Jeff Hall was the VERY FIRST vendor we booked, and my now husband and I knew it before we even looked him up.
I had seen Jeff's photos before and, without fail, every single photo made me stop in my tracks as they were gorgeous, unique and every one looked they had just come right out of a magazine. (If you're reading this, you already know what I'm talking about -- and if you don't, follow his instagram NOW.) So I knew I had to call Jeff because, let's be real, what bride/couple doesn't want jaw-dropping, show-stopping photos?
After talking to Jeff the first time, I knew my engagement/wedding wouldn't be the same without him. Then we did out engagement photos and it was obvious Jeff was not only one of the best, most friendly people you'll ever meet, but that he cared more about you and your moment than anything. He didn't think about the time you booked him for, he cared about getting THE PERFECT shots (that's right, not just one, but he wanted every shot to be perfect). And if you're an adventure person, he's your guy - what other photographer will stand in a creek, almost drop his camera but still make sure he gets THE shot??
He made it where by the time the wedding came around, we trusted him with everything - including having us walk through rocks and snow to get to a pier for, again THE PERFECT SHOT. Every vendor we worked with recognized he was a rockstar.
Beyond that, he turned photos around quickly (and if you've ever waited for photos, you know how impatient that can be) and made sure the couple was SET for the day. Including having the photos you don't think you have time for at the moment, but he knows you'll want later.
SUMMARY: Consult with Jeff. Book Jeff. No matter where your wedding is, domestic, international, in your own backyard. Make him the first vendor you book and everything else will fall into place. The End.