Photographer--eh

i2012do

So this am I got an email from my photographer- canceling on our wedding. She has been diagnosed with a serious health condition and won't be doing weddings anymore. Since our wedding is so far out, she started with the furthest back and is canceling as many as she can. I feel really bad because she's pretty young and hope that its something that she will eventually power through.

I know there are a Million and one photographer posts on here - and I kind of went through pulling out names--but needed a little direction perhaps.

Here is what I was getting with my current photog:
for $2200 (I locked in 2010 pricing- the same package was now 2600)

8 hours, 2 shooters, a disc with my images, no album

So I really want an artsy kind of rustic vibe to my photos-- think the photos you see all the time on style my pretty front pages. Something a bit subdued.
Maybe like a bit melissa robotti style- minus the price tag.

I had contacted a few photographers I was willing to splurge on before: Melissa robotti, sara zarella, but as time passes and things keeps coming up: New car, the ability to possibly be able to buy a house sooner rather than later etc, I have become less excited to spend money on my wedding- and have become this crazy saver--- so I really want to stay around that $2000 mark.

This is pretty upsetting to FI because he loved loved loved our photog and thought she was amazing.

here is her site so you can get an idea of the pics we were looking for:
http://www.caitlinmaloneyphotographyblog.com/

Help me!!

Jfedoronko

Did you ask Melissa if she could match/come close to the price you are comfortable with (for 8 hrs., 2 shooters and a disc)?  We hired her and yes, she is higher than what you are looking for, but if I remember correctly, those prices included an album.  Since you are looking to forgo the album, she may be able to work with you.  Just a suggestion!  She and her assistant Jenn are great and might be flexible on pricing.  Good luck!

i2012do

Thanks I'll email her and try that

rsmehta

My photographer is right around your range and I really love his pics.  His name is Andre Blais.  I like his personality because he is honest, kinda quiet so won't be overpowering on the day of your wedding, and has 10+ years of experience.  He has been super great to work with so far and very, very flexible...

http://www.riphotographer.com/

Goodluck!  It will all work out, at least u still have time ... 

chantelcutie7

http://hellolovephoto.com/?cat=6

I'm getting unlimited hours, 2 shooters, all right with photos on a disc.  All for a little under what your package was

kdemos

Oh no!  that is terrible.  I actually met with Caitlin, too. Wow.

I am using the same photographer as Chantalcutie!!  (Casey Harrison - HelloLove Photo).  I would not have known about her had I not seen someone (maybe Chantal?) post about her on here.  She has a great eye and is very artistic/photojournalistic and does awesome things with a vintage style.   I think you will really like her work if you liked Caitlin Maloney. 

good luck!

 

i2012do

Thanks so much!!
I am going crazy today I called my cousin who is the wedding planner at the Westin, emailed Victor and emails my wedding planner like a crazy lady!!
This is helpful I am looking at both the above suggestions now

i2012do

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_rhode-island_photographer-eh?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local Wedding BoardsForum:122Discussion:7e1cd69f-f0f0-497c-bdde-08785e247606Post:9f9eeb83-0816-4c98-bebe-d198877bd756">Re: Photographer--eh</a>:
[QUOTE]<a href="http://hellolovephoto.com/?cat=6" rel='nofollow'>http://hellolovephoto.com/?cat=6</a> I'm getting unlimited hours, 2 shooters, all right with photos on a disc.  All for a little under what your package was :)
Posted by chantelcutie7[/QUOTE]

OMG! i am obsessed with hello love! I just sent an email, I hope I hear back soon :)

RoyalOrient

So sorry to hear about your photographer. I wish her the best of luck. As for photographers, check out Kevin Trimmer and Sweet Jane Photography. They are in your ballpark. btw I  know what you mean about spending money. After we bought our home, we scaled back on our wedding and cut stuff out of the budget including the album but because photography was so important to us, we refuse to compromise on our visual memories. G.L

i2012do

thanks so much
a friend of mine suggested kevin trimmer too this am.

going to try Sweet Jane- that sounds right up my alley- because I always judge a book by its cover (bad habit) haha

keep the suggestions coming- I had a minor FREAK out this am, but feel better now

[Deleted User]

try mandy mayberry, she is our photographer and has a great style and reasonable prices!

chantelcutie7

kdemos, that was me!!! 

I feel like I found a gem with Casey and love spreading word about her. 

i2012do

Hi girls! Chantel and kdemos- I reached out to Casey and have yet to hear back im so anxious to see he rpricing. Do any of you have her current pricing- will you email it to me?
Jcorvese at gmail dot com

MaddieBride11

I'm new to these parts but may I recommend James Murphy Photography?  We booked them on the spot when we met them and love their work! 

Good luck with yoru search!

naturallime

I used Kevin Trimmer as well:

http://www.kevintrimmer.com/slideshows/mary-blake/

He is beyond wonderful!!!

Jfedoronko

you can also check out melissa robotti's pricing on her blog page (just googel melissa robotti blog) - make sure it's her blog site and not her website.  you can find there an a la carte listing of prices and they begin at $500...  with this, you can see what services she offers, what they cost and which are most important to you.  good luck!

ahuntoon

This is concerning...I just met with her a couple weeks ago (July 2011) about booking a wedding for June 2010. I'm not sure if something happened and now she's booking again - did you ever hear back from her? Now I'm worried about booking with her!!

BlessedBeginningsRI

Hi there! I just wanted to see if you have found a photographer yet- and introduce myself to other brides! My name is Erica and I am the main photographer at Blessed Beginnings. Right now our package includes coverage of the preparations, ceremony, formals and reception events (up to 8 hrs), two photographers, and a DVD with all of your images that you are free to share, print and post. Right now this package is being offered for $1,250 but will be going up in the next month now that we have gotten rolling. If you want to check out our website for samples, go to www.blessedbeginningsri.com . Congratulations and good luck!