Wedding Fit

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When you think of the style you want to see in most of your photos, what jumps out?
Vibrant & Colorful
Classic & Natural
Light & Airy
Matte & Muted
Warm & Earthy
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What's the most important thing to you when you get your photos back?
Emotion, creativity, expression, quality, and variety
Classic poses, seeing my loved ones, everyone smiling, traditional formats, some creativity but nothing crazy
Making sure every image on my checklist or Pinterest board is accounted for
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It's time to enjoy your photos! Which product are you most excited to show off?
Just a place I can view them online is fine.
A Proof Book with EVERY image taken!
A stunning album - traditional and a lifelong keepsake
This technology which is close to being outdated but I still feel like I need it
Actual prints that I can pick up, flip through, and pass around
A snazzy new Slideshow Book so I can show off my photos on the go
Beautiful wall art so I can see my photos throughout my home
No preference really. Whichever one costs the least.
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When someone asks you to get into a group photo, do you typically…
Squish in at whatever angle fits the most people!
Find the perfect spot, strike a pose and hold it until they're done so you know you look your best
Begrudgingly oblige, then make a run for it as soon as they’re done
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A friend shows you a new piece of art she got, but it’s not exactly your style. Do you...
Still appreciate the colors and techniques, contemplating what the artist might have been trying to convey
Politely congratulate her but otherwise not express much additional interest in it
Crinkle your nose in dislike and ask her what on earth she was thinking
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You're moving and have to downsize. How do you handle your family memories?
Keep the boxes of old prints, photo albums, and framed portraits on the wall, in their original state. Nothing will ever convince you to toss these!
Keep some but send the rest to a scanning company to turn them all into digitals. You cherish the memories and want some prints but this is just too many.
Wait…People print their photos? Then toss your smart phone into your purse and call it a day.
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You're picking out a photo to hang as a 24x30" framed print on the wall in your home. Which type of image would you choose?
The creative reflection pool shot with the epic sunset
The basic traditional "all of us looking at camera" shot
Neither. I don't see the point in hanging prints on the wall.
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You send an email to 3 vendors. Which reply is likely to be your favorite?
Brief answers with an invitation to discuss in more detail later
Detailed answers with a lot of information and options
Whichever one was fastest
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When you're considering a photo, which level of editing does it have to have before you're comfortable showing it to someone else?
As raw and unedited as possible. The imperfections are just part of the story.
Enough to look fresh and polished, but still "real"...like the best version of my true self.
Everything is fixed, smoothed, removed, not a wrinkle in sight and I've magically lost 20 pounds
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You've planned a special surprise date for your partner's birthday, but the evening is not going the way you envisioned. What's your natural response?
"Hey, no plan is perfect, but at least we're together and we're going to make the best of it!"
"I'm so disappointed I put so much work into this, but I better just grin and bear it for their sake."
"Forget it! If it's not going to go perfectly then I don't even want to be here!"
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Fill in the blank: "I most value the kind of photographer who has______________"
The nicest and most expensive camera (since it's definitely going to take the best photos)
Decades of experience, great reviews, a personality I mesh with, and a clear dedication to their craft
The nicest website and advertising.
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The outfit you had picked for your shoot has a huge stain on it! What's do you do!?
Head to the local shops to find something else as an alternative.
Pull something else out of your wardrobe and try to coordinate with the rest of the family as well as you can.
Wear it anyway and hope Photoshop can solve it.
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What words come to mind when you envision the style of images you want to see from your session?
Bright. Colorful. Vibrant. Variety. Expressive. Energetic. Emotional. Backlit/ glowing. Not stiff. Bold. Adventurous.
Deep. Rich. Warm. Use of creative shadows and highlights. Dramatic shots. Poses that make us look like models. Sentimental.
Soft. Light. Airy. Ethereal. Whimsical. Dreamy. Lots of whites and brightness. Expressions that are demure and quiet. Delicate. Angelic.
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A friend posts an album of photos on Facebook to share from her vacation. Do you…
Take the time to tap through every single one of them. You love reliving experiences through photographs!
Flip through some of the photos to skim for people or places you recognize, like a few and then go on about your day
Scroll past the album. Looking at photos is a waste of time.
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Which personality and communication style best describes you?
Charming and Sweet - lots of smiles and friendly conversation but perhaps a little uncomfortable expressing what I want sometimes; I'm happy to be doing this but need some reassurance and direction. Perhaps bordering on shy.
Quirky, maybe a bit Nerdy or Goofy (in a good way!) - An easy laugh and "up for anything" attitude, excited about life but maybe sometimes a little awkward, but open to new or unusual experiences and very "roll with the punches" mentality
Boss Babe - I'm so here for it! Confident, self-assured, ready for anything. If I know what I want, I'll tell you, but I expect you to direct and guide me as well. Perhaps a little impulsive at times, but only because I'm living my best life.
Earthy / Soulful / Ecclectic - Calm, centered, measured and endearing. I'm a good listener with both ears and heart, and love expressing myself in both word and deed. I appreciate a good long talk and getting to know others.
Poised and Professional - this is an exchange of value; here are my clearly defined expectations and I appreciate your clearly explained policies. Now, where do you need me to stand?
Are we really doing this? Seriously just come, take some photos, I'll do my thing, you do your thing, and we'll figure it out later. If I like the photos, great, if not, whatever.
Fretful and Self Conscious - this whole thing has me very anxious, I don't know what to ask, I'm not sure how I'll look in the photos, and I'm afraid things won't go perfectly
None of these or I'm Not Really Sure?
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When you receive a contract for services, do you....
Go line by line, make notes, and get answers before signing.
Skim quickly and sign with a general understanding of what's in it.
Scroll straight to the bottom and sign. I don't have time to read all that.
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The shoot is over and the images are now being edited. What's your main priority?
Speed! Get them back as fast as possible, even if some editing details are overlooked.
Quality! A light edit to enhance the photos, with room to make additional adjustments afterward.
Perfection with a capital P! I don't want to see a single flyaway hair or facial blemish or wrinkle on any of my proofs.
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A family member asks you to help with a creative project. Do you...
Find a professional to help. It's worth it to have an expert do it so it comes out right.
Head to the craft store, open up Pinterest, and take a stab at it yourself.
Debate the need to bother with it in the first place, or decline to help.
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WOOHOO! Looks like we are a great fit!

