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June 26, 2024 39 mins

How do you know if a photographer is right for you, and what are the red flags to watch out for? 🚩📷 Join Michelle as we dive into the world of wedding photography with our listener Emily. She brought us along on her two-month journey to find the perfect photographer for her wedding. It was a wild ride! With the help of photographer Raven Shutley, we guided Emily and her partner through the process, offering plenty of advice and support. You’re going to learn a lot from this episode!


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Topics We Covered

  • The 3 main photography styles you should know
  • How to identify your preferred style and ensure your photographer gets it
  • How to ask the right questions and negotiate terms without feeling awkward
  • Tips for making sure you and your photographer click
  • Identifying photographer red flags and green lights
  • How not to be shy and ask for what you need


About The Guest

Raven Shetley - Raven is a talented wedding photographer based just above Atlanta, Georgia, with 17 years of experience. She specializes in capturing genuine, heartfelt moments, making her a trusted expert in the wedding industry. You can check out her beautiful work on Instagram at @RavenShutleyStudios or visit her website RavenShutleyStudios.com. Feel free to email her at raven@ravenshutleystudios.com for any questions or inquiries.


Links We Referenced

Raven on Instagram

Raven’s Website


The Big Wedding Planning Podcast is...

Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez

  • Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics
  • On Instagram @thebigweddingplanningpodcast and be sure to use #planthatwedding when posting, so you can get our attention!
  • Easy to get in touch with. Email us at hello@thebigweddingplanningpodcast.com or Call and leave a message at 415-723-1625 and you might hear your voice on an episode

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