A good photographer is like a good lover...attentive, caring and always concerned with making sure that you get what you want. For those of us that do it more for the love of the craft than the money, we are very caring and loyal to our clients. Not only do we spend hours editing pictures but we spend painstaking amounts of time retouching small details (hello rub on tattoos, parents!) With all of that being said, it is a slap in the face when people stray from choosing us for their photography needs because it's like cheating on us. So here are a few do's and don'ts with your photographer...
If you find one you love, stay loyal Is it really worth saving twenty or thirty dollars getting a "freebie shoot" to offend or hurt your photographers feelings? I take hours out of my personal time to edit shoots. I don't charge much because I don't believe that people should have to give up their firstborn to obtain beautiful memories. I'm a bit of a stickler, though, for people that take advantage of it.
If you find one who caters to you constantly, don't take it for granted If your photographer is constantly driving to you, spending more time than normal or editing way more than you paid for, you need to strongly think before taking them for granted. Once they're gone, they're gone.
If there's a problem, say something but don't be a jerk In particular, if they're doing you a favor, don't be a schmuck to them.
Tell someone...tell everyone Brag on your photographer. Chances are, if they're doing it at a low rate for you, they could use the word of mouth.
and finally...
Don't steal their work If you didn't pay for it and they didn't give it to you, don't steal their work. Not only is it illegal but it's also just morally crappy. It's also crappy to cut out their logo. Guess what? If they did you a favor, you're being a schmuck to cut out the recognition for that.
Treat your photographer with love and they will love you in return and do the world for you
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