Gina + Austin’s James Ward Mansion Wedding
Gina + Austin
September 26, 2021
James Ward Mansion
Documentary, Authentic, and Fun Photography
Hi Gina, thank you so much for spending some time with me, sharing the hopes, dreams, and priorities of your wedding on zoom. I had a wonderful time speaking with you, and felt like we are really on the same page regarding so many things including photography style, which is always a win! Here are some of the things we discussed as being priorities to you:
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You would like engagement photos at Longwood Gardens
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You’re both a little uneasy about being the center of attention, so you want more natural looking photos – not stiff and statue-like. You trust the professional’s choices and suggestions about lighting, locations, and direction!
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In general the candid, natural, and documentary type photos of all of your guests during the cocktail/reception are also super important.
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In terms of editing you hope to have photos that have accurate, and bold color – you don’t like anything overly bright or too dark either
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The first look is something you’d like to have framed on your wall in 10 years to remember your wedding by.
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You would like to see your fun/quirky/silly personalities shine in the photos
“Not only is his work incredible, he is a funny guy, and a lot of fun to work with. He is so patient and calm, and knows how to give great directions so the shot looks natural and perfect. He clearly works hard on his craft, and it shows.”
-Nicole + Ryan, November 2019
Everywhere, but Nowhere
Based on our conversation it became very apparent that you do not want a photographer who will be in people’s faces during moments that should be natural and documented in a photo-journalistic fashion. Unlike some photographers who turn the wedding into their own fashion shoot, we strive to be “everywhere, but nowhere” at the same time. Meaning we will do our best to blend into the crowd capturing genuine reactions and moments as they happen, without interfering.
A Focus on Storytelling
Although we will do a few posed photos, the main focus for your wedding will be based on observation and documentation, like a photojournalist would do. You will get to see an entirely different side of your wedding from the perspective of someone who is entirely focused on the big memories found in small moments. You will not only have amazing photos of yourself, but of your family, and guests enjoying their time as well.
Party Mode!
You want to be able to look back on your wedding photos years from now, and remember how much fun you and all of your guests had. We will blend right into the crowd during your reception and take photos until the last song is played, and the lights get turned on. Additionally while we tend to leave people alone, and let them do their thing partying it up, we will of course be available for any and all group/posed photo requests from you with guests!
Not Your Parents Wedding Photos
During our call, you consistently mentioned wanting photos that looked natural, and fun. Although we always do to achieve the natural look we will it extra in mind for your wedding, during the editing, and make sure that you get the exact look you are hoping for. This will also go into how your photos are edited, which will be in an accurate and natural way. You deserve to remember your wedding as it happened, and not through an Instagram filter which will be out of style in 5 years.
Custom Coverage Package
$3695
Documenting all of the special moments of your wedding including from putting your dress on all the way through your reception with you and your loved ones breaking it down on the dance floor. Of course we’ll include many photographs of the two of you as well.
7 Hours Coverage by Mike Zawadzki
2 Hour Engagement/Couples Session
Online gallery with printing rights
“He literally broke a sweat at our wedding and trooped through despite how hot it was. He was always in immediate communication, replies within the hour (faster), and is quick to deliver photos. You know you’ll always get quality work from mike and his team. I received quite a few wedding photographs back immediately after my wedding so I had something special to share with my family right away. “
-Nicole + Eric, July 2019
He was so professional (we barely noticed him in action, which was important to us because we didn’t want any distractions from our event) and he captured it PERFECTLY! His photos will be cherished for a lifetime and I am so beyond glad we hired him to shoot our very special day.
-Jenna, April 2019
“Mike and his team have literally turned our special night into the most incredible memories we could have ever imagined. Let me say, our family is HUGE and our wedding party even bigger. Even with the last minute changes stress of having to fit so many photos into a small time frame, Mike and his crew, were able to get every single picture taken, down to very last moments of our night. We are so truly incredibly grateful to have found Mike.”
Galina + Andrew, May 2019
See more of our raves, reviews, and where we have been published!
He’s a great guy, incredibly personable, and always there for you.
Our photos are breathtaking! Mike is also someone who makes you feel at ease, which was essential for the first time we’ve ever been had professional photos taken. The pictures are the memories and it was extremely important to us that we found someone we could trust with this truly monumental day, to capture each precious moment. Mike and his team exceeded our expectations. In addition to all this, he’s a great guy, incredibly personable, and always there for you. My emails, texts and calls were returned so quickly, most often with an immediate response. Mike could also add therapist to this list of achievements, as he helped coach us through some difficulties with our venue, while never wavering on his commitment to making our day epic. This guy makes a parking lot look like a dream. We are forever grateful to have had the opportunity to meet and work with him!
-Betsy N. October 2019
Additional Galleries
Andrew + Danjuma
Danjuma and Andrew had a lovely wedding at the James Ward Mansion and I think you might like it! They shared many loving pre-ceremony moments, had a beautiful ceremony, and couples photos together!
Sean + Sara
When you mentioned fun and interactive photos, I instantly thought of Sean and Sara’s engagement session! It was in the fall and we had the most perfect sunset behind the tree-line.
Click here to view
What’s Next For Us
I am so excited to follow up and go over this proposal to listen to what you like, what you might be concerned about, and what else I may be able to do for you. However if you’re already in love with what you see here, and want to book right away, you can contact me now, and I will send your choice of package with a $1000 retainer. I accept all major credit and debit cards through the secure online portal on my website!
Mike Zawadzki
info@mikezawadzki.com
973-941-2940
