Make sure you choose a good one *wink*.
Truly though, choosing your wedding photographer isn’t just about the photos. It’s about finding someone who sees you, gets your vibe, and makes you feel genuinely comfortable—not just in front of the camera, but throughout the whole experience.
“Jemima has such a unique and artistic way of capturing a wedding! Her love for the unexpected and the in-between moments made this day feel so personal and alive.”
“Jem is such a gem!
She was such a pleasure to work with for our engagement shoot! She made our special day even more special with gorgeous pictures that captured the day perfectly. Bonus points to her for getting our pictures back to us so quickly!"
“JEM really understood our vision and the pictures captured everything we wanted.”
“I shed tears of happiness when I saw the photos JEM took of our day! She captured all the PERFECT moments and I barely even noticed her taking them.”
How far in advance should we reach out?
My calendar often books out up to 2 years in advance, so getting in touch ASAP is KEY. As soon as you have a date and venue—hit me up so we can get the ball rolling. (If it’s coming up sooner, still reach out; you never know what spare dates I might have available!)
How much does the average couple spend on photography?
In my experience, the average spend for wedding photography is between $7-10K. All of my packages have been created with you in mind, though, taking into consideration my 15+ years of experience and all that my past couples have needed (and loved!) about our collaborations. There’s something for everyone!
You mentioned you have a second shooter available - but do you really feel like it’s necessary to add one on?
Here’s the thing with weddings: every single one is different from the last. But if I have to give an answer: I encourage a second shooter when your guest list is over 100 people. With a larger guest list, a second shooter allows me to focus on the stars of the show (that’s you!) and my second photographer can really focus on your guests, making sure you get not only extra angles but also those extra special moments that I might miss. Even with a smaller guest list you get all these benefits, though, which is why I kicked this answer off with every single one is different. You may be having a 40-person wedding, but find that a second shooter is right for you and your preferences.
I’m considering a venue that may require you to travel a bit…can you fill me in on your travel fees?
I love a new experience and will literally travel all over the world for you.Travel 100 miles from Worcester MA is included in all my packages with a flat fee, but anything more will be charged depending on location. To keep it transparent—I will add travel costs (flights, hotels, car rentals) to your proposal if you are planning something interstate or international.