How much do you charge? That questions seem to be the first that many brides ask.
On a recent evening, a couple of Seattle wedding photographers and I talked over beers. The question came up about how many brides chose their wedding photographer based on price. Many brides seem to put price high on the list, while quality seems to be a lower priority.
Most photographers have heard horror stories from brides who went with a cheap photographer and the results were less than spectacular. The question is, what would they pay to bring back the moments that their cheap photographer missed? $5,000? $10,000?
What would their children or grandchildren pay to see great images from their wedding? What is the value of having true art for their home?
I’ve dedicated the past 8 years of my life to making the most compelling photojournalism possible. I studied under former Directors of Photography for the National Geographic at a top school for photojournalism. I fought to work as a photographer in the highly competive newspaper industry. Every day, I try to make better images than the day before. I try to make images better than any other photographer has made.
I do this because I think photography has tremendous value and importance. What else at your wedding is more important than great photography? 
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Hi, I'm Lucas Mobley.
I'm a wedding photojournalist based in Seattle, Washington. I first picked up a camera when I was just 16, earned a BS in Photojournalism, and spent 6 years covering everything from wildfires to NASCAR all across the country! These days I spend much of my time photographing couples. I strive to make compelling images that tell a story, and I post many of those images here. I've created this blog for you, so please leave me comments and and check back often!
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For more information and images please go to my wedding photography site! Or give me a call at 206.455.5978 to set up a free consultation.
Thanks, and I look forward to hearing from you!
Monday, March 24, 2008
What are your memories worth?
Posted by Lucas Mobley Photography at 4:49 PM
Labels: good photography, Seattle photography, wedding photographer, wedding planning
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As a bride, and now turned event planner, that made the mistake of not hiring a quality photographer for my wedding nearly 8 years ago, the answer to your last question is: NOTHING is more important that hiring a quality photographer- period. Although your guests may remember various aspects of your special day, over time, the memories fade. It's not until they see the photos [again] that the reminiscing begins. So, for all future brides and grooms out there, Mr. Mobley is correct-- focus more on the quality you'll receive vs. the $500-$1000 you'll save. After receiving the wonderful photos, the extra money spent will be meaningless and you won't regret that you made the extra investment. :)
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