Wedding Photography Peak Season: Beware of the 3 Unspoken Rules of Studio Wedding Photos
● Constant upselling during makeup
● Taking more negatives to charge higher prices
● Appointments cannot be rescheduled
Reported by Times reporter Chen Li
"I was in a great mood for my wedding, but after taking the wedding photos, all my good feelings were ruined." Recently, Miss Zhang and Mr. Liu from Guangzhou took their wedding photos at a certain downtown bridal studio, and after the session, the couple was extremely upset, venting their frustrations to the reporter.
Miss Zhang said that while taking the wedding photos, the makeup artist's persistent persuasion left her with no peace. When she wanted to take the negatives home, she was told she would have to pay extra... Through undercover investigations, the reporter learned that many newlyweds experience similar situations as Miss Zhang. Due to the "special" nature of the bridal photography industry—most consumers only go through this process once in their lifetime—and lacking firsthand knowledge beforehand, most people know very little about this industry. Coupled with the traditional Chinese mindset of seeking good fortune, some studio owners cleverly exploit this loophole. If consumers aren't careful, they can easily fall into the traps set by the owners, turning what should be a happy event into an endless source of烦恼(frustration).