Hello everyone in blog world!!
So the final countdown has begun to my wedding season...I officially have 17 days until I shoot my first wedding of 2012. Where has the time gone? As much as I have enjoyed my three month hiatus, I am eagerly awaiting to get back behind the lens and start shooting. However, weddings can be VERY stressful for the bride/family as well as the photographer. Here are 5 tips I recommend:
1.) Stay calm at all times, no matter what.
2.) Always have a smile on your face and continually remind the bride that it's her day and she is beautiful.
3.) Come with a backup bag of goodies!
Hair pins, lint rollers, panty hose, tape, etc. Even if you don't have to use any of it, it helps the bride relax knowing it's there in case.
4.) Wear a watch. Stick to the schedule!
This is one of the hardest aspects of being a wedding photographer. Brides are always running around crazy and unaware of the time schedule they set. It's your job as a photographer to help them stay on that schedule. Because, if you don't, whether it's your fault or not, you will end up getting the blame for being late.
5.) Always act professional but feel free to lend a hand.
Sometimes, the bride may need you to hold something briefly, watch a toddler who's in the wedding, or just have someone not-related to the event to talk to... if this is the case, try and be as professional as you can but still lend a hand. I know it's not in the photographer's job description, BUT it puts you in that uppermost class of photographers and it will help the day go by very smoothly. As long as it's not interfering with your job to take photos, feel free to step outside your comfort zone and help. :)
Well that's some of my brief advice for shooting weddings. As the season for me progresses, I will occasionally stop in and let you all know how it's going! Until then...
-Tara
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Friday, February 3, 2012
Valentine's Day is Around the corner!
Happy Friday my blog friends!
Valentines day is around the corner! Only a few more days to go! Have you gotten something yet for your special someone? Or perhaps just for a family member that you want to show appreciation to? Valentine's Day isn't completely commercial by the way.... it began its roots with St. Valentine back in the day!
( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Valentine)
Anyways, if you are tired of the boring chocolates routine... or want to do something special this year, why not consider a photoshoot for your significant other? I have done couples shoots and although some people may find it strange, I think it's great! Just because you're legally "single" doesn't mean you don't have a love to celebrate. Before winter hit, I was able to do a photoshoot for a great couple that although they aren't married, they are definitely in love. See if you think these photos would show that!!
That's it for now!! Have a great day everyone.
Valentines day is around the corner! Only a few more days to go! Have you gotten something yet for your special someone? Or perhaps just for a family member that you want to show appreciation to? Valentine's Day isn't completely commercial by the way.... it began its roots with St. Valentine back in the day!
( http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Valentine)
Anyways, if you are tired of the boring chocolates routine... or want to do something special this year, why not consider a photoshoot for your significant other? I have done couples shoots and although some people may find it strange, I think it's great! Just because you're legally "single" doesn't mean you don't have a love to celebrate. Before winter hit, I was able to do a photoshoot for a great couple that although they aren't married, they are definitely in love. See if you think these photos would show that!!
That's it for now!! Have a great day everyone.
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