How do I pick a wedding photographer.

I get asked this question a lot. There are 3 keys point to picking someone out. The first is style. This to me is the most important point. The second would be packages. Some offer a ala carte or just 3 to 4 packages. Or a mix of both. This can vary quite a bit. The third being value. I don't like the word price. Couples usually have a budget for photography. So they usually shop on value before style. It think working backwards from that is the best method. Browse the galleries of each. Pick the top 4 that fit your style. Then call and setup an appointment. This is important because you need to make sure you are compatible. This is for both parties. Make sure you ask some key questions.

1. How many weddings have you shot in the last 3 years?
2. Do you have a portfolio (not a website)- Album examples?
3. Are you the actual photographer that will be there?
4. Do you have backup equipment, and or a second shooter/assistant?
5. What is the expected delivery time for proofs after the event?

True value is when you match your desired style with a price that is within reach.

Baby Amelia Staats

I had the pleasure to photograph one of the cutest babies I've been around in a long time. It was a simple shoot. One light, and one reflector. The mother (Kirsten) said she had taken hundreds of pictures of her daughter, but they never turned out this good. That will make any Pro's day. We continually strive to deliver more then a snapshot. We often do on-site shoots. Babies in their own environment will produce better images. Getting them right after a good nap always helps too.

Where are we?

Let's see. Since the last time I posted we started a Meetup for Salem shooters. http://www.meetup.com/salemphoto We started a photo sharing PHP Bulletin Board. http://salemoregonphotography.com/phpBB3 All of this on top of a already busy shooting schedule. I will make time to post more often.