Your wedding is probably going to be one of the most memorable moments of your whole life, so it’s only natural to want to capture every single detail of the day. Wedding videography helps record all the heartfelt emotions and standout moments of the event that photography alone may miss.
However, you might be a little sceptical about some hearsays from fellow brides and grooms who may have opted to give the videography little to no thought, or perhaps regretted their decision not to have a videographer after their big day.
4 Common Misconceptions About Wedding Videography
Here are some common misconceptions about wedding videography and why you shouldn’t take them at face value.
“Photos Are Enough”
Often it’s the justification for not getting a videographer or having a budget for it is because a wedding photographer is enough. We agree that wedding photography is an important part of planning, especially if you want to see all the stills, stolen shots and photos where you didn’t think you were smiling, but you were. However, wedding videography can be just as important.
Videos can capture the sounds and movement of a party that some photos are unable to emulate—the popping of the champagne bottle, the clinking of glasses during a toast, the song you first danced to, the messages from your parents. It’s an unmatched moment to have all that on tape and to watch the wedding through the cinematic lens of your videographer.
If it’s budget constraints you’re worried about, there are plenty of photographers out there – my self included – that offer ‘hybrid’ video coverage allowing a highlight video snippet of your day to be captured alongside photography as a single person – saving money on having a second dedicated videographer in tow.
“Anyone Can be the Videographer”
Although it seems tempting to cut costs and get a nephew of yours to take the video through their camera, you won’t get the same result as professional wedding videographers from a studio. There’s sound editing, transitions, angles and shots that have to be considered when all is said and done.
Let me highlight one of those points – SOUND RECORDING! While your nephew may have the camera, it’s not that often they also have the appropriate audio equipment and backups for if it doesn’t work out right.
You’ll get a better product and outcome if you get some experienced people into the venue. Check price lists and background for past work they’ve done that you might want in your mini-film. The quality of a great wedding video is simply incomparable and something to be treasured forever.
Mobile phone photo 2
“Choose a Videographer the Night Before”
It’s much more recommended to book a videographer in advance, especially experienced ones who might have their schedules full months, even years before an actual wedding. It also gives your chosen videographer a chance to get to know you and the vision you’re going for in the video.
It can be personalised as much or as little as you want to. If you want to incorporate a specific concept into the wedding video outside of the ceremony and reception, you could have a small discussion about that, too.
Gallop bridge Wedding photo
“Wedding Videos Are for One-Time Viewing”
This can be a personal choice, but wedding videos were made to stand the test of time. Rewatching it helps you observe new details. You can show the recording to other loved ones who might not have been able to attend due to different circumstances. You can even show the videos to your children and grandchildren!
Or if you’ve forgotten what it’s like, you can always look back at it with a particular fondness, especially after so many years have elapsed. You have proof of experiencing that much happiness, laughter, love and tears.
These misconceptions about wedding videography being that it tends to be watched once and never again tends to stem from the fact that traditional wedding videography products can be a chore to watch, being hours long. Modern videographers like to offer ‘highlight’ montages these days to combat this – providing a short snippet of your day edited to music that is much easier to watch.
Wedding videography can be a truly delightful thing that will help you earn a keepsake after the big day. And hey, we won’t judge you if you want to fast forward and skip it to the part where you both say ‘I do.’
Keep in mind these common misconceptions about wedding videography and hopefully you’ll think twice about having a video made on your day. We highly recommend it!
SvenStudios offers both wedding videography and wedding photography in Adelaideand around Australia. We help craft the precious memories of your matrimony so you can have a reminder of your grand love. Get in touch with us today!
Wedding photos come in all sorts of styles. Some are incredibly curated and staged, whereas others are emotional, natural and tear-jerking. Some of the most popular wedding photo styles are candid ones—and for a good reason too! It captures the emotions in the moment felt by the couple, and for many people, such pictures tell excellent stories that are remembered forever.
That said, candid photos, despite looking natural and relaxed, can be quite tough to get right—even for the ones in front of the camera. After all, there is a fine line between a candid picture that looks beautiful and heartfelt and one that puts a damper on the event because of any forced reactions.
4 Tips to Help You Get the Best Candid Wedding Photos
To help you get the best candid wedding photos possible from your day, here are some tips on how you can do it right.
