Memory. It is the first word becoming an important thing in pre-wedding photography. Started by a simple wish of a couple of man and woman to have a series of memorable photos before they are married, pre-wedding photography trend starts booming in photography business market. This chance, of course, becomes a great moment for photographers who are willing to learn commercial photography, especially wedding photography. Beside its less risk, it obviously does not need a lot of capital and it needs a very flexible time. In this digital era, everyone can hold a camera and claim him/herself as a photographer. Admittedly, the smallest risk will be taken, for the sake of a new hobby which is slowly grading into a weekend side jobs.
Small Risk A photographer who wants to start a business on pre-wedding photography measures that this kind of photography is less risky because of its simple packaging – from its preparation to its final product packaging; to simply choose and pick a client, for example. A photographer can freely choose everyone to be his/her clients: his/her colleagues, partners, ex-classmates, etc.Or in other words, a photographer can pick every couple to be his/her “try-out” to present pre-wedding photos.
With that kind of photographer-client relationship, the risk of failure is smaller and so is the possibility of complaint. Here, pre-wedding photography becomes a stepping-stone, before finally, a photographer moves to a more serious level; not only pre-wedding, but also the other commercial photography. As a matter of fact, is this business so simple? Generally, there is no exact parameter in the success of art, so is in the pre-wedding photography.
There are some important elements need to be paid attention to in the preparation stage of pre-wedding photography so that the result will be (categorized as) successful. Theme Usually the couple expect that the story pictured from the photos will be a never-ending memory. Some couples request an old-fashioned theme, daily activity theme, sports, etc.
The photographer’s creativity or meticulousness becomes a very important factor in transforming those themes, in order not to make his final photos as only an ordinary documentation of a couple of man and woman. Ideally, a theme will be given by the couple, and the photographer will then examine and actualize it into a photo creation. But sometimes, there is no particular request or description from clients. No theme is requested? It should not be a problem. Of course, a photographer can explore deeper into what things can be exposed from the couple.
It will be useful if a photographer asks several questions to be the clues for the theme, e.g. a memorable place for both of them or each of their activity it is to picture both of their personalities. Should a memorable place be far, beautiful and expensive? Absolutely not. A small spot in the edge of town, sidewalk, a crowd on a crossing or a traffic jam all of them are more than enough to be actualized into a theme. In fact, the photographer’s creativity is required here.
Communication The photographer’s skill to communicate with the couple is needed not only when picking up the theme and preparation, but also in the shooting session. Thing to remember is that the subject is not a model or someone accustomed to pose in front of cameras without nervousness. In pre-wedding photography, we photographers shoot the common people, meaning that we shoot people who might not be accustomed to be photographed, so, if there is clumsiness, nervousness or a non-maximum expression, it is natural.
Direction, instruction and communication from the photographer have a significant role to ease the photographing atmosphere. However, a photographer cannot expect too much that his client will perfectly pose as he wants, without being commanded like a professional model will. Without a clear, interesting, sympathetic and relax communication and direction, the photo result will less than optimal. Wardrobe Costume or wardrobe which is themesupportive is necessary for the couple. It will be awkward if the theme is a daily activity in the office, but the couple wear full Javanese traditional wardrobe and hair-do.
Obviously, there will be no one complaining about the wardrobe and location. But the things to remember are the photographical aesthetics and the soul of pre-wedding photos; they are to picture their memorable events (before married). An idea and suggestion from the photographer about the choice of wardrobe, color and accessories will be very useful, and of course, helpful to solve the client’s confusion in choosing.
Admittedly, a photographer is more masterly about colors combination and wardrobe type-location-theme matching, which will finally affect the beauty of the photo creation. Location Everyone is definitely fond of a beautiful location – beautiful to see and beautiful to be actualized in photography. Nevertheless, is every beautiful place proper, suitable and possible to be actualized in a pre-wedding photography? Undoubtedly, digital imaging can very easily move the couple just in a second in front of the Eiffel Tower or the Great Wall.
The question is; does it fit the couple’s personal originality, their background theme and story? Pose & Mannerly Freedom Another important thing is the subjects’ pose. The couple are definitely permitted to pose romantically, e.g. to kiss or hug in front of public. But if this is done without direction, or whatsoever, it will only produce a less qualified photo, and moreover, unworthy.
For me, a romantic photo is not merely a vulgar kissing or hugging pose without exploring a more mannerly photographic art senses to expose. Just remember, those photos, undoubtedly, will not be personal consumptions, but there will be a lot of people with distinct ages and degrees of artwork apprehension watching.
Success Vs the Couple’s Voice Alike artwork, there is no exact standard to be the success parameter of a prewedding photo. Then, how does a photographer know whether his work is successful or not? The couple’s voice is the answer. When our works are satisfying clients; this becomes the parameter of success.
Obviously, pre-wedding photography is not merely capturing objects, setting poses, portraying beauty and carving memories, but also creating an artwork.
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Wedding photography?I have recently been asked by my photography professor to shoot his friends wedding… but I've never done one before.
Although my teacher says he's quite confident in my ability, I'm still rather nervous. Does anyone have some tips for me?
Also, the gig only pays $150, but it's about a 70 mile round trip for me to drive there and back. (I drive a jeep, meaning I'm really only making about $100 or less on the deal.) My teacher is pushing me to ask for more gas money, but I'm rather shy about those things and I'm unsure how to go about it. Suggestions?
