How to be the BEST photography client EVAH!
Let me make this abundantly clear. This post is a lighthearted, tongue-in-cheek dive into some of the more interesting client experiences I’ve seen photographers share in my photography Facebook groups. Let’s be clear: this isn’t a rant about clients (you’re wonderful, I promise!). Photography, like any other job, involves working with people, and sometimes that comes with a mix of humor, challenges, and occasional frustrations. Whether it’s clients having an off day or photographers needing to be more caffeinated, these moments are all part of the job. So, grab a coffee (or other beverage) and get ready to laugh along as I share some fun insights on how to be the kind of client every photographer secretly dreams about. 😉
Part 1- the mysterious contract (that's not really all that mysterious )
So there's this mystical document that your photographer sends ,what even is that? Well friends that is the contract! It’s not just a boring hurdle standing between you and your amazing photos. It’s your guide to all the important stuff—like what happens if someone (client or photographer) gets sick, how rainy weather is handled, when you’ll get your images, how many photos you’ll receive, who owns the pictures, and even how the editing works. If you’re ever tempted to ask, “Can I get the RAW files?” or “Where are the other 200 shots you took?” (insert photographer's hard eyeroll here) the answers are probably already in your contract.
We get it—contracts are long, and no one loves reading the fine print. But we do them because we photographers want you clients to understand everything about how this deal works. Clients asking something that’s spelled out in black-and-white can feel a little... well, frustrating. It’s like if you gave someone a beautifully wrapped gift with a card explaining what it is, and they still ask, “What is it, though?” Like, my dude—the answer was literally in your hands.
So, do yourself (and your photographer!) a favor—take a few minutes and actually read the contract. Think of it as part of the experience, not just a checkbox. Your photographer will love you for it, and you’ll be totally in the know about what to expect. Win-win!