Be yourself
Perhaps the best tip to get the best candid wedding photos we can ever give you is to be yourself. Do not stress out about looking good or posing. While they both certainly are beneficial to a good photo, it probably will not happen if you worry too much about it! For that reason, you should simply enjoy what is happening around you for the best candid photo.
Plus, when you finally see yourself in the picture, you truly know that the emotions you felt are genuine and true at that moment in time. Whether that be tears or laughs, what you truly feel during the wedding will be what is reflected in the picture.
A big reason why I like to be as hands off as possible while shooting a wedding – particularly before the ceremony is that nerves play a big part in how people act. There is nothing worse than a photographer telling you want to do on one of the most emotional days of your life! The emotion captures in a photo is key to the best candid wedding photos, so I like to take photos of things that are happening – not things that are too forced.
Santorini Wedding
Grab a drink
Whatever it is you like to drink, be it wine or beer, then go ahead and grab a bottle! Alcohol does fantastic things to make people more talkative, happier, and show their true emotions.
Of course, you should not be going overboard, as that will only end in tragedy. Just a drink or two is enough to get you relaxed and emotional, setting yourself up for a perfect candid photo. Even if you do not drink, simply holding a cup can make you feel all the more relaxed. So, for the sake of a candid photo, hold a cup at the very least! There is a reason why it’s sometimes called ‘liquid courage‘.
Woodstock winery wine bottles
Put on your outfit
There will be a moment during the wedding that you will have to put on the best clothes to present yourself to your loved one. While it may seem a little counterintuitive to take pictures before you wear your dress or suit, it is one of the best times to do so! This is because, during this time, there will be plenty of emotions in the air. From friends making jokes and you simply looking happy, possibly a little nervous, these moments are perfect for stunning candid photos.
Al-Ru Farm bridal preparation
Set a schedule
We all know that time is money, and more often than not, you are too busy rushing things to sit down and take a photo. This is fatal to candid photos, so it is always recommended that you plan everything with enough time to be relaxed. When you are not stressing about time, you are far more likely to be yourself and look like you are enjoying your time!
With that in mind, take the time to create a detailed timeline, preferably with the photographer to ensure you have enough time for photos, candid or not.
Kangraoo Island Elopement photoshoot
While there is a place for formal photo-taking sessions, candid pictures are just on a whole other level. It captures the true essence of the wedding and the emotions felt by each individual in the picture. If you are interested in having such photos for your wedding day, then remember the tips above. They go a long way in ensuring this special day is captured in its best light, providing you with the best candid wedding photos possible to remember the wedding for years to come.
If you are looking for the best wedding photography services, then we’re the ones you’re looking for! At Sven Studios, our mission is to provide you with the best services that will capture this special moment in the best way possible. Connect with us today to book us for your event!
Congratulations on your engagement! It marks a new beginning with the love of your life. As you start your new journey together with your significant other, it’s best to immortalise every precious moment you have with them through engagement photos.
Before you tie the knot, you might want to have an engagement photoshoot to capture the moments before you formalise your relationship as a married couple. However, you or your partner may feel uncomfortable with your upcoming photoshoot, especially if you tend to be shy in front of the camera.
4 Engagement Photo Poses You and Your Partner Can Try
To help you look less nervous on your big day and enjoy having the perfect pre-wedding photos, here are some ideas you and your significant other can try. These arent engagement photo poses as such, but more ‘mindsets’ to get into while you’re having your photo taken. Hopefully they can help!
Engagement photo poses
Show your playfulness
Don’t be afraid to show your silly side and dare to try some fun poses with your soon-to-be husband or wife. If you and your significant other are lovey-dovey types, a pose you can both do is laughing together while holding hands. You can also jump, dance around each other, or walk side by side.
You and your partner don’t have to try so hard. Just be yourselves and make sure to flaunt your true personalities and showcase how happy you are in each other’s companionship. The best photos come simply but taking a photo while you’re doing something, and not acting like a mannequin.
Laughing through the red leaves
Highlight your chemistry
Chemistry matters in any romantic relationship, and showing it in your engagement photos is a way to have memorabilia you can keep and treasure forever. Understandably, you may feel uncomfortable showing your affection or getting intimate with your significant other in public. But remember, there’s nothing to be embarrassed about, especially during your engagement photography session.
