This is the Transcript of the #WeddingMarketChat on May 2nd, 2012 with wedding photographer Robert Evans. The answers were made on Twitter so responses will appear different.

Robert Evans is a visual artist  who is versed in the mediums of film, digital, and video and has been a professional wedding photographer for over twenty years capturing stunning iconic images and media. Robert Evans work, his easy going personality, and his integrity, have captured the attention of some of the biggest names in film, television, sports, music and also in the  business world. He has photographed some of the biggest celebrity weddings in the last ten years including the weddings of Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes, Miranda Lambert & Blake Shelton, Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston.  Robert has also photographed the weddings of Shania Twain, Trent Reznor, Anastacia, Ioan Gruffudd and Alice Evans and Googles number one gal Marissa Mayer. Robert has also photographed personal celebrations for Jim Carrey, Jenny McCarthy, and Christina Aguilera.  Not only do his celebrity clients keep coming back because of his unique eye, but as word spreads that Robert Evans can be trusted to handle the sensitive needs and privacy that is important to his unique clientele, his client list continues to grow. See more about Robert Evans at http://www.robertevans.com/

 

 

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Q1: @RobertEvans How did you get involved with Photography? ?
AQ1:  My love for photography started in Jr. High. Much appreciation to all the teachers out there.

Q2: @RobertEvans How did you get involved with Weddings?
AQ2 A: Worked in a lab in Hollywood for 1yr. Wanted to shoot so got a job in a portrait studio w/ a wedding dept.

AQ2 B: Shot my first wedding Jan 89. Worked for 3 studios, before starting Robert Evans Studios in Jan 94. 

Q3: @RobertEvans   What did it take to obtain that first celebrity wedding?

AQ3: A bit of luck, some talent, combined with the right marketing. I sent in my portfolio like an audition & got picked

 

Q4:  @RobertEvans  What requirements are necessary to work with celebrity weddings?

AQ4: 1st & 4 most integrity, 2nd  trust!  3rd visibility, must  know about u Finally personality, they have 2 like you 

 

 

Q5: @RobertEvans   What is your favorite celebrity wedding?

AQ5 A: A Loaded Question! They all have great memories 4 me! Each one is unique. I have always been treated like a king.

AQ5 B: Miranda Lambert & Blake Shelton’s my most recent was fun they took my advice, we did all the pictures before. 

 

 

 

Q6: @RobertEvans   What celebrities have you done work for?

AQ6 A: See all celeb weddings I have done  at CelebrityWeddingPhotographer.com Tom & Katie, Brad & Jen, Miranda & Blake 

AQ6 B: Shania Twain’s wedding  Also personal celebrations & parties 4 Jim Carrey, Jenny McCarthy, & Christina Aguilera   

 

Q7: @RobertEvans  What would surprise wedding professionals about celebrity weddings?

AQ7: They are just people too! They want beautiful wedding images like everyone else. They want the same things we do.

  

Q8: @RobertEvans Do you typically see the same wedding vendors at celebrity weddings & planners?

AQ8: Some have been the same, most have been different.

Q9: @RobertEvans  What advice do you have for wedding pros wanting to work with celebrity weddings?

AQ9: Work hard 2 be the best! Network w/the right people & have integrity.  Be yourself, nobody likes or trusts a phony.

 

Q10: @RobertEvans You have a new photography Website.  Could you tell me more about it?

AQ10 A: I am the Co-founder of a blog called, WeddingPhotography411.com for the bride & groom about wedding photography.

AQ10 B: I want every couple 2 have the best  photography experience possible. By educating them about wedding photography .

 

Q11: @RobertEvans What is your price range for your wedding photography?

AQ11: Most couples spending 7k to 10k

 

Q12: @RobertEvans Do you have any interesting projects coming up?

AQ12: Headed 2 Australia in Aug. 2 do some speaking engagements

Q13: @RobertEvans What types of marketing do you do in your business?

AQ13: Submit to blogs and mags. & face to face meetings

     

Q14: @RobertEvans What would you like the #WeddingMarket to take away from this #WeddingMarketChat ?

 

AQ14 A: If you want to work with celebrities, work hard & become the best in your field. 

 AQ14 B: Be a good person. Set your sights on what you want and don’t look back. 

AQ14 C: I don’t only do celeb weddings, I can work along side you too. I am good at what I do, and very easy going.

AQ14 D: My rates are not out of reach, people assume they cannot afford me. Don’t assume just ask. Let’s work together!

 

#WeddingMarketChat Question: How does one go about submitting their work to celebrities and superstars? 

Tweet Answer:  Network with those that do work with them. Also you can start with publicist

 

 

#WeddingMarketChat Question: Do they choose traditional religious ceremonies or customize them w/own vows, readings & rituals?

Tweet Answer: Most I have see have been custom ceremonies.

 

 

#WeddingMarketChat Question: How far in advance do you get notified for bookings?

Tweet Answer: Most last minute a month or two out

 

 

#WeddingMarketChat Question: Are you doing corporate events as well as celebrity weddings?
Tweet Answer: Yes I shoot all sorts of things

 

 

#WeddingMarketChat Question: Do you still seek out weddings, or are they all referrals for you now?
Tweet Answer: I do both however most have come to me first!

 

 

#WeddingMarketChat Question: When you see the same vendors who does it tend to be? baker? design company? planner?
Tweet Answer:  Planner and Flowers

 

 

#WeddingMarketChat Question: What are some disadvantages of shooting celebrity weddings?
Tweet Answer: Lots of pressure & can scare off average bride.

 

 

#WeddingMarketChat Question: How do U keep your availability under control with such little planning notice?

Tweet Answer: Luck!