049 - How To Choose A Wedding Photographer

We talk with wedding photographer Taryn Schae about what makes wedding photos feel real, how she captures emotion without becoming a third wheel, and why the best photographers protect your peace as much as they protect your files. We also break down pricing, editing, timelines, and the guest habits that can wreck ceremony photos in seconds. • photo dash pros and cons based on crowd energy • how many weddings a photographer can take while keeping quality high • the career path from exercise science to wedding photography • what to watch for all day: tears, laughter, and natural body language • how photographers stay present during emotional moments while staying respectful • what wedding photography pricing really includes: experience, gear, insurance, business costs • why photography and videography deserve budget wiggle room • editing workflow, fast sneak peeks, backups, and gallery organization • real vendor red flags from DJ horror stories • how photographers save the vibes during delays and family photo pressure • handling timeline conflicts with planners through collaboration and buffer time • what guests do that photographers hate: phones and aisle blocking during the ceremony If You're Looking For Taryn, You Can Find Her At Tarynschaephotos.com. She Is Also On Instagram, TikTok, Um, Taryn Schae photos!Follow the Wedding Hive Podcast on all social media and podcast platforms! Check out 4 Carat Vodka on all social media and check out their website to learn more!