Color? What color?

Okay, okay. So you do appreciate color. But black and white is your FAVORITE. It brings the subject forward and the colors don't distract from the emotion of the moment.

It's likely that you prefer dark blacks and bright whites. Contrast is kind of important when it comes to monochrome images after all. This style makes any moment a memory and will forever remain timeless. 

What this says about YOU: You appreciate genuineness and honesty. Because of this, your work is highly emotive and expressive--just like you. You likely seek to capture real life as it happens and love even the moments that may not seem exciting at the time, but will be beautiful as a memory. 

(How are we doing so far? If this doesn't sound like you, you can GO HERE to peruse other editing styles. Forgive us?)

You might be worried that the photographer you choose won't have the same values as you in relation to the authenticity you seek. Or, that you might not be able to find a color style you like. Here's how to make sure you get the right fit:

1. Read the Website.

First things first: Read the words on their website...do the things this person is saying jive with your goals? Are they talking about that same authenticity you seek, or are they just showing you some pretty pictures? Second, look through their portfolio to see if you can picture yourself in their photographs and ask yourself whether you'll still love them  50 years from now. And third, make sure they have solid testimonials from other couples like you!

2. Have a  Chat.

If you've deemed them worthy based on their website, portfolio, and testimonials, set up a phone call, Zoom call, or in-person meeting. During the conversation,  ask yourself if  your personalities are a good fit, if you think the photographer will be able to guide you toward the aesthetic you're hoping for, and if you have reasons to book them for more than just their portfolio. They should ask about your concerns, so be honest with them. If your personalities don't match up well or you think they aren't in it to serve you and the things that are most important to you, don't move forward.  But if you think you could have a great time with them all day long, they can deliver what's important to you, and  that you'll get an excellent experience in addition to the style you're looking for, then by all means...get to booking!

3.  Note the Process.

Any photographer worth their salt should have an excellent process that serves you well, even before you book their services.  The BEST photographers will meet with you, find out what's important to you, and THEN give you pricing that reflects your desires in a custom proposal.  Below we've included resources about how to choose the right photographer.

monochrome

Your fav style is...

This is Us

Hello friend! We are Adam and Meagan Jepson. PA-based wedding photographers, photo editors, and adventurous homebodies.

Meagan keeps bees, Adam brews beer. We both like tabletop board games (but Adam is kind of obsessed). We are former youth ministers who turned our desire to be at home into a thriving business.

Our goal is to help our tribe feel at home, and today that means helping you  get  all comfy and cozy  in your editing style!

Resources to find the right fit

Blog: How to Choose a wedding photographer

The REAL guide for how to choose a photographer and videographer. You won't find these tips on the Knot, because sadly, many wedding vendors  just don't do this well.

 Here's a hint: The best vendors will ask about what's important to YOU. 

read the post

What does "value" even mean? And what does it have to do with the prices wedding vendors charge?   And on top of that, how will it help YOU?

ALL THE STYLES

Your preferred style may very well fit under a couple of different style characterizations. Because, well, art is like that. Maybe you prefer a mix of black and white and film. The two do go quite nicely together of course (<<< ask our friends at Mastin Labs!). To see all the other styles we describe, click the button below!

Photographers that might characterize their preferred style as Monochrome: Kevin Mullins, Allister Freeman

Blog: Why Value is better than Price

Remember!

read the post