Find the Best Rhode Island Wedding Photographers Near You
If you're a fun-loving couple looking for stunning images captured by an experienced photographer who feels more like a trusted friend, then you've come to the right place! We are your Photo-Novelists and vow to capture your style, your kindness, and the love you have for each other through a stress-free experience. Chris James provides wedding photography and on-location portraits in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and the surrounding region, offering creative and affordable photography for a decade.
The Role of a Wedding Photographer
A wedding photographer takes photos of the event, including preparation, the wedding itself and the reception. This will include pictures of the bride and groom, the bridesmaids, the groomsmen and the families, friends and guests of the bride and groom. In addition, they will have to edit all of your photos and spend a lot of time during the post processing stage to prepare your final pictures. We are in a unique position in the front row seat to the best moments of your wedding day, and we view that intimate access as a privilege.
How Do I Find and Choose The Best Rhode Island Wedding Photographer?
There are several ways to find a good wedding photographer that will satisfy your expectations, including using the search engines, a local photographer directory, and also word of mouth referrals from family and friends. When reviewing your options always be sure to review the photography galleries of the photographers you are considering to be certain you are choosing a photographer that takes pictures and photos in the style that you desire. What one couple likes another couple may not, so it’s an entirely subjective process depending on the style of photography you want. Always look for someone with significant experience, at least 5 years so you can be sure they are competent and have plenty of previous galleries to show as examples.
Defining Our Style: The Photo-Novelist
What is our style? We are Photo Novelists, a fusion of techniques practiced in photojournalism and fashion photography in order to create a story of customized, irresistible imagery. Our warm, fun-loving nature is just as essential to our photography as our experience and training. We work unobtrusively and let the moments unfold organically, enhancing the occasion without becoming the focal point. Our photographs will develop a voice so you can experience your day over and over again.
Consider these definitions as they relate to our work:
- A novelist; noun, is an innovator and/or one who creates and writes stories.
- A photograph; noun (often shortened to photo), is an image created by light falling on a light-sensitive surface.
How Much Do Rhode Island Wedding Photographers Cost?
Average prices and cost for Rhode Island wedding photographers will vary based on the experience of the photographer, the location, whether they have to travel long distance, whether they have a 2nd shooter with them, whether they also have someone shooting video, and also how in demand they are due to their talent.
| Service Type / Experience | Average Price Range |
|---|---|
| Elopement & Small, Intimate Wedding Packages | Begin at $1600 |
| Good Wedding Photographer (Average) | $2,500 to $7,500 |
| High Demand / Travel Photographers | $10,000 or more plus travel expenses |
| Low Experience / Budget Options | $2,000 or less |
Most people do tip a wedding photographer, but it isn’t required depending on their fee. A tip of 10% to 15% is not uncommon and most have no problem tipping because of the relationship they develop with their photographer and the time spent throughout the day of the event.
Key Questions to Ask Rhode Island Wedding Photographers
There are several questions you should ask your wedding photographer up front to be sure you have clarity on how things will take place, what you can expect and what the final deliverables will be:
- How many weddings have you shot?
- What editing style do you use?
- How many edited photos are included?
- Can we have all the photos that aren’t edited on a thumb drive?
- What are your total costs and what deposit is required?
- Can you bring a 2nd photographer if needed?
- Can you bring a videographer also if needed or desired?
- Can you be available before the wedding and after for the reception?
Professional Expertise and Planning
You want to work with a photographer who knows what they are doing. We have over 25 years of experience, an award-winning team! We’ll provide you with expert advice. You can trust us to ensure that you’ll know exactly what to expect when it comes to the photography on your big day. We’ll work closely with you to put together a perfect schedule of photography and finalize details prior to your wedding. You tie the knot. We take some epic images. We all high five!