Step-by-Step Wedding Photography


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In wedding photography, there are few second chances. Creating professional-quality images requires more than just a good eye, it takes a solid plan of action—and the ability to improvise on the spot when things don’t go as planned. In this book, acclaimed wedding photographer Damon Tucci takes you through the process he uses to maximize his efficiency, achieve dazzling results with natural light, make the most of even lackluster scenes and backgrounds, and come home with the “money shots” every time. From pre-ceremony preparations to the last moments of the reception, Tucci walks you through each step of the day, telling you where to be, what to look for, and how to ensure client-pleasing results.




Modern Bridal Photography Techniques


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Packed with outstanding images from real weddings, this book is full of advice from one of todayÕs top photographers in the wedding and portrait industry. Brett Florens is a South African photographer who selected 75 of his favorite bridal portraits to explore in detail, giving the reader an inside look at both the creative development of each concept before the shoot and the technical execution of the photographerÕsÑand brideÕsÑvision. Featuring brides with a variety of looks, from classic to fashion forward, and images shot both indoors and outside, the book provides instruction on a wide range of techniques. Florens is a master of lighting, so lighting diagrams are provided for each image, making it easy for readers to adapt the setups to their own subjects and shooting style. Posing techniques are also covered in detail, with tips for both refining the appearance of the bride and for communicating something about her personality through the pose selected. Florens is also well known for his fashion-inspired poses, and the aesthetic concepts that make them work effectively are explored. With tips for remaining true to personal style while working to satisfy the tastes and demands of a variety of brides, it will be a valuable addition to the library of any professional photographer or advanced student of photography.




Wedding Photography from the Heart


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A behind-the-scenes look at master wedding photographer Joe Buissink’s acclaimed style "There’s no such thing as a perfect image–only a perfect moment," says Joe Buissink, one of American Photo’s Top 10 Wedding Photographers in the World. In Wedding Photography from the Heart, the premier photographer gives us an inside look at how he captures the feeling of a couple’s wedding, seeing the moments from their perspectives and hearts. Here, for the first time, are more than 150 of his stunning images–including many from celebrity weddings–accompanied by creative techniques, inspiration, and unparalleled advice. Joe brings us into his creative process, emphasizing "learning to see"–training yourself to anticipate the moments that matter–and, most important, developing a relationship of complete trust with your clients. His goal is not necessarily to take technically perfect photos, but to capture the right moments, transforming intimate, emotional memories into timeless images. A must-have for all professional, semipro, and aspiring wedding photographers–as well as brides and grooms looking for inspiration–Wedding Photography from the Heart reveals how to create wedding photographs that will, even decades later, capture the joy of a couple’s wedding day.




Fine Art Wedding Photography


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Many semi-pro and professional wedding photographers are looking to "wake up" their style, stay current, and stimulate business. And today, that means lifestyle photography, also referred to as "fine art wedding photography." Fine art wedding photography isn't just a catchy phrase; it's a modern approach in which design is paramount. Fine art wedding images are more graphic and stylized than traditional wedding photojournalism, as if they were pulled from the pages of a glossy wedding or lifestyle magazine. Acclaimed wedding photographer Jose Villa was a pioneer in fine art wedding photography before it became a trendy buzzword. Here, he shares his secrets for bringing a stylized sense of composition, lighting, posing, and most important, design, to your images, while still keeping them organic and narrative. You’ll learn Jose’s trademark technique of capturing the more natural moment after a pose, and tips for getting images right in-camera to avoid the need for heavy postproduction. Final chapters show you how to integrate design through the delivered product, whether an album or slideshow, and continue nurturing clients after the wedding by expanding to baby and family portraiture. Packed with real-life examples, solid techniques, and stunning images from one of the wedding industry's brightest stars, this book will both educate and inspire photographers seeking to update their work and satisfy a new generation of brides.




Professional Wedding Photography


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In a field where clients grow more demanding and style-savvy, wedding photographers need to remain ahead of their game. To capture images that satisfy their clients and stand up to the test of time, they must learn to inspire expressions, modulate lighting, pose subjects in a flattering manner, adjust composition and interact well with the couple and guests. Lou Jacobs Jr interviews 10 of today's top professionals to garner their advice on capturing great shots and conquering business basics. Each chapter features one artist's advice with a selection of their images.