Perhaps have your photos done where there are no one else around? Perhaps a forest?
The point of a wedding photoshoot is to show the bond you share, so don’t hesitate to kiss or hug your loved one in front of the camera. You can also take your time to feel less nervous by taking some time to breathe in between shoots, which is all perfectly normal.
laughing
Do the “T” pose
A classic romantic pose seen during proms is the “T” pose, and you can try to pull it off during your engagement photoshoot. All you have to do is stand with your shoulders perpendicular to your partner, then wrap your arms around one another. This way, you can strike a loving pose that lets you face each other at an angle where you can easily look at, hug, or even kiss each other.
Amongst the white buildings of Santorini
Do your favourite poses
If you have some favourite engagement photo poses you want to do during your engagement photoshoot, feel free to discuss them with your partner and photographer. You can also talk about the style you are going for and decide the setting and props you want to use. Doing this lets you become well-prepared for your photography session.
Pinterest is a popular place to look for ideas of engagement photo poses you may like so you can start there, or even have a look through my own portfolio of past engagement shoots for shots that you like.
Engagement
Having an engagement photo session can be exciting, but you may end up with dull and forgettable photos if you tend to do repetitive poses with your partner. To make the most of your romantic photoshoot and fill your engagement photos with memories and emotions, get a photographer that you believe you can relate well with, delve into each other’s presence, and trust in your photographer.
If your wedding is just around the corner and you are looking for a company specialising in engagement photography, feel free to contact SvenStudios. Our skilled photographers can help preserve your unforgettable memories through high-quality photos. We also offer wedding videography, photo booths for hire, and family photography in Adelaide. Book a session today!
As a passionate wedding photographer with a bit of a background in Landscape photography, the idea of having, and primarily using a Medium Format camera has always been a bit of a pipe dream until finally laying hands on the new Fujifilm GFX100s. That being said though, as primarily a wedding photographer, Digital Medium Format cameras have typically not been the best tool to produce wedding photos – so hopefully this little hands-on insight makes it clear why I chose the GFX100s for wedding photography.
I’ve always been a bit of a gear head – I’ve always tried to raise the bar in what I offer to my bridal couples when comparing what I offer with my competitors. This is evident in my early offering using a drone at weddings, also my used of virtual reality technology to record your day, even underwater drones for those of you who get married underwater! I just like my toys, and in my view a digital medium format camera was my personal gold standard of technological toys – they just weren’t viable as a working camera, until now.
A wedding photographer who uses a medium format camera is quite rare for a number of different reasons, hopefully I’ll help you understand why that is, but also why I’m now one of the rare ones using the medium format Fujifilm GFX100s for wedding photography!
Fliying veil at Alru farm wedding
What is a Medium Format Camera?
The name ‘Medium Format’ comes from the days of film where there were a selection of different sized films for use in different cameras. Those of you old enough to remember using a Box Brownie in their family photography would remember the film size being much larger than what came next in consumer-grade photography in the standard 35mm film rolls.
Basically speaking, most consumer film cameras would use 35mm film, while professional photographer-grade cameras would be using larger medium format film, and a few might even use large format for some applications. There is a marvelous true-story film about a photographer battling this stereotype of pro-grade camera with Vogue magazine in We’ll Take Manhattan, made in 2012. A really interesting movie.
The larger the film used meant larger negatives of images, meaning more detail can be captured with cameras using medium format film – therefore in theory – making better overall images.
35mm v 120 Medium Format
When considering digital cameras, the sensor where the device mimics the use of film to capture an image has until very recently been much smaller than what was available with traditional film – which is a center of any debate over which is better – film or digital photography.
Cheaper digital single lens reflex cameras, or ‘DSLRs’ tend to have a smaller sensor when compared to ‘pro-grade’ DSLRs who are said to have a ‘full frame’ sensor – which is really just the equivalent of 35mm film. I’m making a few generalisations here, but this makes things easier to illustrate a point.
So taking from this little photography history lesson – the majority of today’s photographers are using a format that was generally reserved for consumer photography – ie 35mm, or full frame format, and the only reason why medium format film fell out of favour was the technological limitations of digital imaging at the time.
