If you missed Sharyn's original Vendor Interview, here's a link to check it out:
http://kateparkerweddings.blogspot.com/2009/04/vendor-series-interview-no-11-sharyn.html
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Showing posts with label wedding photographer. Show all posts
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
PS to Sharyn Peavey's vendor interview
Joanne McDonough of Joya beauty suggested I post some of the images that came out of the photo shoot when I first met Sharyn Peavey a few years ago... For those of you who have NOT met Joanne (and I HIGHLY suggest you do), the woman in the photos is Eva Marie Denst. Here are some crazy images from the shoot as well as a shout-out to my long hair days!
If you missed Sharyn's original Vendor Interview, here's a link to check it out:
http://kateparkerweddings.blogspot.com/2009/04/vendor-series-interview-no-11-sharyn.html
If you missed Sharyn's original Vendor Interview, here's a link to check it out:
http://kateparkerweddings.blogspot.com/2009/04/vendor-series-interview-no-11-sharyn.html
Monday, April 13, 2009
Vendor Series Interview No. 11, Sharyn Peavey
I met Sharyn years ago at a photo shoot at Joya beauty in Dover, NH.... Joanne was working on some crazy makeup techniques and I was donating my face for the afternoon! Now I've reconnected with Sharyn and she's joined the MY KPW family!! We're so excited to have her and her incredible talents, so make sure you visit her website and enjoy the interview!
Sharyn Peavey Photography
Her fabulous images!
Vendor Interview Questions:
KP: What is your favorite part of the wedding process?
SP: I enjoy creating and giving to the bride fantastic images of herself. When shooting the bride all dressed and ready to go, nothing else really matters for those few moments, and there is nothing else like feeling absolutely beautiful and looking your best. I get very excited about sharing that experience with the bride.
I extend this out to all whom I shoot on a wedding day, but the bride is my highlight, my main focus.
KP: What do you love most about your job in the wedding industry?
SP: My job brings me into a very personal space of a couples family and friend dynamics. I feel privileged to be part of a quintessential day for each family, each couple. I am often touched by what the wedding means to each couple. I love that I am going to be giving them a product that will allow them to relive the feelings and memories.
KP: What is the biggest misconception about your industry?
SP: I think a big misconception about wedding photographers is that we just take pictures. Pictures are an experience, from the act of shooting to the act of viewing and having the images. It is easy to be misunderstood because unless someone has had the experience of being on an incredible shoot or sitting with an amazing set of prints that go beyond just the surface, how will they know what they are missing out on. Unlike a dress, that you can try on a dozen times, photography is something that you will experience (mostly) post wedding. It has the ability to be just a picture to look and say, yes there I was in my wedding dress, or it can be an experience.
KP: How did you get into the wedding industry?
SP: My first wedding came to me in 1991 when I was working in the photo lab of my school, the Maryland Institute College of Art. The bride wanted, candid b/w which at that time, was not popular. I secretly enjoyed it and Martha Stewart came out with a gorgeous wedding issue. I was inspired. I staged a wedding by renting a dress, and assimilated flowers and a cake like in the Martha issue. We went all over Baltimore and had a fantastic shoot. The cake was fantastic too! When jobs came in for weddings, I took them because I liked the challenge and because no other art student would bow so low as to take a "wedding job". I began assisting Baltimore wedding photographers as well to gain more knowledge.
KP: Tell me one wedding vendor other than in your industry you highly recommend? Why?
SP: I think there are alot of great wedding photographers in the area, but I do highly recommend Michelle Turner because I know she delivers quality and style. I personally worked with Michelle at a wedding and I can say that any couple would feel confident booking her, she knows what shots she is looking for. I have also had Michelle photograph me.
KP: Tell me one wedding vendor in your industry you highly recommend? Why?
SP: I like to see couples well taken care of and attended too. But because looking one's best is high on my visual priority list, I recommend both Joya beauty out of Dover NH, and Head Games Salon out of Portland for hair and make-up.
