That's a great observation and I agree with you. In the last 18 months or so I've basically gotten myself set up as a contractor, second shooting for some of the best wedding photogs in Austin.
So I often adjust what I *would* do to give them what they want. This particular company is known for an airy, breezy, hazy, pastel, almost blown-out look so they always ask me to shoot slightly over exposed. Except the brides dress of course.
And no, no desire to be primary shooter. I deal with enough client angst M-F 9 to 5!