All this being said though, digital medium format sensors are still smaller than medium format film, so there is still a little way to go in that regard. And also I need to point out that the Fuji medium format sensor is one of the smaller available digital medium format sensors – which is one of the main reasons why the GFX100s is cheaper than other digital medium format solutions.
Digital sensor sizes
Digital Medium Format Cameras are traditionally not great for Wedding Photography
Since the dawn of digital photography, digital medium format cameras have been developed and have been around for a while now – however have usually only been used in very niche areas that benefit from the high fidelity that such a format can produce due to a number of draw backs the relatively new technology comes with.
Digital medium format cameras are slow
Up until now, medium format digital cameras have been notoriously slow when compared with their film-based counter parts, or in particular digital full frame cameras. This is due to a number of issues related to technology. The processing power required to process and capture an image using a medium format sensor is significantly more than a full frame sensor, also the method of capture using these larger sensors tends to slow things down to a point where these rather large cameras were relegated to photographic applications where one usually used a tripod for every shot.
One wouldn’t generally be taking a medium format digital camera to something that requires a quick camera – like sports, or events like weddings.
Lens selection is not ideal
Another issue that comes with medium format cameras is the general nature of available lenses available. Medium format Lenses and even camera bodies for that matter are usually much larger than usual full-frame camera lenses, making lugging them around all day on a wedding day not an inviting prospect. It’s a big reason why mirrorless cameras have become so popular over the past few years being that they are so much lighter!
While talking about medium format lenses also, they tend to be quite a bit slower than full frame lenses. If you are a person without a photographic background you may not understand what the ‘speed’ of a lens means – basically it’s the amount of light that transits the lens and hits the image sensor. Medium format cameras often have to operate using a higher ISO sensitivity in low light situations to capture the same image as an equivalent full-frame camera – therefore having a reputation of producing too much noise in an image.
Large file sizes
Digital medium format cameras tend to produce images at a resolution not really needed for wedding photography. Many people consider 24mp images ample for wedding photography, while I personally prefer larger images but it’s all a matter of preference. The reason why having too much resolution is an issue with wedding photography is the requirement for editing thousands of images in post production. The higher the resolution of images produced, the longer it will take based on the power of the computer doing the editing.
Cost
Cost is also traditionally a huge factor in deciding not to go with a digital medium format camera with bodies often starting at $15k-$50k with lenses on top.
Bride and groom in the Inglewood Inn creek
What’s different with the GFX100s for Wedding Photography
So if all these negative aspects of digital medium format are such an issue, why would you choose the GFX100s for wedding photography, considering it is a digital medium format camera? Well basically the GFX100s has attempted to address all of these pitfalls traditionally associated with digital medium format cameras.
The GFX100s is rated at 5fps
First of all is the speed, my main work horse cameras throughout my wedding photography career has been the Nikon line up of full-frame DSLR cameras – the D700, D810 and D850. These cameras had 5, 5-7 and 7 frames per second continuous shooting speed respectively – making these cameras not super fast when compared to flagship DSLRS at 14fps or 30fps with mirrorless full-frame cameras, but I felt to be quite fast enough when in a situation like wedding photography.
The only reason why you would need a faster continuous shooting speed would be in high speed situations like sports.
Guess what the continuous shooting speed rating for the GFX100s is? 5fps. Now this is slower than my usual D850’s 7fps but still ample, particularly considering each image is a whopping 102 megapixel image! It’s just incredible it’s that fast! I had used digital medium format cameras in the past in the famed Pentax 645z which had a rating of 3fps and I found that overbearingly slow, but 5fps with the GFX100s for wedding photography is perfectly workable.
ISO handling is amazing
As for lenses, I tend to use the venerable combination of a 24-70mm f2.8 lens on my main full-frame camera, and the 70-200 f2.8 lens on my second body when shooting a wedding, so when looking at lenses for the GFX100s for wedding photography I tried to match that combination as much as possible, purchasing the 32-64 f4 lens meaning that this lens was not as fast as my usual go-to lenses.
