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!

Yes, **free Destination Wedding photo shoot. You got it right. Just take care of travel expenses and lodging and the coverage is on me.

Why am I doing this?

Because I’m my own boss! Doing Destination Wedding photography is one of the best things this job has to offer. You go out there, shoot and have fun and at the end of the day you end up with amazing images to deliver to your clients. That simple.

How to apply?

Just submit the following information to herson@propixelphotography.com :

-         A photo of future hubby and wife along with a short story on how the two of you met.

-         Details about the wedding. (location, date, etc.)

-         And of course, your contact information. (phone number and email address)

That’s all there is to it. After I get all the submissions I will pick the couple I find most interesting based on their story and I will contact you with the good news!

Deadline for submitting your entry is October 31, 2009.

Now go ahead and start typing. There’s nothing to lose!

** Client is responsible for paid expenses such as travel, lodging and food.  Feel free to contact me for more details.

Hampton Roads Wedding Guide

-Herson

I love being a wedding photographer in Virginia Beach because it’s a nice area and the couples always seem to be very social and fun to shoot with. I always look forward to meeting my couples and doing the shoots with them and it’s no different now for these upcoming shoots so stick around for more.

-H

I spent some of my time yesterday (Easter Sunday) with Cris and Tiffany. Their first wedding anniversary is coming up shortly and we made a trip to Downtown Norfolk in Virginia for some shots. It was a great day but the wind was killer. We walked around for about two hours and we talked and I shot as we enjoyed a nice day out. Congrats to them on their first year as hubby and wife.

Win a free wedding session shoot with ProPixel. Up to 6 hours coverage and includes all the edited images in a CD/DVD at no cost to you. ***

The only thing you need to do is submit a photo (bride) along with your story. Can be anything about you and your groom. How did you guys meet? What do you do? What are your hobbies. Anything. 

I will pick the best overall based on your stories and I will contact you and let you know all the details. 

Please make sure to include all your contact information along with your wedding date.

Submit all the information to propixel@propixelphotography.com

Please title your submission “Free wedding contest”

-Offer ends May 30, 2009

** Travel fees apply if out of state.