KP: Favorite wedding story- funny or serious
SP: Last fall I was shooting an outdoor ceremony, it was really lovely. As the bride was walking down the lawn the grooms great aunt (Mildred I believe) got up and stood directly in front of the groom and hunkered down like a linebacker to get the shoot of the bride coming down the aisle. Eventually she had to move so the bride could greet the groom. Moments later this same aunt screamed as her chair suddenly flipped backwards and her legs went up the in the air, exposing girdle and all. Everyone was frozen for a few moments not to sure what to do. I almost went over to help her, but another family member straightened her out. I DID NOT photograph this moment, out of respect to dear aunt Mildred. I feared this would would be the image that would get emailed around 100 times.
KP: What other part of the industry would you not want to work in? Why?
SP: I would not want to be a dj. It is probably the industry that interest me the least, as I love good cake, flowers and food, and there is much room for making horrendous "live" mistakes. Plus I am not one to remember the name of a song. I think that is key for a dj.
KP: What differentiates you from the rest of your industry peers?
SP: Photographers have such potential for creative freedom in their work. I believe we all bring to our images a part of our personalities. I feel one of the things that separates me from my peers is my use of strong colors and sense of energy. I think I think there is a sincerity to the shots, where one can feel present in the image.
Sharyn Peavey Photography
Her fabulous images!
Vendor Interview Questions:
KP: What is your favorite part of the wedding process?
SP: I enjoy creating and giving to the bride fantastic images of herself. When shooting the bride all dressed and ready to go, nothing else really matters for those few moments, and there is nothing else like feeling absolutely beautiful and looking your best. I get very excited about sharing that experience with the bride.
I extend this out to all whom I shoot on a wedding day, but the bride is my highlight, my main focus.
KP: What do you love most about your job in the wedding industry?
SP: My job brings me into a very personal space of a couples family and friend dynamics. I feel privileged to be part of a quintessential day for each family, each couple. I am often touched by what the wedding means to each couple. I love that I am going to be giving them a product that will allow them to relive the feelings and memories.
KP: What is the biggest misconception about your industry?
SP: I think a big misconception about wedding photographers is that we just take pictures. Pictures are an experience, from the act of shooting to the act of viewing and having the images. It is easy to be misunderstood because unless someone has had the experience of being on an incredible shoot or sitting with an amazing set of prints that go beyond just the surface, how will they know what they are missing out on. Unlike a dress, that you can try on a dozen times, photography is something that you will experience (mostly) post wedding. It has the ability to be just a picture to look and say, yes there I was in my wedding dress, or it can be an experience.
KP: How did you get into the wedding industry?
SP: My first wedding came to me in 1991 when I was working in the photo lab of my school, the Maryland Institute College of Art. The bride wanted, candid b/w which at that time, was not popular. I secretly enjoyed it and Martha Stewart came out with a gorgeous wedding issue. I was inspired. I staged a wedding by renting a dress, and assimilated flowers and a cake like in the Martha issue. We went all over Baltimore and had a fantastic shoot. The cake was fantastic too! When jobs came in for weddings, I took them because I liked the challenge and because no other art student would bow so low as to take a "wedding job". I began assisting Baltimore wedding photographers as well to gain more knowledge.
KP: Tell me one wedding vendor other than in your industry you highly recommend? Why?
SP: I think there are alot of great wedding photographers in the area, but I do highly recommend Michelle Turner because I know she delivers quality and style. I personally worked with Michelle at a wedding and I can say that any couple would feel confident booking her, she knows what shots she is looking for. I have also had Michelle photograph me.
KP: Tell me one wedding vendor in your industry you highly recommend? Why?
SP: I like to see couples well taken care of and attended too. But because looking one's best is high on my visual priority list, I recommend both Joya beauty out of Dover NH, and Head Games Salon out of Portland for hair and make-up.
