One of the questions I am asked repeatedly by my brides and grooms is ‘how much time do we need for pictures’? Unfortunately, there is no set number of hours that will be perfect for everyone, or a timeline that fits every wedding scenario. However, there are some general rules of thumb that can help [...]
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Photographers are accustomed to documenting things as they happen, but when shooting weddings, they also have understand all of the technical aspects of portraiture, including lighting, coaxing smiles, getting the subjects to feel comfortable and making sure that sessions go smoothly. There are some patterns behind wedding portraits, and I would like to share that [...]
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For one day, the two of you are the focus of attention. The concerns of the world slip away as your sweetheart and you take center stage for the moment you’ve long waited for. Your wedding is one of the few days in your life when you can live a dream. It’s always important for [...]
MoreEngagement sessions, like most of the wedding industry, are constantly evolving. The days of a formally posed studio shot are fading away in lieu of more playful sessions designed to show off your personalities and the unique aspects of your relationship. Many photographers will offer a complimentary engagement session or can make it an optional [...]
MoreTake a minute and remember the most memorable wedding photographs you’ve seen. Maybe they were a featured on a blog you read, or perhaps it was a friend’s amazing wedding photographs, or maybe it’s the one that made you fall in love with a certain photographer. Chances are, it was an incredible photograph because of [...]
MoreOne wedding tradition you might want to disregard … Everyone knows on his wedding day, the groom is not supposed to see the bride before the ceremony. Partly for practical reasons, nine years ago on my wedding day, Matthew and I broke the tradition. His first sight of me was walking down the aisle as [...]
MoreAs you look for a photographer, ask each one the same set of questions so you can make a good comparison. Each one will have a different personality, style and price. Their answers will give you insight into who will be the best match for your wedding. 1. What happens if your camera breaks? Do [...]
MoreOne of the photographers featured in the NittanyWeddings.com directory sent me an email after a recent blog post that I wrote regarding the momentum during your wedding reception. I thought his comments were excellent. Listen to your vendors – they have a lot of wedding wisdom that you just can’t get anywhere else. Read on [...]
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I wish more brides would hire a wedding coordinator. It could make their photographs better. If that sounds ridiculous, please read on. I’ll explain. On the day of a wedding, brides, grooms and their families should be able to relax and enjoy the occasion. They shouldn’t have to worry about details such as where things [...]
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The first question many brides ask photographers is, “What do you charge?” A better question might be, “What can you do for me?” Price is important, but price isn’t everything. A photographer who charges $500 wouldn’t be a bargain if he only hung around for an hour and shot only a dozen pictures. Start by [...]
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