7 MISTAKES Not to Make as a Wedding Photographer

Just because you're new to Wedding Photography doesn't mean you need to make these mistakes. Before you start taking weddings make sure you're never making any of these mistakes as a wedding photographer.

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Mistake One 0:29
Mistake Two 2:17
Mistake Three 3:50
Squarespace 5:33
Mistake Four 6:37
Mistake Five 8:29
Mistake Six 10:38
Mistake Seven 12:19

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[jbivphotography]

What mistakes have you made as a wedding photographer?

[lander]

I put this into my contract, does anyone else put something like this in? "The client(s) understand that due to the artistic nature of this photography service, that there is no guarantee that the client(s) will find 100% of the photographs artistically pleasing, which in such case will not entitle the client(s) to any discounts or refunds. The photographer will to the best of his ability deliver photographs that will be in his own judgment artistically pleasing. "

[Chad-Dion]

Some great advice here for you. I have shot over 700 weddings and I can tell you that communication is the best skill... Great job sir.

[artolv]

1- No communication with the couple
2- No setting expectations
3- not having website
4- Being too hands-off
5- Shooting wide open
6- Shutting too low of a shutter speed
7- Not having an amazing backup process.

[photographybya]

You talk about mistakes in a way that’s not stress inducing. Nice job. Love your vibe.

[ashnaidoophotographycinema]

I love your take on stopping down and over using bokeh unnecessarily. Its a huge obsession at the moment in wedding photography. Everything at f1.4

[jasonashtonsmith]

Good call with the backups. I only shoot with cameras that two memory cards. I also have a Network-attached storage as my backup. My main edits stay on my computer. I normally never delete images. I keep them for years. You can always buy more harddrive space.

[TheBlushingGiraffe]

As someone who’s slowly turning photography into a viable income, your videos and advice have been incredibly helpful 👏🏽 Thankyou much!

[tulipvalley]

Really appreciate your humor. Watching this is making me feel better knowing I’m not alone learning and keep on learning

[yosemitelovestories]

I remember when you had around 5k followers! Way to go!! You are awesome!!! I’ve been a photographer for about 20 years but I love listening to your tips. Many Thanks!!

[TheMl]

Yes to communication! I would extend that to communicating with everyone including other vendors! If it's a church wedding make sure you or the couple communicate with the officiant to see what the rules are. I also see so many forums where photographers are complaining about videographers. I often think if the photographer and videographer just communicated with each other before the wedding it would be better for everyone.

[anna_murawski]

Another tip: LISTEN TO YOUR CLIENTS. Prior to my wedding, I specifically told my photographers and videographer that I did not have a good relationship with my father, even though he would be attending the wedding, I wanted no father/bride traditions/photographs.

My photographer still asked me if I wanted the father first look photo on my wedding day, I said no (a bit peeved she asked as I already had this conversation with them but I got over it). She did it anyway and included it in my gallery. I was angry/upset/hurt and I have unfollowed their socials, and I never responded to them afterwards, nor will I recommend them.

[johnnaidoo]

my external harddrive with lots and lots of photos, most 2021 work, crashed this week. today i watched your video and heard about Back Blaze. you are correct in calling those amateurs for not backing up properly their work.. because of you im going to sign up. thanks for the good work. keep it up.

[damianslow]

The Honeybook doesn't work in UK. But because you mentioned that I found a similar tool called Bloom and it is amazing 👍 Thanks for your hard work John!

[ThisIsWideAngle]

I don't do weddings anymore because i have a job now which suits my abilities much better.
But this list is gold and i would have been much better in business if i worked like that.

Though the first point about the relationship with the couple was maybe the one thing most going for me, because i seem to have a very calming and positive personality and often times the couples thanked even before they got the photos, just for beeing there and having a positive influence on their day.

They want this day to be special and prepared a long time for it. They will be nervous and hyped up and maybe even full of anxiety.

You will be at their side the whole day. Beside taking the photographs, help them to make this a joyfull experience.

[theequinealchemist]

I have scoured YouTube for years looking at what kind of educational content other wedding photographers are making. Yours are above and beyond. Practical helpful and truly educational information that’s not wasting anyones time. Thank you for putting in this work to help elevate others

[FigAndWineWorkshop]

thank you for being so real about lenses and settings

[someoneedits]

You are explaining everything very gently but still humerous

[eddievalle]

Can you please post the link where you purchased your double camera strap.

[pandoraefretum]

I agree with rule number 1 ; it helps so much... the rest of your tips are also totally valid... but I'm glad you got number 1 right ; I'm shooting a wedding tomorrow and know the couple well ; shot them together 4-5 times for CD covers etc. Not least, they're friendly and confident with me & my photos.