In a few weeks I am photographing a friend of the family's wedding. I have done other weddings in the past, but this is the only one where I actually know the people personally. It is a small ceremony in their parents' backyard. Any tips on poses or anything else would greatly be appriciated. The backyard is by woods, and they have a brick patio with a small waterfall (man made) and a lot of wildflowers. The ceremony is at 2pm, and the couple is very casual. Hope someone can help.
2007-08-22 02:34:01 · 6 answers · asked by shorty951983 3 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Visual Arts ➔ Photography
when i was asked to photograph a wedding, i looked through many wedding pictures on webshots.com
It would be cool if you could come up with something like this
http://family.webshots.com/album/352345447BRjMGY
i think those pictures are absolutely gorgeous, if you can, show them to the couple and say this is something you want to achieve.
I didn't manage to take pictures like this because it was raining hard the whole day long on the wedding day.
Usually couples have lots of ideas what pictures they want, and they will direct you in most cases.
good luck!!!
2007-08-22 03:13:43 · answer #1 · answered by Lady of the Lowlands 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Outdoors at mid day is no picnic to shoot unless you have open shade. Maybe you'll get lucky and it will be overcast that day.
Otherwise you will have to use fill flash to eliminate the dark shadows under eyes and noses. for your portrait shots. Flash can be hard to balance in bright sun. You might want to do some practice before the event. Have your model wear white if the bride is having a white dress so you can practice not blowing the highlights.
Make sure your shade does not have dappled sunlight shining through, and don't have some people in shade and others in sun if you're taking any group formals.
For posing, turn everyone at an angle to the camera. Your subjects should have a front shoulder and a back shoulder, not a left and right. If it bends, bend it. Take some fun shots. Visit professional wedding photographers' websites to get some ideas.
If you have experience in wedding photography then do what has worked for you in the past. You may find it easier to do people you know, or maybe not. Good luck!
2007-08-22 03:40:07 · answer #2 · answered by Ara57 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I am glad to see that you realize this as "something of great importance", as it truly is, but what concerns me is that you are putting this couples most cherished wedding memories at great risk. Don't do it! The job of a wedding photographer should not be taken lightly. It takes a tremendous amount of experience and knowledge to be able to deliver a quality job. Unlike portrait or engagement photography, you do not get the chance to redo it if the images do not come out...there is only one opportunity to get these images right and it takes a tremendous amount of knowledge and coordination on the photographers part to make it happen. It is my opinion that no one should ever take on a wedding job until they have been a second shooter at a few weddings to gain experience and become familiar with the flow of the day as well as any issues that may arise. If you are looking to break into the industry you should consider joining one of the wedding photography forums. I know the DWF has a mentoring forum where you can learn from your peers. I really do hope that you reconsider or at least tell the couple your concerns and perhaps offer to shoot the wedding for free to gain experience, that is, if they are willing. Good luck!
2016-04-22 07:02:57 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'd definitely look on various websites to get some ideas. I do that; even when I don't have a photography job, I go around to various websites and save photograph ideas for next time. Also, once you get to your venue, start looking around for neat things that you can incorporate into photographs. Similarly, ask if there's anything specific ideas they have.
Also, with all the wildflowers (depending on how they're setup), there's alot you can do with foreground, like get really close to the wildflowers so they're blurry, then put the bride and groom in focus, then for another picture, switch the focus and make the bride and groom blurry and the wildflowers in focus.
And, of course, make sure you get a kissing shot in front of the waterfall. Naturally :-D
Also, there's alot you can do with forest trees, just keep your eyes and mind open and you'll be fine. :)
2007-08-22 04:27:17 · answer #4 · answered by Rain 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have a look here and you might find something to give you an idea:
http://www.montezucker.com/
Hope this helps,
Kevin
2007-08-22 03:19:42 · answer #5 · answered by nikonfotos100 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
make sure you have spare camera..battery...memory card ...instead of some emergency happen...just take note..
2007-08-22 14:37:05 · answer #6 · answered by kang l 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