KP: Favorite wedding story- funny or serious
SP: Last fall I was shooting an outdoor ceremony, it was really lovely. As the bride was walking down the lawn the grooms great aunt (Mildred I believe) got up and stood directly in front of the groom and hunkered down like a linebacker to get the shoot of the bride coming down the aisle. Eventually she had to move so the bride could greet the groom. Moments later this same aunt screamed as her chair suddenly flipped backwards and her legs went up the in the air, exposing girdle and all. Everyone was frozen for a few moments not to sure what to do. I almost went over to help her, but another family member straightened her out. I DID NOT photograph this moment, out of respect to dear aunt Mildred. I feared this would would be the image that would get emailed around 100 times.
KP: What other part of the industry would you not want to work in? Why?
SP: I would not want to be a dj. It is probably the industry that interest me the least, as I love good cake, flowers and food, and there is much room for making horrendous "live" mistakes. Plus I am not one to remember the name of a song. I think that is key for a dj.
KP: What differentiates you from the rest of your industry peers?
SP: Photographers have such potential for creative freedom in their work. I believe we all bring to our images a part of our personalities. I feel one of the things that separates me from my peers is my use of strong colors and sense of energy. I think I think there is a sincerity to the shots, where one can feel present in the image.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Vendor Series Interview No. 9, Patrick McNamara Photography
My husband Ryan has had the pleasure of working with Patrick many times over the years and he always has the nicest things to say about him when he comes home from a wedding. You will see from his images that he is very talented and truly enjoys photographing weddings. Take a look at his work and enjoy the interview!
Patrick McNamara
Patrick McNamara Photography
KP: What is your favorite part of the wedding process?
PM: I love the whole experience, but if you had to nail me down to one particular thing... It would have to be the "getting ready" moments. The energy is so genuine and unrehearsed. Anticipation, suspense, camaraderie, and excitement... they almost always end up being my favorite shots.
KP: What do you love most about your job in the wedding industry?
PN: I make a living being creative and making people happy, what more could a visual artist ask for?
KP: What is the biggest misconception about your industry?
PM: That digital photography has made our lives (as photographers) easier. Digital photography is fantastic and I fully embrace the technology. It does however; require frequent upgrading of equipment, software and your precious time. Most photographers will spend more time on the computer for each wedding then they did during the entire day of shooting. Just ask my very patient wife and children during the wedding season.
KP: How did you get into the wedding industry?
PN: I actually owe a debt of gratitude to Jennifer Lewis-McShera, the Wedding Consultant at Clay Hill Farm Restaurant. I had just moved back to Maine after living and working in Manhattan, shooting Advertising and Corporate work. Jen is a great friend and asked if I had any desire to shoot weddings at Clay Hill. I said "sure, why not" and the whole thing just completely snowballed from there. Thanks Jennifer!
KP: Tell me one wedding vendor other than in your industry you highly recommend? Why?
PN: I've always been impressed with the work I see from Joanne McDonough of Joya Beauty. She is so skilled at reading a brides face and enhancing her natural attributes. Never heavy handed... just nicely balanced and a joy to photograph. She also has a very calming presence about her that I think is particularly helpful for the bride during those jittery moments before the ceremony. Joanne, you're so ZEN!
KP: Tell me one wedding vendor in your industry you highly recommend? Why?
PN: All right Kate, I will resist the all too easy opportunity to plug my Associate Photographer here and give you what I think you are really looking for. When we are both booked, there are three or four names that I constantly suggest. They are all worthy of mention, but since I can only pick one, today I choose Nadra Edgerley. I love her eye and I admire her constant effort to push herself to grow as a photographer. Her work is always evolving but she maintains that devotion to timeless imagery and not the trendy use of the latest set of Photoshop Actions. It doesn't hurt that she's just a fun person to hang out with too!
