The "Science" Behind Wedding Photography | Ed Yao

Wedding photographer Ed Yao joins the program to share his unconventional path into the world of wedding photography. Originally following in his father’s footsteps with a Master of Science, Ed took a year off to travel with a new camera in hand. What began as curiosity quickly turned into something deeper. He realized life in a lab wasn’t for him. As a natural extrovert, he craved connection, energy, and the human stories unfolding in front of a lens.After proving to his parents that photography could provide a real living, Ed committed fully and never looked back. His early break came in Montreal, where he began shooting nightlife and club events. As his photos circulated through the city’s nightlife scene, more venues started to notice his work and opportunities followed.Ed discusses the realities of working in the wedding photography industry, from building trust with couples to understanding why wedding photography isn’t quite the high-pressure environment people imagine. He also shares practical advice for beginners, how photographers can scale their business, and why valuing your work is essential to long-term success.In this conversation, Ed offers insight into the business, creativity, and mindset required to succeed.You can follow Ed herehttps://www.instagram.com/edyaophoto/Follow Open Shutter for future show announcements!https://www.instagram.com/openshutteryoutube/like and subscribe:)