let me say this up front…
I’m not posting this to create business for myself. I feel I should pass it on because it’s not the first time I’ve read of this happening, and likely not the last.
I’ll start with a confession … I spend time reading through online bridal forums. There I’ve said it. Most photographers do. I do it because it educates me. It shows me the kinds of thoughts and emotions that brides go through during the planning of their wedding. Although much of what I read makes me shake my head and frustrates me, it is eye-opening.
I saw this tonight…
So I’ve had my photographer booked since October and he bailed on me last night
:(:( Says he has to go out of the country in the summer to help his Dad. My wedding is July 24th and he was giving us almost 12 hours for $XXXX with two photographers… My fiancee and I were soo excited about him because we love his work; needless to say it ruined my day yesterday.
*sigh* Just needed to let that out.. haven’t even told anyone besides the FI because I’m so bummed
Where I saw it doesn’t really matter. And I’ve xxx’d the pricing because that is not my concern here, and I don’t want to come across as bashing those who have very low pricing.
My point is this… I doubt this photographer was a full time professional. And again, not because of the lowish price, but because of the rest of his business model. If I were this client, I’d have many questions. Why don’t your business commitments trump your father’s need for help? What were the contract’s terms for canceling like this? Why can’t the second photographer photograph the wedding?
I’ll let each of you fill in those blanks. I have my guesses, but I choose not to reveal them. It would be self-serving.
Take this away from the post please.
There is a difference.
Yes, using a professional to provide *any* service is more expensive. There are reasons for this.
However, in return for your higher level of investment, meaning money, you will gain higher value and lower risk.
Please keep this in mind when comparing services and products for your wedding celebration.
thanks,
Lorne
PS… I’m puzzled by the lack and anger and shock on the part of the bride. It almost seems like it happens all the time in her circle, or she was somehow expecting this to happen.