Thankfully the GFX100s, and many modern mirrorless cameras for that matter, handle high ISO ratings amazingly well, allowing for little to no noise in low light situations. in fact since swapping to the GFX100s for wedding photography, I’ve used my hot-shoe flash much less often that what I might have with my Nikons.
This may be due to the ability of mirrorless cameras allowing a preview of the shot I’m about to take through the viewfinder I don’t know, but all I know is that my habits in this regard have definitely changed and I’m not afraid to bump the ISO up as much as needed.
Wedding photo in the alru farm greenshouse
Files are large, but not too large
This is probably the biggest issue for most when considering the GFX100s for wedding photography. As it packs a massive 102mp sensor, which is double that over the Sony Alpha1, and 3x the Nikon D850 which many professional wedding photographers swear by.
The fun thing is that when selecting a few options on the GFX100s, like reducing the bit depth to the lower 14bit (still huge) colour depth, and compressing the RAW files make the file sizes a quite reasonable 90-120mb and when compared to my Nikon D850 Raw sizes of 50-60mb that doesn’t seem too bad; particularly when you realise these settings don’t change much in image quality.
These file sizes are still larger of course which requires a beefier computer to handle them which may be a consideration for you – but for me the beefier computer in front of me the better!
Not as expensive as you may expect
Ok, cost is a big one – so many people out there just hear the phrase ‘medium format’ and get scared off immediately, and for good reason! If you’re in the market for digital medium format cameras you cay find yourself looking at AUD$20-$60k for a lens and body setup which is the price of a car.
That said though, those of you in the market for a new camera may be looking at the mirrorless full frame options out there, which is fair enough – but look at the costs carefully, the cost of a Sony A9 II body is $7k with the popular 7s III is $6k. Then there are the Nikon’s 7z II for $5.5k or the Canon famous R6 for $4k. This is compared to the hefty $9k for the GFX100s.
So, sure if you’re only buying a body having a GFX100s for wedding photography is pricey, but go price the lenses! The medium format GFX range of lenses tend to be quite a bit less expensive than the equivalent full frame lenses available. When pricing up a Nikon 7z II setup I found that the total cost for me would be $12k, when a GFX100s setup was $13k. What’s an extra $1000 when you can have the incredible ability of medium format in your hand?
Why I chose the GFX100s for Wedding Photography
I was thrown into a bit of a situation earlier in the year with the untimely death of my main Nikon D850 camera body which I managed to drop into a waterfall while photographing a wedding in Hobart, Tasmania. Claiming the camera on my insurance meant that I had to replace my usual workhorse of my wedding photography with something new.
I had always been a Nikon fan, ever since purchasing my very first DSLR in the venerable D80 while living in Japan – so my first port of call was obviously either a new D850 or join the mirrorless trend with the newer Z7ii.
I had been resisting heading into the mirrorless world as shooting stills with a mirrorless camera always seemed ‘off’ to me having no physical ‘clunk’ of the mirror when taking photos. Whenever I was asked why I chose Nikon over Canon I would always cite the main reason as being the satisfying ‘clunk’ noise that Nikons made over their more electric sounding Canon counterparts.
I had attempted to use mirrorless cameras for still photography in the past heading to presentations and industry nights where professional photographers are given pieces of equipment to try out for themselves. Never enjoyed the process at all and I had attended nights run by both Nikon and Sony.
On the other hand I felt as though taking the obvious choice and opting to buy a new Nikon D850 was an opportunity to upgrade lost. By this I mean that I had a chance to try something new and something astonishing had caught my eye in the new Medium Format Fujifilm GFX100s for wedding photography.
I had become familiar with Fujifilm cameras as I use a couple of X-T3s as my primary video cameras for my wedding videography which I believed was the best application for mirrorless cameras, but the whole idea of having a Medium Format Camera really appealed to my inner tech-nerd so I looked into it further.
First Impressions using the GFX100s for Wedding Photography
As of writing this little blog, I’ve shot 6 weddings using the GFX100s for wedding photography as my main camera – with 4 of them being fully edited, so I think I’m in a good sitaution to outline my thoughts of using this beast of a camera. The great thing about the weddings I’ve shot with it was that each of the weddings I covered with it were very different in regards to climate, theme and time of day so I could really test it out in all situations.
