I apologize for not getting this out on Friday but I was a bit under the weather. I think this feature is more than worth the wait though.
In December, we featured a fun and whimsical engagement session by the lovely and talented, Boston Wedding Photographer Shang Chen. Today, we're going to talk to her about her experience, philosophy, and insight on wedding photography. She also gives some great advise on how to find the perfect photographer for your wedding. Enjoy!
SCW: How long have you been in the photography business?
Shang: I'm starting my 3rd year. My first year I did mostly lifestyle, engagement sessions, and student group events at college. In my second year, I began photographing weddings as well due to an overwhelmingly positive response! For the foreseeable future, I intend to focus on weddings, engagements, as well as a special line of fashion-focused lifestyle sessions that I have just launched.
SCW: What is your philosophy or approach to wedding photography? How would you describe your style?
Shang: I see myself as being a genuine storyteller who aims to combine a photojournalistic background (I was trained in photojournalism as the editor-in-chief of my high school yearbook) with fine art portraiture to really show the personalities of the couple getting married as well as the friends and family who are there to celebrate with them. My brand is all about color, energy, and personality.
SCW: If you could offer one piece of advice to couples out there, what would you tell them?
Shang: Communication is so important! If there's one thing that I see many couples learn to do during their engagement, in dealing with situations with vendors or even family, it is that communication is key. My intentions are always to serve the couple and make them happy, but I need to understand what they like and what they need, so do not be afraid to communicate what is on your mind!
SCW: Do you have a dream photo shoot? Is there a celebrity wedding you wish you could have shot or is there a dream location you'd like to shoot a wedding at?
Shang: I think that what I am doing now is already living the dream! I'm really excited for the next coming years as I am opening up my photography to locations nationwide, with a focus on the Boston and Chicago metro areas as I will be splitting my time between those two cities. I actually don't have a particular focus on glamour, high-end, luxury, or celebrity weddings. Instead, I think the best weddings that I have worked at are the ones where everyone is not afraid to be themselves, be genuine. I love it when people allow that kind of intimacy of a connection at the soul level, when they can speak words with their eyes and smiles, that's when I do my best work.
Our deepest gratitude goes out to Shang for allowing us to feature her today. We love how down to earth she is and how she is living her dream through her photography business.
For more on Shang, be sure to check out her website and blog for more information and more beautiful photographs.
Until next time, Happy Planning!
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