What makes the best wedding photographer in Duluth? What makes any wedding photographer the best?
How to decide what photographer to hire for your wedding is a daunting task for any newly engaged couple. In order of importance, after finding the person you want to marry and place of your wedding, the wedding photographer decision is usually up next.

Top questions to ask yourself when choosing a wedding photographer in Duluth, MN (or anywhere else)

1. **“How do we want our wedding to feel in photos?”

Think: Romantic, fun, documentary, editorial, moody, timeless, etc
This helps you zero in on a photographer whose style aligns with your vision. If you love candid emotion and movement, you’ll want someone more documentary than posed. This is the style PennyPhotographics is all about. Check out this whole blog about it here.

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2. **“Do we feel comfortable around them?”

Chemistry is key.**
You’ll spend more time with your photographer than almost anyone else on your wedding day — if you feel awkward, it’ll show in the photos. Go with someone who puts you at ease and feels like a friend with a camera.

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But what makes a wedding photographer the best?

1. They Tell Your Story, Not Just a Generic One

The best photographers don’t just shoot a checklist — they see you. They notice the way you look at each other, the tears, the laughter, the chaos, the quiet. They capture the vibe, not just the visuals.

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2. They’re Calm Under Pressure

Weddings can be beautiful messes. A great photographer stays chill when the timeline’s off, the light is bad, or the weather flips. They adapt fast and still deliver magic.

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3. They Master Light & Timing

The best know how to use light — soft morning light, golden hour glow, candlelit dinners. And they anticipate the moment before it happens. They’re already focused before the kiss, the hug, the laugh.

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4. They Know How to Work with People

They can hype you up or calm you down, get your grandma to smile, and make your camera-shy partner feel like a model. Great photographers make you feel seen and safe in front of the lens.

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5. They’re Obsessed with the Experience — Not Just the Portfolio

The best ones care about your whole journey — not just what’s going to look good on their Instagram. From the first email to the final gallery, they treat you with intention and care.

And not to mention, its always important to listen to other’s peoples reviews. Check out some kind words by past PennyPhotographics couples on the Knot.