KP: Favorite wedding story- funny or serious
PN: Last year, I had a bride approach me about shooting her June wedding. She basically told (not asked) me "You are going to shoot my wedding"! She had been looking at my website for a year or more and heard "nothing but great things" she told me. Every time I tried to discuss packages and pricing, she wouldn't here of it, she said, "Just do what you do and let me know how much of a check you need and when, I totally trust you". She was a breakfast waitress at a local restaurant and paying for everything herself. I know for a fact that a big portion of her wedding budget was spent on my services. She had so much faith in me and was so sure that my photography was going to be amazing and kept saying how lucky she was to have me booked for her date. As the date got closer, I started getting nervous thinking, what If I don't amaze her? She has so much faith and trust in me, what if I let her down? I never get nervous before a wedding but this time, I had the dream client who truly loved my work and now I'm getting sweaty palms over it. We did get great results and it all worked out wonderfully of course, but it's just another reminder of why I love this job. People aren't just hiring us; they are trusting us with an important part of their personal history.
KP: What other part of the industry would you not want to work in? Why?
PN: Anything to do with perishable goods! I can't imagine being a Cake maker and having my hard work and artistry sabotaged by something random like a broken car air conditioner on a 100 degree day or not seeing a speed bump in the rain. I've seen florists in a frenzied state, scrambling so there flowers wouldn't flash freeze while rushing them into their van on a bitter January day. No thanks... I'll stick with making pretty pictures.
KP: What differentiates you from the rest of your industry peers?
PN: I'm kind of unique in that I have such a diverse background in the photography industry. In my twenty plus years of shooting, I've worked for a newspaper, shot corporate Annual Reports, had national and regional advertisements as well as editorial pieces for major publications. All of this took place before the days of looking at the back of your camera to see if you got the shot. You really had to hone your skills and know your craft before you could call yourself a Pro. Sadly, much of that has been lost in the current digital wedding industry. I tell everyone I meet with to do their research with whomever they are looking at and ultimately, to trust their instincts when making a final decision.
Patrick McNamara
Patrick McNamara Photography
KP: What is your favorite part of the wedding process?
PM: I love the whole experience, but if you had to nail me down to one particular thing... It would have to be the "getting ready" moments. The energy is so genuine and unrehearsed. Anticipation, suspense, camaraderie, and excitement... they almost always end up being my favorite shots.
KP: What do you love most about your job in the wedding industry?
PN: I make a living being creative and making people happy, what more could a visual artist ask for?
KP: What is the biggest misconception about your industry?
PM: That digital photography has made our lives (as photographers) easier. Digital photography is fantastic and I fully embrace the technology. It does however; require frequent upgrading of equipment, software and your precious time. Most photographers will spend more time on the computer for each wedding then they did during the entire day of shooting. Just ask my very patient wife and children during the wedding season.
KP: How did you get into the wedding industry?
PN: I actually owe a debt of gratitude to Jennifer Lewis-McShera, the Wedding Consultant at Clay Hill Farm Restaurant. I had just moved back to Maine after living and working in Manhattan, shooting Advertising and Corporate work. Jen is a great friend and asked if I had any desire to shoot weddings at Clay Hill. I said "sure, why not" and the whole thing just completely snowballed from there. Thanks Jennifer!
KP: Tell me one wedding vendor other than in your industry you highly recommend? Why?
PN: I've always been impressed with the work I see from Joanne McDonough of Joya Beauty. She is so skilled at reading a brides face and enhancing her natural attributes. Never heavy handed... just nicely balanced and a joy to photograph. She also has a very calming presence about her that I think is particularly helpful for the bride during those jittery moments before the ceremony. Joanne, you're so ZEN!
KP: Tell me one wedding vendor in your industry you highly recommend? Why?
PN: All right Kate, I will resist the all too easy opportunity to plug my Associate Photographer here and give you what I think you are really looking for. When we are both booked, there are three or four names that I constantly suggest. They are all worthy of mention, but since I can only pick one, today I choose Nadra Edgerley. I love her eye and I admire her constant effort to push herself to grow as a photographer. Her work is always evolving but she maintains that devotion to timeless imagery and not the trendy use of the latest set of Photoshop Actions. It doesn't hurt that she's just a fun person to hang out with too!
