TI-Rewind to 2003.  In order to complete our degrees, my wife and I spent 6 months living abroad.  In Europe I met my match: the Camera!  Seeing just a small portion of the beauty that makes up our world is indescribable and life changing.  We returned in 2004.  I found a photography mentor and spent an entire year developing technical skills under his amazing instruction.  Tiberius Images was born.  Now, in combination with my wife and 2 associate photographers, we specialize in weddings and business events.  Capturing photographs of the most important moments for our clients, is like archiving their personal stories.  Tiberius Images ensures that memories and moments will never be forgotten.   

2. BE-What makes Tiberius stand out from other photographers? 

TI-There are many Michigan wedding photographers out there and we strive everyday to create amazing experiences for the couples we work with. We believe speed is of the essence with wedding photos, which is why on the wedding day (during the reception to be specific) we will put together a 30-40 image slide show of the bride and groom from earlier in the day.  It gives their guests the ability to see what happened outside of the ceremony.  Later in the night, we will upload those images to Facebook and those photos will become the “official” Facebook wedding photos.  Check out www.facebook.com/tiberiusimages for some examples.

TI-While downtown with a couple, we told the groom to “pick up his bride and swing her around”.  His response… “I don’t know if you know this, but I am a former Olympic hammer thrower.  Do you want me to really swing her? ”  

TI-When searching for a photographer, we would suggest that you concentrate on the following:

1. PORTFOLIO:  Ask to see an entire wedding to really view their style.  Anyone can get lucky on a few shoots, what you should be looking for is consistency.  Many people will tell you that they can morph their style to fit your needs, but think of it this way, if a classic musician is asked to create a piece of rock music, won’t that piece of music be very “classical” in nature because that’s who the composer is?
2. PERSONALITY: Do you like the photographer? Do you feel comfortable about who they are, their work ethic and their ability to deliver?  Make sure that you meet them in person if possible.  Get to know them.  You are making a considerable investment, so feel free to interview them!
3. PRICE: Once you’ve found a photographer that fits the other two, address the thing everyone thinks should be first:  Price.  Remember that most studios are flexible and can either add things to or take things away from their list of packages to meet your budget needs.
4. PRODUCTS: Does the photographer know their craft?  Can they tell you where their albums come from and how they are made?  Are you viewing products that have the potential to outlast technology changes?  Are they timeless? 

1. Be comfortable in your own skin. 80% of beauty is attitude!  This is your day…feel like a goddess and let it shine in the photographs.
2. Be in tune with your body shape.  What does this mean?  Know which features you want to accentuate and which you would like to down play.  Discuss this with your dress provider and your photographer.  A good professional will have extensive experience with all body types and will be able to provide suggestions about styles and angles.
3. Be a good listener as the photographer should have experience and suggestions on how to look your best.

Thank you to Russ and Rebecca for taking the time to be interviewed.  We had the pleasure of working with Tiberius Images and loved our experience!  If you are looking for a professional, courteous, friendly photographer who will help you look your best and includes lots of special “extras”, check them out.  And tell them Bridal Elegance sent you!  I promise, they will become one of your “favorite things” too!!