By Oh Shoot Photography | West Michigan Wedding Photographer
Let’s get real for a second.
Being a wedding photographer is a dream job—and I mean that. But it’s also long hours, emotional rollercoasters, and a whole lot of moving parts you’ll never see in the photos. So today, I want to pull back the curtain a bit and give you some honest insight into what it’s like behind the lens on your wedding day.
Because what you see? The sneak peeks, the perfectly lit portraits, the emotional candids—they’re real.
But there’s so much more that happens to make that magic.
1. I’m Not Just a Photographer—I'm a Timekeeper, Therapist & Emergency Kit Queen
Yes, I’m there to capture moments—but I’m also zipping up dresses, pinning boutonnières, drying tears, adjusting timelines, and tracking down bouquets.
And I’ve got a bag full of snacks, band-aids, deodorant, bobby pins, and backup batteries for a reason.
When I say I’ve got your back—I mean it.
2. I Prep Like a Boss (So You Don’t Have To)
I don’t just show up and wing it.
Before your day arrives, I’ve reviewed timelines, scoped locations, created shot lists, cleaned my gear, packed extra cameras, and triple-checked backups. I’ve also probably had a heart-to-heart with you about your must-haves, sentimental moments, and family dynamics.
Because being prepared helps me be fully present for you.
3. I'm Always Watching—for the Moments You Don’t Even Know Are Happening
The tear your mom wipes away when she thinks no one’s looking?
The way your partner’s hand shakes before the first look?
Your grandparent’s smile as you exchange vows?
I see it all. And I capture it, because those are the moments that matter most.
4. It's Not Always Glamorous (But It’s Always Worth It)
I’ve climbed fences, stood in rain, sprinted in heels, laid flat in dirt, and carried 30+ pounds of gear across venues to get the shot.
Sometimes I leave with sore feet, sunburns, and a camera strap-shaped dent in my shoulder.
And I’d do it again. Every time. Because the look on your face when you see your gallery? That’s everything.
5. I’m Fully Invested—In You, Your People, and Your Story
I’m not just there to take pretty pictures. I’m there to care.
To laugh with your bridal party. To cry during your first dance. To hug your grandma before I leave.
When you book me, you’re not just getting a vendor—you’re gaining a friend who’s all in.
So Here’s the Real Talk:
Weddings are beautiful.
They’re also chaotic, emotional, messy, and sometimes unpredictable.
But through it all, I’m there—documenting the big and small, the seen and unseen, the bold and the quiet.
And that’s the kind of photographer I am.
If you’re looking for someone who shows up with heart, hustle, and a whole lot of love for what they do—I’m your girl.
đź“Ť Oh Shoot Photography | Serving Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, South Haven & all of West Michigan
📸 Bold. Honest. Real.