KP: Favorite wedding story- funny or serious
PN: Last year, I had a bride approach me about shooting her June wedding. She basically told (not asked) me "You are going to shoot my wedding"! She had been looking at my website for a year or more and heard "nothing but great things" she told me. Every time I tried to discuss packages and pricing, she wouldn't here of it, she said, "Just do what you do and let me know how much of a check you need and when, I totally trust you". She was a breakfast waitress at a local restaurant and paying for everything herself. I know for a fact that a big portion of her wedding budget was spent on my services. She had so much faith in me and was so sure that my photography was going to be amazing and kept saying how lucky she was to have me booked for her date. As the date got closer, I started getting nervous thinking, what If I don't amaze her? She has so much faith and trust in me, what if I let her down? I never get nervous before a wedding but this time, I had the dream client who truly loved my work and now I'm getting sweaty palms over it. We did get great results and it all worked out wonderfully of course, but it's just another reminder of why I love this job. People aren't just hiring us; they are trusting us with an important part of their personal history.
KP: What other part of the industry would you not want to work in? Why?
PN: Anything to do with perishable goods! I can't imagine being a Cake maker and having my hard work and artistry sabotaged by something random like a broken car air conditioner on a 100 degree day or not seeing a speed bump in the rain. I've seen florists in a frenzied state, scrambling so there flowers wouldn't flash freeze while rushing them into their van on a bitter January day. No thanks... I'll stick with making pretty pictures.
KP: What differentiates you from the rest of your industry peers?
PN: I'm kind of unique in that I have such a diverse background in the photography industry. In my twenty plus years of shooting, I've worked for a newspaper, shot corporate Annual Reports, had national and regional advertisements as well as editorial pieces for major publications. All of this took place before the days of looking at the back of your camera to see if you got the shot. You really had to hone your skills and know your craft before you could call yourself a Pro. Sadly, much of that has been lost in the current digital wedding industry. I tell everyone I meet with to do their research with whomever they are looking at and ultimately, to trust their instincts when making a final decision.
Rainy Day Weddings No. 11
Claris Photography
My advice........
Don't sweat it! If you plan ahead a little bit for a rainy day (umbrellas, some fun shoes to walk around in etc) the rain can be worked into the photography portion of the wedding day. Maybe it still means most of the pictures are inside with the families and bridal party but find your adventurous side, grab your new spouse, and head outside for a few shots together under an umbrella. If you planned for a short ceremony and you had your heart set on having it outside, don't let the rain get the best of you! Have umbrellas waiting for all of your guests and they won't mind standing while you make it official!
They say rain on a wedding is good luck so just go with it......
My advice........
Don't sweat it! If you plan ahead a little bit for a rainy day (umbrellas, some fun shoes to walk around in etc) the rain can be worked into the photography portion of the wedding day. Maybe it still means most of the pictures are inside with the families and bridal party but find your adventurous side, grab your new spouse, and head outside for a few shots together under an umbrella. If you planned for a short ceremony and you had your heart set on having it outside, don't let the rain get the best of you! Have umbrellas waiting for all of your guests and they won't mind standing while you make it official!
They say rain on a wedding is good luck so just go with it......
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Vendor Series Interview No. 8, Laura Novak Photography
Although I haven't had the pleasure of working with Laura Novak, her images just spoke to me about the simple beauty of weddings. Based in Wilmington, Deleware, Laura travels across the country and beyond to shoot weddings. Check out her website and enjoy the interview!
Laura Novak Photography
Laura Novak and her amazing team!
Some examples of her beautiful work
KP: What is your favorite part of the wedding process?
LN: I think just getting to know each of my clients and their stories. I am constantly inspired by how to people grow to love one another, and the decision to spend the rests of their lives together.
KP: What do you love most about your job in the wedding industry?
LN: I love seeing a couple's individuality show at their wedding, from the fun details to the dress a bride chooses. I think a wedding is the first time that a couple says "this is who we are" with their tastes and preferences. It's a special process and each wedding has it's own unique fingerprint as a result.
KP: What is the biggest misconception about your industry?