I have recently been asked by my photography professor to shoot his friends wedding… but I've never done one before.
Although my teacher says he's quite confident in my ability, I'm still rather nervous. Does anyone have some tips for me?
Also, the gig only pays $150, but it's about a 70 mile round trip for me to drive there and back. (I drive a jeep, meaning I'm really only making about $100 or less on the deal.) My teacher is has told me that I need to ask them about more money, but I'm rather shy about those kinds of things and I don't know how to word it.
But mostly I'm hoping for a few pointers on how to go about doing the actual photography of the day. I'm mostly doing it for the expierience, rather than the cash.
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whoa!!it looks like a PICTURE!
ur an amazing painter!:D
It depends on if you already have the experience and the photography equipment. If you don't have the equipment this will run you a few thousand ($2000-$10,000) dollars just for the cameras and lenses depending on the brand and type. Then there is the studio and the equipment that will go with operating one which can also run you well into the thousands again.
Then the last thing (or the first thing) you should consider is there a market in your area for this service and will the pros out weigh the cons of having a wedding business.
Hope this helps,
Kevin
You know there is a reason you don't have any answers to this. You are traveling to Europe just to take a photo and you want to know where in Europe is beautiful.
There are beautiful spots in every country in Europe. But most importantly what defines beautiful to you. Are you a mountain type of couple? Swiss Alps would be great. Are you beachy? French Rivera. Historical? Italy. The arch in Paris, the heat and unique architecture in Spain, the white round domes of Greece, the wineries in Tuscany. To me Prague is the most gorgeous city on earth. Others have said the same about Ireland. The fjords of Norway are unique to that area just like the Roman coliseum is. All countries have beauty
My friend was proposed to at the Eiffel Tower and took a picture of her hand and ring with the Eiffel Tower backdrop.
Pick a country you want to travel to and see–but please don't go to Europe for a photo. You could just play around on photoshop for that. What makes a good photo of the two of you will be the look of the two of you. No one looks and says "The background is gorgeous if only her head wasn't in the way".
It all depends on how awesome the photographer is and where you are. In L.A. that's a good package for about that prices. Make sure you get in writing everything promised and when you get it, sepcific date.
I charge $2000 for me to photograph the wedding and web hosting @ picatage.com linked through my website. All the other stuff is extra they can pay for. Not all photogreaphers charge the same and not all of us are at the same level of expertise or skill.
You do get what youpaid for, I applaud you for willing to pay money. The photographer is the only person you'll hire who works all day for you and gives(sells) you something tangible that will last for generations.
Brilliant Willy, Just Brilliant =D
Great talent Der Mann.
Very nice!!
Here in the USA, that would be pretty good. The negative DVD is simply a disc with all of your original (and possibly also edited) photos. That way you can stick it in any computer and upload them to something like MySpace or Facebook, or take it to a drugstore and get some printed.
The wedding story DVD sounds like a lovely idea. I think that you definitely will appreciate a DVD instead of a VHS because VHS is so outdated now and you want something that your kids and grandkids will easily be able to watch in the future… chances of there still being a working VCR around then is slim!
A high price doesn't guarantee quality. Conversely, a lower price doesn't indicate lower quality. 'Digital negative' is a file format is a lossless format that was agreed upon by industry leaders. It preserves as much of the original file's information as is possible. Basically, it's as close to a RAW file as you can come without the hassle of manufacturer-specific compatibility problems arising 10 years down the road. Think long-term: Today, it's easy to open a jpeg with anything, but with computers, 10 years can make the difference between a DVD and an 8-inch floppy disc.
As for references- not examples. If they're established, you may also get some advice from the management of your reception location, local churches, wedding planners, etc….ALL these people form a network- and they DO develop opinions of one another, regarding who's easy to work with, whose work they like, etc.
DO NOT underestimate the human factor when choosing the photographer. This person is going to be hovering around you for the entire day- a day already filled with stress. If you click with the person, it WILL show in your photos….conversely, if you don't really care for them, the smile may be there, but the twinkle in your eye may not be. And you'll have FOREVER to see that in your images.
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Incredible! He looks so life like. Just amazing…and what a beautiful subject
Depends on you. Some professional photographers will charge a few hundred dollars to do the same thing you are doing and they will keep the royalties for it. Since you are a student, and this is just as much about you getting experience as it is about getting a few bucks, I'd say no less than $75. If you have an expensive camera and want to do some editing, charge more. I just wouldn't go less than that 75.
Last year I did a CD layout design for a small band, 4 pages and the layout on the CD itself. I figured I was new, so it was experience and only charged $50. It was a lot of work, but it turned out awesome when it was all done. The professional price for all my work was $800 from the pace that printed their CDs. I felt like I should have at least charged $150 for my job. After doing that Job, I raised my rates for any graphic work that I do.
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I have worked in Australia before. If you want a photographer that owns a studio to close down to photo you on the tram, at ST Kilda or where ever expect to pay at least $500 an hour, a freelancer like me would charge you $200+ per hour.—-rates plus expenses
A student wont know what to charge you and wont deliver professional results: hence a student.
Buy an expensive camera and do it yourself (use auto), unless you really want/need professional results.
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You’re really good man. You’ve got excellent talent.
Nice work, you did pretty good.
If you've got some a photo album of photo's of the two of you from childhood 'til now but make sure there's pleanty of space left after for future memories…..