either dishonest, or undermine what you really want out of your wedding day. One suggestion I’ve seen a number of times is to avoid telling vendors it’s a wedding. It’s a popular misconception that venues jack up the price simply because its a wedding. Let’s take a look at a few different vendors that you may hire for a wedding day and talk about why you may want to be honest about why you’re hiring them.

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Your Wedding Day: What to Expect From Your Photographer

Every photographer does things differently, but for the most part, we all adhere to these things to some degree. Most photographers work on a timeline, take snack breaks, care for their clients well, and dress for the job. None of these things are unreasonable to expect from your photographer, however, I have read horror stories and witnessed some professionals straying from them. For the best experience on your big day, this is what I believe you should expect from and for your photographers.

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5 Common Pitfalls To Avoid When Hiring A Wedding Photographer

Planning a wedding can be a stressful whirlwind. In the chaos of finding and booking venues, choosing color schemes and tasting food, it can be easy to make quick decisions and miss some details. Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. It’s understandable that you want everything to go just perfectly. Unfortunately, things seldom go perfectly according to plan, but you can minimize major hiccups by avoiding these pitfalls when hiring your wedding photographer. I can’t save you from disaster with other vendors, but I can offer up my advice as a wedding professional.

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