A couple of weeks ago I had the pleasure to photograph Thomas and Lisa’s wedding in Norfolk, VA. They won the Free Wedding Photography Contest I had last year. It is funny because Lisa told me several times that her friends were asking her if the free wedding photography was real. I guess it was too good to be true! I bet everybody was relieved when I showed up the day of the wedding with all my gear. Yes, it ended up being the real thing. 
I’ve been working lately on some projects I’ve had running in the back of my head 24/7. I’ve also been editing two weddings I had the pleasure of shooting in Virginia Beach a couple of weeks ago. And all that while trying to be a husband and a dad!
The thing about being a wedding photographer is not only the fact that you shoot and edit. A good wedding photographer also cares about his clients. Keeping in touch with your past, current and future clients is an important part of being a wedding photographer and having a business. Why? Most people would think that once you shoot a wedding and deliver the product you’re done with that couple. Well, that’s true in part but at least for me I not only meet a couple and shoot their wedding but it allows me to create a friendship as well and that’s why I do it. Even if it’s a “Hey, how are you guys doing” through Facebook. And if you’re thinking about hiring me and you’re reading this don’t worry because I’m not one of those weird stalkers either.
Another big part of it’s the things you do to keep your business “out there”. Most wedding photographers will agree with me that marketing your photography services is a big big BIG and important part of defining how many weddings you want to shoot a year as well as it is very time consuming. Let’s face it; you’re not going to get any business by just sitting in front of the phone expecting a call. Maybe by word of mouth once you’re established but to me that still doesn’t cut it.
So, all in all, that has been the story of my life lately. Keep an eye on the blog for coming updates!
Last Saturday Dan and Myra Doyle tied the knot in Virginia Beach. Everything went well throughout the day despite the raging thunderstorms we had in the afternoon. Once the ceremony was done, it was game on. We went to the Hilton Resort in the Virginia Beach Oceanfront and we were there until midnight. Why? These people knew how to celebrate! I have never seen guests have so much fun. I think everybody stood up and danced that night and the music by DJ Bobby here in Virginia Beach was great.
This past Saturday I had the pleasure to shoot Ryan and Melissa’s wedding in Virginia Beach, VA. The day went so smooth that I actually had time to sit down for about 20-30 minutes before the wedding ceremony started. All the formals (and “not-so-formals” 
) were taken care of before the ceremony so all I had to do after was get in my car and go to Shifting Sands @ Dam Neck Naval Annex to get ready for the reception. I was with my friend Glenn Fajota. We had a blast with the couple and the wedding party; easy going people who made the whole process go by much easier and with awesome ideas! Enjoy.
Well it’s about that time again! I’m offering one free Destination Wedding Photo Shoot for free as I do every year. Want to know more about it? Click title for details.
