Photography & Videography: Tips from the Trenches

So much effort goes into planning your wedding. And you know what? When the day comes, it definitely will be the blur everyone tells you it will be. Hours pass like minutes, and before you know it, you’re off for the honeymoon. Therefore, it’s so important to have every detail of your day expertly captured, so you can enjoy those fleeting moments again and again.

Unfortunately, there are a lot of amateur photographers and videographers out there posing as pros. To help make your hiring decision easier, our friend Dave Bigler at Bigler Productions has some tips for you: Brilliance or Blah; 3 Key Things to Look For in Your Wedding Photographer or Videographer.

Here’s one of our favorite points from Dave: “One of the key elements to shooting a wedding is being able to anticipate every moment. There are no retakes or do-overs in a wedding. An experienced shooter will be in the right place at the right time to nail the right shot.”

Well said, Dave! No matter how beautiful a first kiss, the photograph of it will probably not look that great if the photographer is crouched at the bride’s knee. (Yes, we’ve seen this happen!) An experienced pro will know just where to position him or herself when it’s time for the I do’s.

(Credits: Like the photo above? So do we! It’s from “Rustic Romance,” a feature in Volume 2 of Adirondack Weddings, photographed by Greer Cicarelli Photography.)

Thanks to Adirondack Weddings Magazine for their beautiful photographs, posts, and wedding and event inspiration. Adirondack Weddings is the official bridal magazine of upstate New York’s Adirondack region, covering Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, Lake George, Old Forge, Saratoga Springs, and beyond. The magazine features stunning photography, insightful articles, and the region's top wedding professionals. Visit the Adirondack Weddings Magazine website.

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Comments

[Koi Carp]

We have to work very hard on producing high quality photos for our business with no real photography training. We will implement some of these tips in future, so thanks Sheffield School for this informative post regarding the subject!

[tony clement]

I am so very appreciative of good design, in all genres.

My photography brings with it a flavor of 16th century Flemish. That style is my current preference.
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[Brent - Red Rose Photos]

I remember my wedding day and it's so true that you plan and look forward to the day for months and then in what feels like a moment it's all over. Dealing specifically with the photography it's so important to pick the right photographer. As I say, the day is gone in a blur for many but a quality photographer will capture so much for you that when the dust has settled you can flick through the photos of a fantastic day and it all comes flooding back.

[Dee Tauranga Photographer]

It pays to make sure you get on with your photographer too. They are usually with you from getting ready through to the reception so it's a good idea ask to meet with them before booking to ensure your personalities gel.

[rick]

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