Did one for my best friend, but in tandem (maybe even competition) with the official photog. Don't want to do one anymore. Too much running around for old ah pek like me.... :devil:
gremlin said:First off, thanks very much to all those who have given me the pointers. No tert, you are not longwinded at all. I was hoping to read more posts like yours.
To others who have expressed concern about the "catches" surrounding this shoot, I thank you for that too. I have no illusion about taking Pulitzer prize winning shots on that day, heck, even decent ones too, and I have long conveyed this fact to my friend as well. It is her (and her hubby's) understanding of this matter, coupled with their willingness to still ask me to shoot, that made me decide to go for it.
As for her reasoning, motives, whatever behind this decision, I have already mentioned in my first post that I do not want to discuss into that. Frankly, I am not interested in knowing that as well. It is my intention to shoot the best I can, and present to her the pictures as my wedding gift to her.
So having cleared that up, I will surely appreciate more advises and insights from you guys.
gremlin said:I have long conveyed this fact to my friend as well. It is her (and her hubby's) understanding of this matter, coupled with their willingness to still ask me to shoot, that made me decide to go for it.
Noir said:With the fact of the worst case scenario conveyed, and my ass covered :blah: , she was still fine with it so I agreed to help. What I'm trying to say is that I'm very keen to photograph this event, and why not, I believe I can make use of this opportunity to gain more experience and learn. However it is my responsibility as a photographer to communicate my limitations to my "client" and if she's fine with it, then go ahead do my best and have a ball of a time! Hope u will too!
espn said:1) Charge all your battries
2) Prepare enough storage
3) Prepare a 17-35, 28-135mm lens
That should kick you off, you might want to capture the bride's makeup session early in the morning before the groom is there to pick her up. So I don't know who's going to cover the bridegroom's side.
This is the headache part because you have to shoot inside and outside when the bridegroom comes to fetch the bride, other things I think as you go with the procession flow, you'll snap as you go. You should be able to do it
fruitybix said:I am an optimist. But you should not do this assignment.
Wedding photos are for keeps.
She and the husbando will tell you "it's OK" and "we trust you" and "just do your stuff" and "we really liked your zoo/children/party photos you have taken".
But what Always happens is that the moment the photos are delivered, the first question is "who tooks these" and "why is it like this"
Tweek said:4) Practise and practise! Take some sample shots at home especially with flash. Know what are the scenes to be expected, e.g. church, ballroom etc. Then know exactly what mode, how much adjustments made, where to meter, for the anticipated scenes. If you have to think and consider on the spot, most of the time you will miss many precious moments.
5) If you missed any impt shots, sometimes it is ok to ask the couple to re-enact again for you. For e.g. kissing shots. Some couples are shy and they only do a quick peck, which is hard to capture that right moment. Well staged shots like these may not look natural, but at least you have something that shows the intention, and the couple will be thankful for that.
Caspere said:A wise man know what he doesn't know.
I m sure there will be a lot CSers cheering for you. Now, even if you fail, we will still be here for you. Hopefully, your friend too.
Tips??
Backup camera.
Backup flashes.
Backup batteries.
Backup film/CFs
Enjoy it.