When I began looking for a Photographer for my wedding day, I knew it was going to be a HUGE responsibility for any photographer to live-up to. Unfortunately, even with these crazy... high expectations I got razzle/dazzled at the Dallas Bridal show by a Salesman who worked for a Photography “umbrella company”…The salesmen was excellent and I felt the pressure to seize the “limited-time” “amazing deal” that was being presented to me. So, I committed to this company for my Wedding photos. (At the time, I hadn’t decided if I was doing any engagement photos, so the deal was just for my Wedding.)
This is finally where Lynnette comes into the picture. By the time I decided I was going to go ahead with an engagement shoot, the company I had for my wedding was unavailable. So, I did a simple search on “The Knot” and found Lynnette. Instantly I was in love her style and thankfully she was available! The shoot was wonderful. This woman KNOWS her stuff and makes even the most awkward turtles feel at ease. To this day, my husband and I try to reference and use the tips she gave us when taking our pictures.
I will never forget the feeling I had when I first received my Engagement photos from Lynnette. I was blown away, practically brought to tears. To me, they were perfect. She generously offered to shoot our wedding as well, but I felt already contractually bound to the company I met from the Bridal show—plus, they were offering me a “cheaper” deal.
In the end, I cried when I received my wedding photos. But they were not happy tears at all. I hated them. From thousands of photos I only “loved” maybe 10. TEN! Again, I recognize my standards are INSANE! But guess what—I had those same standards when I first saw Lynnette’s photos from my engagement shoot, and I was blown away. It is possible to meet these “insane” standards—and Lynnette did. The reality is, you are paying thousands for a professional, not someone who knows how to hold and click a fancy camera.
I am writing this review to possibly save another bride for making the same mistake I did.
Lesson 1 learned from this experience: go with your gut---do not let yourself be razzle-dazzled by a salesman who represents a photography company. If you are a bride that just wants someone to capture the events of the day and take thousands of photos, but you don’t give a crap about an artistic approach or style then you can pretty much ignore my review.
BUT if you are a bride who wants QUALITY photos and a wonderful experience having your photograph taken with a woman who knows her shit, gives excellent direction, AND has a beautiful style, talent, flair--- CHOOSE Lynnette.
Lesson 2 learned: If it’s cheaper…there is a reason. Lynnette is worth every penny. The umbrella company offered a “cheaper” deal and in the end, it was obvious why. Listen—you get ONE shot at these photos, so please don’t let yourself be swayed by promotional deals—instead be swayed by how you feel when you look at that photographer’s work.
It has been 2 and 1/2 years since my wedding, and guess which photos are still plastered around my home and even on my phone Screensaver? It’s not my wedding photos. It’s my engagement photos done by Lynnette. (Yes, I am serious)
Maybe this review won’t help anyone (because who is this nuts, right?) but, if for some reason it resonates with you, I hope you feel secure and confident in choosing Lynnette for your special day. You will not regret it. ❤