#408 Is This a Red Flag? Photographer Edition 🚩📷

How do you know if a photographer is right for you, and what are the red flags to watch out for? 🚩📷 Join Michelle as we dive into the world of wedding photography with our listener Emily. She brought us along on her two-month journey to find the perfect photographer for her wedding. It was a wild ride! With the help of photographer Raven Shutley, we guided Emily and her partner through the process, offering plenty of advice and support. You’re going to learn a lot from this episode!

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Topics We Covered

The 3 main photography styles you should know

How to identify your preferred style and ensure your photographer gets it

How to ask the right questions and negotiate terms without feeling awkward

Tips for making sure you and your photographer click

Identifying photographer red flags and green lights

How not to be shy and ask for what you need


About The Guest
Raven Shetley - Raven is a talented wedding photographer based just above Atlanta, Georgia, with 17 years of experience. She specializes in capturing genuine, heartfelt moments, making her a trusted expert in the wedding industry. You can check out her beautiful work on Instagram at @RavenShutleyStudios or visit her website RavenShutleyStudios.com. Feel free to email her at raven@ravenshutleystudios.com for any questions or inquiries.

Links We Referenced
Raven on Instagram
Raven’s Website

The Big Wedding Planning Podcast is...
Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez

Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics


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