The Real Truth About Being a Wedding Photographer Right Now with Susan Stripling

Wedding Photographer Susan Stripling explores why wedding photography still matters in the age of AI, the importance of speed and adaptability on wedding days, practical lighting techniques, reliable gear for real-world situations, and how to navigate burnout, pricing, and creativity. She also shares what separates thriving photographers from the rest. This isn't about trends or going viral, it's about becoming a stronger, more reliable photographer and creating work that feels honest, intentional, and real. Whether you're just starting out or have been shooting weddings for years, I hope this conversation reminds you why this work still matters. SUBSCRIBE AND BE PART OF THE ADORAMA FAMILY: ➥ https://www.youtube.com/user/adoramaTV __________________________________ Be the first to shop our great deals and sales by signing up for emails from Adorama! https://www.adorama.com/MyAccount/Login 🔷 Save 5% Every Day† or Special Financing* On purchases of $199+ with the Adorama Edge Credit Card. Learn More: https://www.adorama.com/g/adorama-credit. __________________________________ ✘ GEAR USED: Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Camera https://www.adorama.com/canon-eos-r5-mirrorless-camera-body-only/p/car5 Canon EOS R6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera, Black https://www.adorama.com/canon-eos-r6-mark-ii-mirrorless-camera-body-only/p/car6m2 Canon RF 24-105mm f/4 L IS USM Lens https://www.adorama.com/canon-rf-24-105-mm-f-4-l-is-usm-lens/p/car241054 Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM Z Lens, Black https://www.adorama.com/canon-rf-70-200-mm-f-2-8-l-is-usm-z-lens/p/car70200b Canon RF 50mm f/1.2L USM Lens https://www.adorama.com/canon-rf-50-mm-f-1-2l-usm-lens/p/car5012 Canon RF 100mm f/2.8 L Macro IS USM Lens https://www.adorama.com/canon-rf-100-mm-f-2-8-l-macro-is-usm-lens/p/car10028 Flashpoint XPLOR 100 Pro R2 TTL Pocket Flash (Black) , Godox AD100pro https://www.adorama.com/flashpoint-xplor-100-pro-r2-ttl-pocket-flash-godox-ad100pro/p/fplfx100pt Flashpoint eVOLV 200 Pro II R2 TTL Pocket Flash , Godox AD200Pro II https://www.adorama.com/flashpoint-evolv-200-pro-ii-r2-ttl-pocket-flash-godox-ad200pro-ii/p/fplfev200pii ✘ PRODUCTION EQUIPMENT USED: Sony FX3A Full-Frame Cinema Line Camera https://www.adorama.com/sony-fx3a-full-frame-cinema-camera-body-only/p/soilmefx3a Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM (G Master) E-Mount NEX Camera Lens https://www.adorama.com/used-sony-fe-24-70mm-f-28-gm-g-master-e-mount-nex-camera-lens/p/soza2470e DJI RS 3 Combo Gimbal Stabilizer https://www.adorama.com/used-dji-rs-3-combo-gimbal-stabilizer/p/vdxdjirs3com DJI Mic Mini 2.4GHz 2-Person Clip-On Digital Wireless Microphone System with Charging Case https://www.adorama.com/dji-mic-mini-2-person-wireless-microphone-system/p/djimicmb1 Flashpoint Pro Heavy-Duty Air-Cushioned Light Stand (Yellow, 9.5') https://www.adorama.com/flashpoint-pro-heavy-duty-air-cushioned-light-stand-9-5ft/p/fpls9ylv2 Sony CEA-G Series TOUGH 960GB CFexpress Type-A Memory Card https://www.adorama.com/sony-cea-g-tough-960gb-cfexpress-type-a-memory-card/p/soceag960t #WeddingPhotography #WeddingPhotographyBusiness #adorama __________________________________ ❐ LET'S GET SOCIAL ❏ ➥ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@adoramanyc ➥ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/adorama/ ➥ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/adorama/ ➥ X https://x.com/adorama ➥ Discord https://www.adorama.com/discord ❐ MORE ADORAMA ❏ ➥ Shop https://www.adorama.com/ ➥ Blog https://www.adorama.com/alc/ ➥ Adorama Events https://www.youtube.com/@AdoramaEvents __________________________________ More of Susan Stripling Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-stripling/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanstriplingphotography/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanstriplingphotography/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@susanstriplingphoto X: https://x.com/susanstripling Website: https://susanstripling.com/ Shot by: Maz V-Talukdar https://www.instagram.com/talvkdar/ __________________________________ THANKS SO MUCH FOR WATCHING!