βI honestly donβt even know where to begin with how amazing Crystal was as our wedding photographer. We were originally booked with another photographer who completely ghosted us just two days before the wedding. They texted to say they couldnβt make it, leaving us stranded and with no photographer just days before the big day. I was beyond stressed, having read so many horror stories in Facebook groups about photographers bailing on couples. While some brides exaggerate these situations to find a cheaper photographer, I genuinely believed I had booked someone reliable. Life just happened, and we were left scrambling.
I reached out in Facebook groups for recommendations, but many photographers were charging nearly double for last-minute bookings, and some didnβt even respond. Then, Crystal commented on one of my posts saying she was available. I looked at her work and loved her clean, timeless style. Her photos felt naturalβnothing looked staged or out of place. I reached out, and to my surprise, she responded within an hour or two after I filled out a request form on her website. She was incredibly attentive, always answering my questions quickly and thoroughly. This was something many other photographers didnβt doβher communication was top-notch.
When I called Crystal to discuss her services, she mentioned she doesnβt like to push for more photos. That was a huge relief since I didnβt want to feel pressured into constant photoshoots. She helped put together a timeline to maximize our time together, making it clear that if things ran late, it would cut into our photo time. I appreciated how knowledgeable she was about weddings and how everything worked. That, for me, was the biggest selling point. Crystal wasnβt just a photographer; she was someone who understood how to make the most out of the day.
The thing that stood out most was how she kept telling me, "Itβs your day, we can do whatever you want." I loved that flexibility, but she also honestly warned me that if we deviated from the timeline, we might miss some photo opportunities or have fewer photos. I really appreciated her honesty and straightforwardness.
Part of her process includes sending a detailed packet about a month before the wedding. It seemed like a lot, but it was so helpful! After I filled it out, she called to go over everything and work on the timeline together. Even my venue coordinator didnβt do that, and I really appreciated Crystalβs level of care and attention to detail.
On the wedding day, Crystal made me feel so comfortable and relaxed. Iβm not a huge picture-taker, and while I wanted every moment captured, I didnβt want to be pressured to do constant photoshoots. Weddings are hectic, and the day was busy. But I really appreciated how Crystal understood when I needed a break. She gave me time to enjoy the music, drinks, and moments with family and friends without pushing me for more photos. Yes, I knew I might not get as many photos, but the ones she did capture are perfectβbeautiful, natural, and full of emotion.
Booking with Crystal was one of the best decisions I made. She went above and beyond to make sure I felt comfortable and at ease, and that meant so much to me. If you're looking for someone dependable, professional, and genuinely caring about capturing your day in the most beautiful, authentic way, I highly recommend her. Thank you, Crystal, for being such a huge part of our unforgettable day!β
