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I actually asked a local photographer whose work I trusted if they could reccommend someone. They sent me 3 or 4 different website of photographers they really liked, and I went from there. The second I went on my photographer's site, I knew that's who I wanted. I think you'll probably want to go with a photographer that has a blog. That way, you can really study their work. I met with them one time where we're getting married, and that sealed the deal - but I pretty much knew it from their blog and looking at pics. Good luck!

I agree with checking the knot forums for the area you're having your DW in, also mrs sea breeze posted about great luck with a  facebook group for the resort their DW was in, so you cold try that too.  Ask to contact past brides so you can see how satisfied they are with the photographer's work, and be sure to see as much of their work as you can.  Any reluctance to give you recommendations from past bides would be a red flag to me, and I do think you can get a feel for how you will work with someone over phone/email correspondence.

Good Luck! 

Ps  -  where is your DW?  maybe someone on these boards lives there and can make a recommendation~ 

@racheljo - I just sent you a private message - I'm getting married right near you!