I have heard some scary stories lately about bridal couples being stiffed by so-called professional photographers. Apparently, there’s a limo driver who carries a list of photographers for last minute work because no one has shown up to honour the contract. At first I didn’t believe the story one-hundred percent but I just received an e-mail from a bride who was frantic to find a photographer. Since it is so late in the year I was unable to accommodate her but referred a few other professionals. Hope she ended up finding someone.
Here is her note to me:
We are having our wedding in Windsor in June of this year. We have run into a major snag with the photographer that we originally hired in that she hasn’t answered any questions or emails or calls that I have made (which has made me in a bit of a panic). I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you so much. A.R.
And just this past week I booked a wedding in some similar circumstance in which the photographer would not respond to calls & had no e-mail address. The couple decided to forfeit their deposit and hire me. Anyhoo, for all the couples out there…..please be aware. Know who you are hiring………. someone who is a known professional, has quality work, is reliable & has references. Get their phone numbers, addresses, e-mail contact info so you will know where to find them.
Whoever your choice make it informed!!!!!
Amy Britton
Britton Images Photography
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Wow! What a tough position to be put into! Unfortunately, there are some that bring down the rest of the professional community. It’s a shame, but it’s great that you’re willing to step up and help!
HERE’S A DISTURBING TREND..PEOPLE ARE BOOKING AMERICAN LIMOS TO DO THEIR WEDDING IN CANADA..THIS IS NOT A GOOD IDEA BECAUSE THEY CANNOT LEGALLY WORK IN CANADA, INSURANCE ISSUES, CROSSING THE BORDER, TAKING WORK AWAY FROM CANADIANS, VEHICLE SAFETY ISSUES AND SO ON..I HATE TO SEE A BRIDE LEFT STANDING ON THE PORCH WAITING FOR A LIMO THAT IS NOT GOING TO SHOW UP AND THEN I GET THE FRANTIC PHONE CALL LOOKING FOR A LIMO AT THE LAST SECOND….NOT GOOD !!