Would You Consider This To Be A Good Photographer?

[jimmy28]

Hi,

We are getting married soon and we're considering this guy as a photographer.
Problem is, we know nothing about what makes a photographer good or not. The work looks good to me, but what do you think?

Eazyland Productions

Thanks!

 

[Braineack]

If it looks good to you, then that's a good start.

Personally I see a lot I dont like; but what I think makes a good photographer really shouldn't matter. He's still able to produce some quality stuff.

 

[Designer]

You should compare his portfolio with other photographer's portfolios.

The pictures I looked at look sharp, and if you like his style, then talk to him.

His personal style is one thing he might not negotiate about.

 

[tirediron]

...The work looks good to me...

That's really all there is to it.

 

[paigew]

the photos do not look good to me. There is bad lighting, unflattering facial expressions/posing, as well as out of focus images. And I imagine he puts his best work on his site so.... What is your budget?

 

[jimmy28]

If it looks good to you, then that's a good start.

Personally I see a lot I dont like; but what I think makes a good photographer really shouldn't matter. He's still able to produce some quality stuff.

You should compare his portfolio with other photographer's portfolios.

The pictures I looked at look sharp, and if you like his style, then talk to him.

His personal style is one thing he might not negotiate about.

Hi,

We are getting married soon and we're considering this guy as a photographer.
Problem is, we know nothing about what makes a photographer good or not. The work looks good to me, but what do you think?

Eazyland Productions

Thanks!

...The work looks good to me...

That's really all there is to it.

Thanks.

the photos do not look good to me. There is bad lighting, unflattering facial expressions/posing, as well as out of focus images. And I imagine he puts his best work on his site so.... What is your budget?

Thanks for your input. All great points.

I sent you a PM regarding his pricing.


I'm in central/South Jersey if anyone has suggestions.

 

[chuasam]

Mediocre at best. Too much reliance on sepia tone.
likes to over soften images.

 

[jimmy28]

After looking at other photographers, I'm really trying to find someone else.

 

[xzyragon]

He definitely has a style he likes. I don't like some of his pictures, but that happens, but I'm more concerned about his website layout...

 

[Pejacre]

I think for a wedding it's also worth trying to find out what he's like with people - from what I gather, wedding photography isn't just about ability with a camera.

 

[Braineack]

After looking at other photographers, I'm really trying to find someone else.

Budget? I have a friend in that does weddings between NYC and DC but her rates could scare you off.

 

[Designer]

After looking at other photographers, I'm really trying to find someone else.

:thumbup:

 

[jimmy28]

If it looks good to you, then that's a good start.

Personally I see a lot I dont like; but what I think makes a good photographer really shouldn't matter. He's still able to produce some quality stuff.

Umm, I'm certain they will. lol.

I'm trying to keep it under $1,000 if possible. But I'm not sure that's a reasonable budget. I'm working with someone else, so I'll keep you posted.

 

[tirediron]

...I'm trying to keep it under $1,000 if possible. But I'm not sure that's a reasonable budget. I'm working with someone else, so I'll keep you posted.

Unless you're living in North Gumboot Junction, $1000 is a pretty slim budget for quality wedding photography. If you live in/near a major urban centre, even the Craig's List Fauxtographers are asking that much.

 

[paigew]

I think you should really try to raise your budget to at least 1500. I think at that price point, you are at least more likely to find someone who is an awesome photog (most important) with maybe less wedding experience.