Somewhere in Time Gazebo
Photography
S
ince your wedding pictures will
capture one of the most significant
events of your life, it's easy to see
why photography is a very impor-
tant part of the day. From West Bluff vistas
to beautiful wedding portraits, Mackinac
creates amazing pictures because it is an
amazing place.
Since you've already invested a consid-
erable amount of time and money into
your dream wedding, ensure there are
no regrets by selecting a local Mackinac
Island photographer!
Many times a family member or friend
will offer to photograph your wedding.
They come expecting to combine a vaca-
tion with taking your photos. You might
think hiring a friend to shoot your des-
tination wedding sounds appealing, but
you're gambling with images of one of
the most important days in your life. In-
stead, hire a local photographer with
experience photographing weddings on
Mackinac Island.
Local Island photographers know all
the best places to take great photos. They
know the seasons, locations, the foli-
age, the weather and of course the local
landscape. Having your photographer
equipped and "Island-ready" with bicycle
transportation means they're able to go
to numerous locations with you for pho-
tos, instead of being limited to just one
or two places. A photographer you bring
from home is not familiar with the Island,
not going to be comfortable working on
a bike, not familiar with the horse and
carriages and regrettably may have to ride
with you on your wedding carriage ride
after the ceremony.
Prior to the wedding, your photogra-
pher should offer to communicate with
you by email or on the phone to get to
know you, discuss your wedding day
schedule and offer planning tips and sug-
gestions for the best pictures. If you are
coming for an advance visit, try and set
up a personal meeting to get acquainted
with your photographer.
There are many different options on
Mackinac to fit every style and budget.
Hiring someone who knows, loves and
appreciates the Island can lead to not only
beautiful photos but an incredibly unique
and memorable experience.
It's important to be able to talk with
your photographer about your vision for
the day, and that he/she is knowledgeable
about the unique opportunities for cap-
turing Mackinac Island in the pictures.
This is why of all things wedding related,
a great photographer whose work you
love and who is familiar with the Island,
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