Pros to Having a Second Photographer for Your Wedding Day
Hey there, fellow brides and grooms-to-be! Today, I wanted to chat about one of the best decisions you can make when it comes to planning your wedding photography: hiring a second photographer. Trust me when I say that the benefits are beyond worth it! I can’t stress enough how having another set of help on your special day can truly enhance the overall experience. From capturing behind the scenes to even just a different point of view, they are a huge help! So, let’s dive into some of the pros of having a second photographer for your wedding day.
First and foremost, having a second photographer allows me to capture those incredible behind-the-scenes moments. While I focus on the main action, they are able to document the candid moments happening on the sidelines. Another major advantage is the ability to capture all the angles/reactions that I simply can’t get to on my own. Let’s face it, weddings are a whirlwind of emotions and moments that happen simultaneously. With a second photographer, we can divide and conquer to ensure that nothing is missed. This applies to the getting ready portion of the day as well. For example, in the wedding gallery below, I had a second shooter. One of the biggest helps was being able to split up! My second shooter was hanging out with the boys at their air bnb, while I was hanging out at the bride’s parents’ house where the girls got ready.
Lastly, one of my favorite pros of having a second photographer is that they can bring a fresh perspective to the table. They can provide different ideas, angles, and compositions that I may not have thought of. They are the perfect bouncing board for creative ideas and can help elevate your wedding photos to the next level. Another pro with that is the support and friendship they provide on your wedding day. Weddings can be stressful, and having someone there who has your back can make all the difference. Whether it’s calming nerves, offering a helping hand, or providing an encouraging word, a second photographer is there to support you throughout the day.
Trust me, you won’t regret making the investment!
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“WHERE DO I BEGIN. MADISON HAS PHOTOGRAPHED MY DOGS, PORTRAITS, MY ENGAGEMENT PICTURES, & NOW MY WEDDING! MADISON MET IN PERSON WITH ME BEFORE MY WEDDING TO GO OVER DETAILS, CHECKED IN A COUPLE DAYS BEFORE, TEXTED ME THE MORNING OF, ARRIVED ON TIME, & GOT ALL OF THE SHOTS WE WANTED FOR OUR BIG DAY. I COULD EASILY SAY THAT WHEN I NEED A PHOTOGRAPHER OR NEED TO RECOMMEND ONE, MADISON IS MY GO-TO. THANK YOU ENDLESSLY!!” -Adara
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"Madison is absolutely wonderful!"
She is kind, patient and attentive as she strives to create not only beautiful photos, but memories that last a lifetime. My fiancé and I had never had a professional photo shoot together before but Madison made it so much fun and really helped us get creative with our engagement photos. She made us feel so comfortable, it felt like she was an old friend! The pictures were beautiful, the turn around for photos extremely reasonable and I am beyond excited for her to shoot our wedding. Thank you, Madison, can’t wait to work with your further!
-Elizabeth L.
"I had the best experience with Madison taking professional pictures for my graduation."
She made me feel so happy and photogenic which made all of my pictures come out so natural. The communication leading up to the big day was amazing. She made sure I had all the props I wanted and went over the plan so I knew exactly what to expect. She was so quick to edit the photos and get them to me. My family members fell in love with how well she took my pictures so we booked her again to take photos for a graduation brunch I had with my family. She was so helpful and creative with each photo she took. I definitely recommend booking with her and will be booking with her again next year for my Master's graduation photoshoot!!!
-Selena C.
"Madison captured our engagement and wedding beautifully."
She met with us in person whenever we needed to make sure we had all the details just right. I never had to worry if the photos would turn out, even our sneak peaks were perfect! We moved our engagement session to 8am with short notice just to avoid the rain. She was so patient and very flexible with us! I recommended her to my recently engaged friends, and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a professional photographer.
-Mariel H.
"Madison is so great to work with and she is a natural at what she does!"
She helped us loosen up during the photoshoot, guided us on poses such as what to do with our hands, and she's great with kids!! My kid loved the experience and all of our photos turned out excellent. She is also responsive and did a great job with all the editing taking into account any concerns such as dark circles. I can't wait to do more family photoshoots in future with her!
-Abby H.
"She was AMAZING!!"
My girlfriend and I were having a hard time finding an open and LGBTQ+ inclusive photographer and a friend recommended Madison to take our pictures.She made us feel so comfortable and make our session a memorable experience. She was able to perfectly pose us and came prepared with everything we needed. When it started to rain at the end, she even had clear umbrellas for us to use!! She was able to work with our schedule and the turn around time to get our pictures was quick. I cannot recommend her enough. Thank you Madison!!
