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How do you find a good photographer????....  <a href="http://www.thumbtack.com/mo/kansas-city/photographers/natural-light-photography">Natural Light Photography</a> is one way (what is all that gobbily gook?)  or better yet, thumtack.com is a great way to find local photographers such as myself... but how do you do you find all these resources?  Most people look at the internet to find someone and usually go with a photographer they see on the first page a few ads down.  BUT, always recheck the same search twice, You will see different names pop up and different choices... One should never be quick about choosing a photographer because you may have missed that one you would have really loved  for simply not doing a second search or even checking the dreaded second page.  Another idea... Be specific in your search of exactly what your looking for... for example don't just type "kid portraits"  but type kid portraits Kansas City...Some photographers pay lots of money for certain words such as "kids portraits" that arnt even from kansas city...so being specific is a great way to narrow down what you want . Another thing to think about...  When finding a few you like  CALL THEM and actually speak with the photographer... If you relayed to a secretary or assistant you wont get the feel of the actual photographer who will be shooting you so you will have no sense of how well you will work with them.  you have a voice and should be inquisitive about such a personal thing as a professional shoot, and you will want someone you can be open and comfortable with to get the best shots.  ASK QUESTIONS.  you shouldn't have to pay for a consultation about a session.  No question is a wrong question, that's why your going to the professional in the first place, for their expertise so ask them what you don't know or want to know... a good passionate photographer loves to share his/her tricks of the trade.  Last but not least don't go too cheap... their are a lot of very talented and at the same time reasonable photographers out there, But remember, ya get what ya pay for, and if the price seems too good to be true it usually is...  most shoots in the Kansas City area run anywhere from 200-400 for single rates and an upwards of 400-1000 for couples and weddings etc....  always price the competition and know what exactly your getting in a package shoot.  It can be a daunting process but a relatively easy one if you go about it in a smart way!