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Creative/Artistic Photographers at a Reasonable Price?

italiansoulitaliansoul member
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I have seen the names and sites of photographers people have recommended on these boards, but I am looking for some who are more creative/artistic in their work. We are willing to spend good money on a photographer who can deliver what we want, but don't want to blow the budget. I would say our max out price would be $3,000 or $3500 definitely not more than this and hopefully a bit less).

Does anyone know through word of mouth or personal experience  a photographer who leans toward more creative work? To give you an idea of what I mean, check out this photographer's work: http://julietelizabeth.com/ This is exactly what we're looking for and think she is amazing, but she is not available on our wedding day.

Thanks for any leads!
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Re: Creative/Artistic Photographers at a Reasonable Price?

  • Seaside2010 Seaside2010
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    edited December 2011
    Checkout  www.Morningstarphotography.com. I think my dausgter is going to use them for her wedding as they have reasonably priced packages/specials.  The website is great.
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  • Kitcat106Kitcat106 member
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    edited December 2011
    Check out Erin at Halo Photo. http://halophoto.com/

    She does a lot of creative, experimental stuff.
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  • italiansoulitaliansoul member
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    edited December 2011
    Thank you all so much! These are all great leads and I'm looking into all of them :)

    (Anyone else can feel free to keep 'em coming!)
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  • MEGS_UMDMEGS_UMD member
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    edited December 2011
    I loved my photographer - D Bryant Photography. His blog has a bunch of pictures on it. He's easy to work with and has fantastic picturesdbryantphoto.wordpress.com
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  • Teri&PozTeri&Poz member
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    edited December 2011
    I loved my wedding photographers - Three Blondes & a Camera!
    you can see my wedding pics @ http://teripoz.shutterfly.com
    I also think that Laura Ashbrook does beautiful work.
    Good Luck!
    tPoz Photography - www.tpozphoto.com
    May 5, 2007 **MARRIED**
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  • TrishesTrishes
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_maryland_creativeartistic-photographers-reasonable-price?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:627Discussion:0a47740a-4fd4-4712-ab56-58466201b384Post:b28ea292-67de-4076-bcde-1ab8e40112c0">Re: Creative/Artistic Photographers at a Reasonable Price?</a>:
    [QUOTE]Check out Erin at Halo Photo. <a href="http://halophoto.com/" rel="nofollow">http://halophoto.com/</a> She does a lot of creative, experimental stuff.
    Posted by Kitcat106[/QUOTE]


    While Erin is amazing, I contacted her a few months ago.  I remember nothing with her pricing being under $4k
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  • bebe876bebe876
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    edited December 2011

    If you have that kind of money to spend. I would recommend

    http://www.lovelifeimages.com/

    Very artistic...

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  • laraklinelarakline
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    edited December 2011
    hookphotography.com

    Im only spending $1500. They are willing to travel , located in Cumberland. Often do weddings in Baltimore,DC areas. Check them out! Great pricing and they think outsidee the box.
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  • catherine200102catherine200102 member
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    edited December 2011
    Check out www.carmenwangphotography.com. Here are some photographer shopping tips:

    1. Consistency. Make sure that you have seen at least 3 complete weddings from the photographer. Each wedding must have at least 100 high qualityshots. This will REALLY give you an idea of what each photographer cando. Having a few romantic posed shots are totally different from weddingswhich are fast-paced and allow no re-shooting.
    2.     Low light shots. Most reception places and churches are dark. Plus no flash is allowed during ceremony. However, they are the most importantmoments for photographers to catch. Make sure you check low-light photosor night photos; this is always the best indication of the photographer’sexperiences and qualification.
    3.     Pricing. There are basically two pricing models. One is to charge the service of taking the shots, and the other is to charge little for service butcharge a LOT for prints. Also ask the photographer whether you havedigital copies to make personal prints. Always ask for the total price.
    4.     Personality. An easy-going and happy photographer is a big plus for your wedding. You really do not want some bossy photographers tointerrupt you too often for shots. If possible, meet with your photographerin advance and ask some questions. I strongly recommend that you schedulean engagement session before you sign the wedding photography contract.You will know a lot about the photographer.
    5.     Backup. Some studios offer 2 photographers but one may be an assistant who knows little about photography. If you have a big wedding, make sureyou hire 2 experienced photographers to catch every precious moment fromdifferent angle.
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  • jen19821127jen19821127 member
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    edited December 2011
    Second vote for CarmenWangPhotography!  They shot my friend's wedding recently.  Wonderful photos, very journalistic style!
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  • eringobragh0042eringobragh0042
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    edited December 2011
    Heather Coburn Photography http://www.heathercoburn.com For your budget, you can get all kinds of extras plus dvd's of all the images (not watermarked with proof all over them!)
    Good luck!
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  • misskris81misskris81
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    edited December 2011
    Hello!

    Congratulations on your engagement!  I just wanted to message you because my husband has just recently started his own photography business and would love to do your wedding!  He is very creative and takes great photos, plus he offers an UNBEATABLE wedding photography package that includes all of your edited photos on a cd for you to print/share as you wish.  He is also offering a special where you get a free engagement shoot if you book by Oct. 31!  Check out his website at http://darrellmcdavidphotography.shutterfly.com or email him at darrellmcdavidphotography@ymail.com.  thanks!

    Kristin 
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  • FrederickBride17FrederickBride17
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    edited December 2011
    Brodie Ledford Photography Is wonderful! Give them a look...

    Their website: www.BrodieLedford.com
    Ph: 301-305-1359

    They are Creative, Fun, Affordable, and very easy to work with!


    Good luck!
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