Build Quality
My first thought when picking up the camera was how light it was. I had in the past used medium format cameras, so I was expecting something rather hefty – particularly in the lens department, but I was pleasantly surprised at how sturdy it felt, and lighter than my Nikon D850! 900g vs 1005g for those interested. The lens I chose – the 32-64 f4 lens – was also very light at 875g vs my Sigma ART 24-70mm f2.8 I would usually use on my Nikon at 1020g.
The feel in my hand is really nice with a huge hand grip, and the LCD screen on the top that stays on with a battery installed is just beautiful. Weather proofing and materials used means I really can’t fault it at all!
Mirrorless Functions
A big reason why people are heading in droves to mirrorless cameras, other than the weight benefits, are the technological advances available to such cameras. These include live view in the viewfinder of the camera settings, eye tracking auto focus and the shutter release speed tends to be faster. These are all things I was brand new to coming from my Nikons, so using these things for the first time in a professional sense was quite novel.
Image Fidelity and Quality
Just holy crap. I had always had in my mind that I would swap to being a prime lens user when I finally made the change to medium format, and that was the plan due to the tendency for prime lenses to be that much sharper than zoom lenses, but unfortunately the selection of wider angle prime lenses for the GFX system isn’t great, hence opting for the 32-64 f4 lens.
Could not be more impressed with 102mp images if I tried, including in low light, high ISO setting. They might require a little bit of noise reduction, but there are some amazing bits of software for that these days.
To illustrate this I was lucky enough to cover a wedding at the same wedding venue with a ‘money shot’ everyone gets while there – in this case it was the Inglewood Inn’s Gollop’s Bridge, so here is an example of the same shot using my Nikon D810 and the GFX100s along with a 100% crop of each.
Nikon D810
Inglewood Inn Wedding Photo
100% crop
D850100
Fujifilm GFX100s
Gallop bridge Wedding photo
100% crop
GFX100s100
Hopefully this illustrates why I now love the GFX100s for wedding photography – particularly for money shots like this that are bound to be printed huge!
Ease of use
One of my fears of switching to the Fuji system for stills photography was my experience with the X-T3 cameras which I really don;t like using due to the retro dials at the top of the camera. When using a camera for wedding photography I like to switch settings quickly using my forefinger and thumb on dials like I had been used to with my Nikon systems.
Thankfully, using the GFX100s for wedding photography means it was a very simple transition to the Fuji way of using dials with the only slight difference being the way you select ISO settings which in some ways is better than the Nikon way of doing things – which was cool. I’ve also found myself using the Aperture priority setting much more with this camera, only reverting to my old way of doing things with full manual when I want to overexpose occasionally.
What I don’t like about the GFX100s for Wedding Photography
Lack of a physical shutter clunk
I really do miss the physical clunk of my Nikons, the poor excuse of the physical shutter sound on the GFX100s just doesn’t cut it, and don’t get me started on the tiny little sound it makes for the electronic shutter. makes me feel as though I’m not taking photos and causes some overshooting. This is simply something I need to get used to though.
Too slow for receptions
It’s a combination of my subconscious photographer’s mind relying on the shutter clunk to register that I’ve taken an image and the fact that it is a medium format camera when I find myself feeling as though I’m missing too many shots with the GFX100s for wedding receptions.
Also the fact that I have to use a slower wide angle lens when in lower light situations with medium format means I can’t use a faster shutter speed without bumping the ISO up a little too high.
I have been using my trusty Nikon D810 for reception photos as a result. Once a wide angle GFX mount lens is released I’ll probably be re evaluating this – but currently, having a 102mp sensor for candid, drunken photos is simply too much anyway. I might break it out for a pinup first dance shot, but that’s about it.
I Highly Recommend the GFX100s for Wedding Photography
I have certainly been enjoying my foray into using medium format with my new GFX100s for wedding photography. It really is hard to explain using a blog post to explain exactly why I’m enjoying using the GFX100s for wedding photography so much, but let me just say that I have been using this camera and thinking about my photography in the same way I had when first getting my hands on my first full frame professional camera.
I’m the type of person who gets inspired by using new technology in such as way that prompts quite a bit of creativity from me – it really feels as though I’m relearning how to take photos, but with all the experience I’ve had in the past as a foundation so it’s making taking so much fun!
