| You're the star of your wedding day, and with | | | | |
| that comes an entourage of photographers and | | | | It is also advisable to ask a few more |
| videographers bending backwards to get that | | | | open-ended questions. You'll get a glimpse |
| killer shot. Now that you've hired them, your | | | | into his work philosophy for each wedding, |
| wedding day photo sessions should make you | | | | and you'll be able to gauge how passionate he |
| feel like you've just walked the red carpet. | | | | is about his craft. Several great questions |
| Here's how to get ready for your close-up, | | | | include: |
| and look glamorous on film and video. | | | | |
| | | | Â- What inspired you to get into a career |
| Finding The Right Shooter ... | | | | of photography/videography? |
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| Many couples consider their photographer and | | | | Â- What do you like most about your job? |
| videographer among the most important vendors | | | | |
| - it's no surprise the wedding details are | | | | Â- Is there a particular shot you love to |
| preserved in your leather bound photo album | | | | take at every wedding? |
| and wedding DVD. That's not to say your | | | | |
| wedding is forgettable, but for most brides | | | | Â- Has your style changed since you began |
| it passes in a blur - it's the job of your | | | | in the wedding photo/video industry? |
| videographer and photographer to capture the | | | | |
| most important events. | | | | Timeline Of A Wedding ... |
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| You should pick a pro whose style best | | | | Another important wedding detail you don't |
| reflects the look your going for. If you see | | | | want to miss is how many hours your photo and |
| a lot of photos in the sample albums with | | | | video team will spend shooting. Plan ahead |
| shadows under the nose or eyes, run for the | | | | and make sure they know your schedule before |
| hills - the expectation will be less than | | | | the wedding. Getting-ready shots are often |
| professional. If you love the way a | | | | the most intimate and revealing and proper |
| photographer uses soft light to create a | | | | planning will prevent a headache. |
| romantic look, you can expect the same sort | | | | |
| of quality in your own shots. | | | | Consider capturing some of those movements |
| | | | you normally don't witness on the wedding |
| The best time to begin looking for your | | | | day. If you plan on having two cameramen |
| photographer and videographer is as soon as | | | | (highly recommended better coverage), work |
| you've picked your wedding date and location. | | | | with them to make a list of your most |
| Like most other vendors, the best are often | | | | anticipated moments. For example, a montage |
| booked months in advance. Here are a few tips | | | | of you and your bridesmaids getting prepared, |
| to find your perfect pro: | | | | then edited with shots of your groom and his |
| | | | guys before the ceremony is a true classic. |
| Â- Take a peek at the photographer and | | | | You'll get to see how well (or not so well) |
| videographer's website for samples and | | | | he handled his nerves. Other important and |
| galleries of their work. | | | | touching moments you might potentially miss |
| | | | (unless they're captured on film) are your |
| Â- One you've chosen a photographer, ask | | | | parent's reactions during your vows, the |
| if he/she can recommend a video professional | | | | smiles and laughter during your toast, and |
| they've worked with. | | | | your own expressions as you make your grand |
| | | | entrance. |
| Â- Alternatively, you can work with a | | | | |
| studio that offers both photography and | | | | Here are five more glamorous shots worth |
| video. The benefit - you're guaranteed your | | | | adding to your album: |
| photo and video team will be familiar with | | | | |
| each other's styles, and will work together | | | | Â- Touching up your lipstick in a mirror |
| to give you the best coverage. | | | | before the ceremony. |
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| Â- Agencies representing photographers | | | | Â- Making your grand exit from the |
| will match you with a professional suited to | | | | ceremony to a cheering crowd of guests. |
| the style you want for your wedding. This | | | | |
| makes finding your photographer easy. The | | | | Â- Taking a smiling peek back to the |
| only downside is you may be left with less | | | | camera as you walk away holding hands with |
| one-on-one time beforehand with the person | | | | your husband. |
| who's actually shooting your wedding. | | | | |
| | | | Â- Kissing under a golden sunset. |
| Important Questions ... | | | | |
| | | | Â- Kissing in the backseat of your |
| Once you've filtered down your list to a few | | | | limousine as you depart the reception. |
| potential photographers and videographers ask | | | | |
| them some essential questions to more about | | | | Striking A Pose ... |
| their approach. | | | | |
| | | | If your concerned that you sometimes do no |
| Â- What is the cost of services and what | | | | good to the camera, don't stress - after |
| is included in the package? | | | | having your hair and makeup done, you'll look |
| | | | and feel great. Stay tuned for part 2 as we |
| Â- What type of equipment do you use? | | | | talk about: |
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| Â- If your shooting film, can I purchase | | | | Â- Getting a perfect album. Tips for a |
| the negatives? | | | | well-balanced photo book. |
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| Â- Do you offer raw video footage? | | | | Â- Studying your favorite photos. |
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| Â- What types of guarantees and | | | | Â- Ignoring the camera and getting |
| protection do you offer in the event you | | | | comfortable with your shooter. |
| become sick? | | | | |
| | | | Â- Film or digital photography. |
| Â- What are your techniques to get the | | | | |
| most out of the subject? | | | | Â- Ready for HD Video. |