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Your wedding is meant to be unforgettable—a day you’ll look back on through photos for years to come. That’s why so many people don’t think twice about splurging on a photographer who can capture every bit of its magic.
This bride’s parents did exactly that, hiring a professional with a $3K price tag and high expectations. But when she finally saw the finished album, she was left speechless, and not in the way she’d hoped.
Frustrated and disappointed, she turned to Reddit to vent and reveal the photo fiasco. See it for yourself below.
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The bride’s parents hired a $3K photographer for her big day
Image credits: Getúlio Moraes / unsplash (not the actual photo)
But when she saw the photos, she was floored for all the wrong reasons
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Image credits: Natilyn Hicks Photography / unsplash (not the actual photo)
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Is there anything you can do if you don’t like your wedding photos?
Image credits: Anastase Maragos / unsplash (not the actual photo)
A wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime event. If the photos don’t turn out the way you envisioned, there’s no time machine to take you back to hire someone else or restage the day.
The sting is real, especially if you end up with results like these. But experts say there are still ways to ease the disappointment and salvage what you can.
First, wedding photographer and videographer Elle Alihos recommends taking a step back and figuring out exactly what’s wrong.
It could be that you don’t like how you look, you feel the most important moments weren’t captured, or you’re unhappy with the editing and lighting. In a lot of cases, taking a step back and being as objectively as possible to try and figure out what the actual problem is helps.
In this case, though, we know the issues were plenty—strange shots, missed key moments, and overall unprofessional behavior. So how do you move forward?
One option is to ask the photographer if they have any additional shots they didn’t send. Often, they’ll only share what they believe are the “best” images, but there could be hidden gems in the rest of the batch. Request to see them and check if anything stands out.
Another step: reach out to your wedding guests. If they took photos, ask them to share their images.
“You can still make a second album out of your favourite shots even though their quality isn’t quite as high as that of professional photographers. Moreover, you may think they are even more remarkable because they are genuine and were captured by your dearest friends,” said Alihos.
If some of the professional shots are almost there but not quite, see if they can be rescued with additional editing.
You can also experiment yourself. Erin Celletti at Brides suggests adding filters, such as black and white, to disguise discoloration or flaws and give the photos a different feel.
Next, review your contract carefully. Look at what was promised versus what was delivered, Alihos advises. Depending on the terms, you might be entitled to a partial refund or other compensation. Pay attention to the number of photos promised as well as the clarity and quality standards stated in the agreement.
Finally, while you can’t recreate the original wedding day, you can arrange another photo shoot to mark the occasion, Celletti notes.
“While it may not have the same sentiment attached and there are of course added expenses involved, it would give you another chance to try out a new photographer, style, beauty look, etc.” she says. “Maybe you’d like to opt for a different setting or go back to the grounds where your wedding originally took place.”
“If nothing else, it’s a second shot at having some images you can cherish forever.”
Later, the bride answered everyone’s burning questions in an effort to explain how this even happened
Image credits: Wesley Tingey / unsplash (not the actual photo)
Image credits: Jonathan Borba / unsplash (not the actual photo)
She also shared the few wedding dress photos she considered usable
Image credits: Sorry_Cheetah_3227
She followed up with more details in the comments
Readers were just as shocked by how terrible the shots were
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Remi (He/Him) 4 months ago
Putting a gopro on a dog and giving some audience volunteers including a kid or two some cameras might make for a great wedding album. Unlike this cr*p. Was the photographer drunk or something?
Jcusack 4 months ago
Right!? terrible job! but I watch enough Judge Judy to know she has to pay him something, but I would definitely be holding back some due to the absolute poor quality Give 'em $2K and walk away
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StarCrossedFriday 4 months ago (edited)
Looks like we were lucky - I hate having my photo taken with a passion, so when we found someone for our wedding who was not only amazing at photos but also practically a psychologist when it came to making you feel at ease, we were blessed. I’d be beyond upset with photos like the above. 3k? Bonkers.
JayWantsACat 4 months ago
I appreciate that OP lampshaded that some people might find this a Bridezilla or Karen situation, but her anger is obviously justified.
Asri 4 months ago
3k is fine for a skilled event photography package in most places if it includes the portrait session. Time and equipment is expensive when you include post processing. This guy? Seems like a random with a big camera, not a professional. Photos like the hat are well done but NOT WHAT THE CLIENT ASKED FOR.
WonderWoman 4 months ago
Really stinks that they paid so much for pictures and didn't get what they wanted. They should ask for a partial refund.
Karen Cleary 4 months ago
Reminds me of my wedding photos. They were no better than a child grabbing a camera and taking quick little shots here and there.
B.Nelson 4 months ago
The ring picture isn't rule of thirds. It's off from it which is why your eye goes to right above the rings instead of on the rings. It should have been cropped. Aesthetic wedding photos should include some decorations or obvious wedding signs. The hat rack would have made sense if the crowns were in it or if it had some kind of wedding decorations. The shoes would have made sense if those were the shoes the bride or groom was wearing. I get that he was trying to use the hoop skirt to put a focus on the flowers, but it didn't work. Lastly, if the iridescent color of the dress didn't come through, it's because the lighting for the camera was off or the photographer put them through a filter.
Remi (He/Him) 4 months ago
Putting a gopro on a dog and giving some audience volunteers including a kid or two some cameras might make for a great wedding album. Unlike this cr*p. Was the photographer drunk or something?
Jcusack 4 months ago
Right!? terrible job! but I watch enough Judge Judy to know she has to pay him something, but I would definitely be holding back some due to the absolute poor quality Give 'em $2K and walk away
Load More Replies... StarCrossedFriday 4 months ago (edited)
Looks like we were lucky - I hate having my photo taken with a passion, so when we found someone for our wedding who was not only amazing at photos but also practically a psychologist when it came to making you feel at ease, we were blessed. I’d be beyond upset with photos like the above. 3k? Bonkers.
JayWantsACat 4 months ago
I appreciate that OP lampshaded that some people might find this a Bridezilla or Karen situation, but her anger is obviously justified.
Asri 4 months ago
3k is fine for a skilled event photography package in most places if it includes the portrait session. Time and equipment is expensive when you include post processing. This guy? Seems like a random with a big camera, not a professional. Photos like the hat are well done but NOT WHAT THE CLIENT ASKED FOR.
WonderWoman 4 months ago
Really stinks that they paid so much for pictures and didn't get what they wanted. They should ask for a partial refund.
Karen Cleary 4 months ago
Reminds me of my wedding photos. They were no better than a child grabbing a camera and taking quick little shots here and there.
B.Nelson 4 months ago
The ring picture isn't rule of thirds. It's off from it which is why your eye goes to right above the rings instead of on the rings. It should have been cropped. Aesthetic wedding photos should include some decorations or obvious wedding signs. The hat rack would have made sense if the crowns were in it or if it had some kind of wedding decorations. The shoes would have made sense if those were the shoes the bride or groom was wearing. I get that he was trying to use the hoop skirt to put a focus on the flowers, but it didn't work. Lastly, if the iridescent color of the dress didn't come through, it's because the lighting for the camera was off or the photographer put them through a filter.
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