Weddings I’ve used the GFX100s for Wedding Photography
Here’s some examples of work I’ve used the GFX100s for wedding photography as a main camera.
One of the highlights of wedding planning is getting an amazing, creative guru to document your day. You get to have creative shots with your significant other and a dedicated team of wedding photographers to take candid and planned photos of the two of you. However, if you want to have a picture-perfect wedding, you have to be wary of common wedding photo mistakes and know how to address them properly.
Feel free to use this article as the beginning of your journey into wedding photography to ensure you fill up your album only with great, memorable wedding photos. After which, please do get in touch as there’s nothing I’d rather talk about!
3 Common Wedding Photo Mistakes and How to Solve Them
Mistake #1: Having no plan for group photos
Since you are inviting your friends and family to your big day, you can expect that most of them want to take pictures with you as a newly married couple. Therefore, a few photo opportunities should be readily available, especially during the reception, since that’s where most of the fun begins. You can start by indicating when your photo op will be with each guest, and it’s highly recommended to do this in groups for easier picture taking and to commemorate shared memories.
The best way to ensure you have a seamless experience for your wedding photo op is to go about it by table arrangement. Ideally, you want people who know each other well seated together. This way, your wedding photographer can just call the group by table assignment (e.g., by number), instruct them on the appropriate spacing or framing for your picture, and give the finished product to friends or family members that appreciate who they are with in their photos.
When it comes to family photos directly after your ceremony, making a list of must have photos is essential. This does not mean a list of individuals – but rather a list of groups who are listed by name. Your photographer will not know who needs to go where, and who is friendly/unfriendly with one another. It’s one aspect of wedding photography the photographer will 100% be looking for you to guide the photos as they don’t want top step on any toes.
Boys group photo
Mistake #2: Giving you and your partner no chance to have pictures together
During your wedding, you and your partner are the highlights of the day; people will greet you and support your union as you look forward to spending the rest of your lives together. If it were up to your guests, you would be spending all day with them and celebrating your union – which doesnt sound like a bad thing, but you also want some stunning glamour shots to hang on your wall of just the two of you. That’s why you should always make time on your dayto go to some lovely location and have some taken.
If you and your significant other want to get inspired for your photo op together, you can go for a relevant theme to your relationship. For instance, if you fell in love with one another because of your love for Halloween, then you can have a spooky-themed photoshoot, or perhaps you got engaged in a forest overlooking the city? Head there!.
Just ensure you coordinate with your hired photographer to set your creative direction. Most importantly, just have fun and be natural when having your pictures taken. One of the most common wedding photo mistakes is that often couples are strapped for time, even when they allocate some time for a glamourshoot like this – try to take your time with it and make the most of your time together as a couple – it’s one of the only times on your wedding day that you’ll be able to do this away from the hustle and bustle of family and friends!
Smokey greenhouse
Mistake #3: Relying on amateur photographers for your wedding
You cannot expect high-quality photos from a ‘friend with a camera‘, so why would you hire them for your wedding? Doing this will not only result in poor quality images, but also poorly timed images that don’t represent your big day well. A wedding photographer has been to hundreds of weddings beforehand, and knows by experience what to expect and be in position the majority of the time.
It also makes your wedding seem not as special because you and your partner just went for the cheapest cameraperson you should find. Worse, it may even affect how your friends, family, and children perceive your wedding. Also you’re paying someone who otherwise would not be a part of your guest list to attend your wedding to take photos so that your actual guests can enjoy the day with you – it’s not really fair on your friends to i ask them to work on the day that you’re also expecting them to have a good time.
With a professional wedding photographer, you can be assured that your photos are well-produced and edited to a standard you’ll be happy with. Some even have photo booth hires and videography services, allowing you to interact with your guests and make memorable pictures together. This way, you can always refer to your pictures to reminisce how exciting and romantic that big day was as you retell it to your children, and maybe even your grandchildren!
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Wedding photos are vital to any celebration of love being united. As such, there’s no room for wedding photo mistakes. Fortunately, you now have a better idea of what you should avoid when it comes to wedding photo mistakes. Just ensure you and your partner have the right plans and resources ready for that picture-perfect moment. Work on your picture-taking arrangements today!
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