Based on your answers, I can guess that you are into photography or at least have an appreciation for the creativity and the work that goes into producing beautiful images. You have personality traits that are a good "mesh" for my style, such as being fun, laid-back, enthusiastic, kind, patient, and friendly. You like to have somewhat of a plan, but you don't get totally derailed if something doesn't go perfectly the day of the shoot. You also value the kinds of products that I include in my sessions, meaning I know you'll be delighted when you receive them.

You also chose image styles that are very in keeping with how I shoot and edit, which I find really important, because while small adjustments can be made for special requests, fundamentally when you hire a photographer, you're comitting to their style and artistic vision.

On the more adminstrative side, you clearly value quality and attention to detail over speed or quantity, which is a good trait when working with a photographer like me who - while yes, I want to get them back as fast as possible too - does like to add little extra touches, and is someone who likes to give detailed and thoughtful answers to your questions. You take the time to familiarize yourself with the processes and instructions, because you know it will mean less confusion down the road.

Lastly, since you obviously went through the process to complete the quiz in the first place, I can tell that you're a thoughtful consumer. Perhaps you enjoy a great deal or bonus here and there, but you still want a quality product and personal experience, and you're wiling to take the time to make a smart decision.

All in all, I can tell that we would have a great time working together, that you would be getting the kinds of photos you want, and that I will be able to deliver on everything you're most excited about.

And so, welcome! You're definitely someone I would LOVE to work with, and I hope we can put something together that will be the perfect option for you!
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Oh yeah....There's a lot of good vibes in the room here.

Based on your answers, it sounds like we have a lot that will work great together! As with any service you book or company you hire, there are always going to be some areas that won't be a *perfect* match, but we can definitely both go into the shoot understanding your priorities and what you value most from your photographer.

As someone who took the time to complete this quiz in the first place, I can tell that you're a careful consumer who likes to make sure you're making a good decision, which I highly value as well. You chose images and styles that are well within my realm of what I offer, which I find really important, because while small adjustments can be made for special requests, fundamentally when you hire a photographer, you're comitting to their style and artistic vision.

You also showed an interest in products that are a great option for enjoying your images after the session and that I can easily provide for you.

On the more adminstrative and planning side, we'll make sure to keep you abreast of what's included, what's happening next, and go over any details that are easy to overlook.

From your responses, I can guess that while you appreciate attention to detail and extra care, you also want things to be done efficiently and minimize the amount of time it takes to get to the completed product.

All in all, I can tell that we would be a good match, and I would be able to deliver in such a way that would make you very happy with the final outcome, with images you love, products that you find most appealing, in a way that fits your lifestyle and personality.

And so, I hope that was helpful and that you feel a good sense of connection for what I can offer as well. If you have any questions after completing this quiz, please let me know and we can dig into specific elements in more detail! Please let me know which services would be the best fit for you, and we can discuss the options to help you make your final decision.
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Hmmm.... It looks like we may need to chat further

© Harli Marten

It's hard to say just yet, but my guess is that either you had several answers that contradicted one another, or your replies ran so much of the gamut of possible responses such that it was hard to tell exactly how good of a fit we might be.

Generally speaking, I find the best possible fit to be when my clients appreciate photography, creativity, art, and are generally open to ideas, input, and collaboration, and who also possess personality traits like being fun, energetic, laid-back, patient, kind, and thoughtful. My clients generally love beautiful printed products, would rather have something done well than done today, and while they may have the typical insecurities that we all have as humans, overall they are excited about pictures and enjoy making memories with them. Lastly, they love photos that elicit emotion and have a variety of looks and expressions, while fitting the bright and vibrant style depicted in my portfolio.

My clients are generally not very impatient, they're not genereally very stoic in their expression or indifferent to the process, they don't typically just want digital files (they want something tangible as well), and they typically aren't interested in the cheapest possible option.

If this is giving you a good picture and you feel you embody this type of client and want to continue pursuing working together, definitely reach out and we can discuss in more detail.
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I appreciate your interest and will be happy to refer you to one of my colleagues

©Ashkan Forouzani

Thank you so much for completing this quiz, however it does not look like we would be a very good fit for one another. You might be looking for a style of photography, products, or policies that I either don't offer or are not ideally suited to my usual lineup of services.

But that's okay! While I might not be the perfect photographer for you, there are so many talented professionals to choose from that I know you will find someone. If I can assist you with additional referrals, please let me know!

If you're not sure why you're getting this result and want to go over the information in more detail, please reach out and I'd be happy to review together.
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WOOHOO! Looks like we are a great fit!

Oh yeah....There's a lot of good vibes in the room here.

Hmmm.... It looks like we may need to chat further

I appreciate your interest and will be happy to refer you to one of my colleagues