S7E11: Your Photography, Your Story
With 20 years and 500 weddings under his belt, this wedding photographer has some tips to share.
When every wedding is unique, how do you find the photographer who's the right fit for you and your day?
Here's what you need to know.
Guest: Bryan, Eleven 11 Photography
This week, we’re dishing about…
how to choose your wedding photography
important considerations in what makes a photographer the right fit for you
how to determine what’s important to you in your photography
… and more!
Meet Bryan!
Bryan is a professional photographer with over 20 years of experience and over 500 weddings joyfully captured. I’ve also word with wedding brands like Calvin Klein, Vera Wang, and David’s Bridal.
Business Details…
How long have you been in business? More than 20 years
What areas do you serve? Typically, we focus on Alabama and Georgia, but we also travel for weddings about 4-5 times per year. So, basically anywhere.
Why did you decide to start your own business?
At one point I was making more from photography and enjoying it a great deal more. It just made sense to me.
What's the coolest thing about owning your own business?
Making the final decisions. Not having to live with someone else having a poor response time.
Business Info
Do you have a favorite story to share?
I’ve seen a bride fall out of a boat.
What challenges have you had to overcome?
I’ve changed locations twice and that basically means starting from scratch.
What advice could you offer to someone starting a business like yours?
That you’ll spend more time running your business than you will be taking pictures so prepare to run your business properly. To learn the business before you hang your shingle. Don’t ignore your craft, take pictures. Then take more. Then more after that.
What's the most memorable thing you've seen happen at a wedding or celebration?
A groom flipped a cake, a 20-yard veil catch fire, and a sword fight.
Daily Life
What is daily life like in your household?
Pretty chill, we are very laid back. I work a lot as does my partner.
Are there any challenges or obstacles that you've had to overcome?
No more so than the same as others. I’ve actually been very blessed.
Photo credits: @laurenpeachie and @kellyoconnorphotography
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