LN: It's probably regarding pricing - that you pay X amount for a photographer to show up for the day. What a lot of people may not realize that that they are investing in a 2 year process, from signing the contract to the engagement session, products ordered, customer service, pre-wedding consultations/advice, wedding day coverage, post wedding production and service, and parent communication. It's a large investment on both the part of the client as well as the photographer.
KP: How did you get into the wedding industry?
LN: I assisted a wedding photographer for fun in college, while living in Boston. I fell in love with being part of weddings and having the honor ofbeing present with a camera.
KP: Tell me one wedding vendor other than in your industry you highly
recommend? Why?
LN: I always recommend a lighting designer - the best one in Philadelphia being Eventions Productions. I think that if you have a certain budget set aside for decor, it's worth considering placing a portion towards lighting. Nothing beats walking into a beautifully lit room.
KP: Tell me one wedding vendor in your industry you highly recommend? Why?
LN: I love the work of my own wedding photographer, Anna Kuperberg. She is very creative and her work has a great sense of humor and is wonderful at telling stories of relationships through imagery.
KP: Favorite wedding story- funny or serious
LN: Not sure if it's my favorite but it's pretty funny and makes a good story. I was photographing a wedding a few years ago in Carmel, California when this guy in the ceremony crowd looks really familiar to me. I think it's no big deal, that he must have been at a previous wedding I photographed and then I realize he's really staring at me for a long time. After the ceremony ends he walks up to me and addresses me by my maiden name. It was then I realized I went to junior prom with him my freshman year of high school! He went to college with the groom. It was a big joke amongst the guys for the rest of the evening. I'm from Massachusetts so it was pretty hilarious to not see him for 12 years and then run into him while working a wedding in California.
KP: What other part of the industry would you not want to work in? Why?
LN: Wedding coordination - it just takes a special level of patience that I'm not sure I have. When conflict arises, I can hide behind my camera!
KP: What differentiates you from the rest of your industry peers?
LN: I think that there is a lot of emphasis on trash the dress, high fashion, cutting edge trends in the industry and I still love a classic beautiful portrait and a well composed moment captured. To me, wedding photography should be timeless... And I believe a great moment composed beautifully with stunning lighting will never go out of style.
Laura Novak Photography
Laura Novak and her amazing team!
Some examples of her beautiful work
KP: What is your favorite part of the wedding process?
LN: I think just getting to know each of my clients and their stories. I am constantly inspired by how to people grow to love one another, and the decision to spend the rests of their lives together.
KP: What do you love most about your job in the wedding industry?
LN: I love seeing a couple's individuality show at their wedding, from the fun details to the dress a bride chooses. I think a wedding is the first time that a couple says "this is who we are" with their tastes and preferences. It's a special process and each wedding has it's own unique fingerprint as a result.
KP: What is the biggest misconception about your industry?
LN: It's probably regarding pricing - that you pay X amount for a photographer to show up for the day. What a lot of people may not realize that that they are investing in a 2 year process, from signing the contract to the engagement session, products ordered, customer service, pre-wedding consultations/advice, wedding day coverage, post wedding production and service, and parent communication. It's a large investment on both the part of the client as well as the photographer.
KP: How did you get into the wedding industry?
LN: I assisted a wedding photographer for fun in college, while living in Boston. I fell in love with being part of weddings and having the honor ofbeing present with a camera.
KP: Tell me one wedding vendor other than in your industry you highly
recommend? Why?
LN: I always recommend a lighting designer - the best one in Philadelphia being Eventions Productions. I think that if you have a certain budget set aside for decor, it's worth considering placing a portion towards lighting. Nothing beats walking into a beautifully lit room.
KP: Tell me one wedding vendor in your industry you highly recommend? Why?
LN: I love the work of my own wedding photographer, Anna Kuperberg. She is very creative and her work has a great sense of humor and is wonderful at telling stories of relationships through imagery.