The Beautiful Wedding


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Acclaimed wedding photographer Tracy Dorr shows you how to capture the moments of genuine emotion and spontaneous interaction that make a wedding beautiful. Through careful observation of the events, relationships, and scenes, you’ll learn how to be in the right place at the right time. Or, if the right moment doesn’t present itself organically, how to set the stage for authentic interactions. You’ll learn to shoot fast and shoot smart in challenging lighting conditions and ever-changing scenes for beautiful images that go beyond the expected. Finally, Dorr shows you how to present these images in client-pleasing products—and to transition your wedding-shooting skills into other subject areas for better overall photography of all your clients.




Professional Techniques for the Wedding Photographer


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Revised edition of the mega-best-seller, now completely revised and updated to include the latest trends in wedding photography! The wedding photographer faces a difficult challenge. Working with emotionally charged clients, he or she must capture a once-in-a-lifetime event and make average people look perfect, with no opportunity for retakes. The completely new edition ofProfessional Techniques for the Wedding Photographeris the picture-taker's “bible” to lighting, posing, and taking gorgeous photographs that will increase sales and profits. The guide is organized as a thorough and detailed script for a typical wedding day. Over 150 stunning photographs take the reader, step by step, through all the pictures clients expect to see in their albums, from formal portraits to candid shots at the reception. Plus, this updated version details all the latest trends in wedding photography, including wedding photojournalism and black-and-white wedding photography. Professional Techniques for the Wedding Photographeris also a valuable business tool. Readers will discover hundreds of proven approaches for boosting sales, including making sales presentations to clients, choosing a professional lab, using digital files, creating wedding albums that make an impact, and closing the deal. This brand-new edition also includes tested tips for using the photographer's newest and most essential marketing and sales tool—the Internet. • New edition of the major best-seller • Completely revised and updated to include the latest trends in photography, digital imaging, and using the Internet • Demonstrates how to improve photography as well as boost sales and profits • Includes dozens of stunning new photographs




100 Techniques for Professional Wedding Photographers


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From shooting formal family portraits in a dimly lit church to capturing lively candids at a bustling reception, this valuable reference presents 100 tips for handling the process from start to finish—choosing the best equipment, capturing the best moments on film, and enhancing and presenting them afterwards. Numerous professionals offer valuable advice for digital wedding photography, giving technical guidance on lighting, exposure and metering, and color management, as well as ideas for scouting locations, dealing with nervous brides, and photographing large groups. Ample time is spent on the many aspects of posing and lighting—for both formal and informal situations—with an eye toward enhancing the efficiency of the shoot and the natural beauty of the resulting images.




Techniques for Modern Wedding Photography


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In this guidebook, acclaimed and award-winning wedding photojournalist Tracy Dorr shows professional and aspiring photographers how to investigate and chronicle every important nuance of the wedding day, providing a can't-miss game plan for understanding the who, what, when, where, and why of wedding day photography. From artfully documenting the emotionally charged preparations and the soulful and serious ceremony to the buoyant bliss of the reception, readers are given an in-depth look at what it takes to capture the meaningful moments of the day to create images that tell the unique story of the bride and groom's day. Readers are given complete instruction on how to hone interpersonal skills to ensure that subjects will feel at ease, work through crowds and tune out distractions, position oneself to capture the key shots, and develop an eye for identifying those folks outside of the wedding party who mean the most to bride and groom. Additional chapters focus on the business side of professional photography, breaking down topics such as customer service, sales, and postproduction, to ensure a healthy and successful career.




The Best of Wedding Photojournalism


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In contrast to a traditional wedding photographer, a wedding photojournalist works unobtrusively to capture the “real life” flavor of the special event as it unfolds, and this guidebook addresses the unique challenges and specific preparations required to excel in this field. Calling upon the best and brightest photojournalists to share their images and insights, this updated edition reveals the secrets for capturing all the breathtaking exchanges between the personalities, so that the photographs tell a story rich in detail. Many topics are also covered, such as how to meet and mingle with the main players at a wedding, what to expect in terms of a timeline, what shots cannot be missed, and how to minimize the distractions of flashes, bulky equipment, and verbal requests. Before, during, and after the ceremony—indoors and out—this volume is brimming with advice for every aspect of the shoot, including selecting equipment and lighting, working with an assistant, properly archiving digital files, and selecting a beautiful heirloom-quality album design.