Wedding Photography

[Stephen]

Re: Wedding Photography

Ben

I just saw this link posted elsewhere it's an alternative to a Stofen and lightsphere, I use a Stofen at times but I'm going to have a go at making this and seeing how it goes, there are also some sample pics taken with the Better Bounce Card on the same page.

http://www.abetterbouncecard.com/

Anyone else used one of the bounce cards in the video?

There was a discussion about this HERE Stu

[Goatsmilkuk]

Re: Wedding Photography

There was a discussion about this HERE Stu

I need to pay more attention

Cheers for the link to the post I shall have a read after I have run the vac round the house before the good lady gets home.

[Stephen]

Re: Wedding Photography

I need to pay more attention

Cheers for the link to the post I shall have a read after I have run the vac round the house before the good lady gets home.

Haha, I know where you are coming from there Stu, I'm on with making a meal anytime now. And why not

[Bearface]

Re: Wedding Photography

Firstly, good luck to you. I've done all of three weddings in total and I'm doing two this year (both for close friends), and I'm someone who "never does weddings..."

It's a stressful undertaking (even seasoned wedding photographers will admit to feeling the pressure), but if you have a clear understanding of the client's needs and you're well organised, you'll be fine.................I'm sure of it. Just pray that the weather holds up...

It hasn't been mentioned (I don't think...) that you probably won't be able to use flash in the church, so you're going to need a long lens and a low-light friendly setup to ensure you get the shots you need; assuming of course that the couple want you to capture the key elements of the service. I'd recommend that you check out the layout of the church for a suitable position where you can locate yourself discreetly and where the shutter-noise from your camera won't resonate around the church each time you fire it. A fast lens with a reach of 300mm or more would be ideal (because you can hide away and not draw attention to yourself), but I'm sure you've realised this already. Suffice to say it'd also be good to check out the areas outside the church for suitable formal shots after the service, as well as to locate a covered area in case it rains...

It sounds obvious, but if you can recce the various locations prior to the big day, you'll find yourself feeling much calmer when it finally arrives. However laid-back the couple seem about your limitations and inexperience (as a wedding photographer), you can do an awful lot to alleviate any potential grief and avoid any major cock-ups, so that ultimately you'll surpass their expectations, instead of falling well short. Oh, and if you can get some friends to practice poses and random exposures with at the locations in advance, so much the better.

This definitely isn't my area of expertise, but I've learned very quickly that preparation is king. You can definitely take my word for that

Once again, good luck

[coupekid]

Re: Wedding Photography

Dont apologise for your ramblings Stu, some interesting points there, so thanks for taking the time to post a reply, its very much appreciated.