KP: Favorite wedding story- funny or serious
LN: Not sure if it's my favorite but it's pretty funny and makes a good story. I was photographing a wedding a few years ago in Carmel, California when this guy in the ceremony crowd looks really familiar to me. I think it's no big deal, that he must have been at a previous wedding I photographed and then I realize he's really staring at me for a long time. After the ceremony ends he walks up to me and addresses me by my maiden name. It was then I realized I went to junior prom with him my freshman year of high school! He went to college with the groom. It was a big joke amongst the guys for the rest of the evening. I'm from Massachusetts so it was pretty hilarious to not see him for 12 years and then run into him while working a wedding in California.
KP: What other part of the industry would you not want to work in? Why?
LN: Wedding coordination - it just takes a special level of patience that I'm not sure I have. When conflict arises, I can hide behind my camera!
KP: What differentiates you from the rest of your industry peers?
LN: I think that there is a lot of emphasis on trash the dress, high fashion, cutting edge trends in the industry and I still love a classic beautiful portrait and a well composed moment captured. To me, wedding photography should be timeless... And I believe a great moment composed beautifully with stunning lighting will never go out of style.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Rainy Day Weddings No. 10
Geneve Hoffman Photography
Kate and Paul made the rain a wedding guest at their September soiree! The only time it didn't downpour the entire day, was the brief 10 minutes of their ceremony. As a photographer, I embrace rainy, atmospheric days. It creates a mood that is better than any Hollywood backdrop. And of course, this is the North Atlantic seacoast...so why not!
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Kate and Paul made the rain a wedding guest at their September soiree! The only time it didn't downpour the entire day, was the brief 10 minutes of their ceremony. As a photographer, I embrace rainy, atmospheric days. It creates a mood that is better than any Hollywood backdrop. And of course, this is the North Atlantic seacoast...so why not!
click to enlarge image
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Rainy Day Weddings Part 9
John Santerre
For many brides, talking about rain on their wedding day is tantamount to heresy and it is something that photographers and wedding planners do only with great trepidation. But my best story came from an urban, sophisticated NYC bride. Concerned how she might respond I gingerly said, “You know, we really should make some plans in case the predicted rains come in.” To my surprise her face lit up and she beamed. Her response (and I quote) was, “Oh don’t you worry. I just bought the most fabulous pair of Pink Galoshes!”(Hence the blog)
Umbrellas are beautiful. The light as it breaks through clouds is spectacular. Think of bright white umbrellas over your bridal party. Rainy wedding photography almost always has a unique and distinct quality that will make you photos stand out.
Just remember to protect your shoes.
For many brides, talking about rain on their wedding day is tantamount to heresy and it is something that photographers and wedding planners do only with great trepidation. But my best story came from an urban, sophisticated NYC bride. Concerned how she might respond I gingerly said, “You know, we really should make some plans in case the predicted rains come in.” To my surprise her face lit up and she beamed. Her response (and I quote) was, “Oh don’t you worry. I just bought the most fabulous pair of Pink Galoshes!”(Hence the blog)
Umbrellas are beautiful. The light as it breaks through clouds is spectacular. Think of bright white umbrellas over your bridal party. Rainy wedding photography almost always has a unique and distinct quality that will make you photos stand out.
Just remember to protect your shoes.
Rainy Day Weddings Part 8
Kim Chapman
Don't be afraid of the RAIN! They can be some of the most SPECTACULAR shots! Do be prepared with several matching umbrellas for the wedding party! Be daring! Run out into the rain! Catch the rainbow if you can!!
Rainy Day Weddings Part 7
Jules Bianchi
If there is rain on your wedding day, don’t be afraid to go outside! It doesn’t have to be for very long, but dark clouds and a big umbrella to cozy up with your honey under make for some really dramatic photographs. When it rains, its possible to get cool reflections in puddles or wear funky galoshes with your gown! Rain doesn’t have to ruin your day – let your photographer use it to get really creative shots for you.
If there is rain on your wedding day, don’t be afraid to go outside! It doesn’t have to be for very long, but dark clouds and a big umbrella to cozy up with your honey under make for some really dramatic photographs. When it rains, its possible to get cool reflections in puddles or wear funky galoshes with your gown! Rain doesn’t have to ruin your day – let your photographer use it to get really creative shots for you.
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