YOU CAN'T AFFORD NOT TO!
WHETHER YOU USE OUR SERVICES OR ANOTHER FULL TIME PROFESSIONAL WE ADVISE YOU ALWAYS USE A PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT. Even if you take a time limited package such as we offer for £140.00 plus prints at £10.00 or £12.00 each. Your wedding day cannot be repeated. We carry insurance and special backup precautions to make sure your images are not damaged or lost, and of course if something goes wrong with equipment we carry duplicate cameras etc. Most amateurs will have lens that are rated at f5.6. professionals will use high quality prime or zoom lens with f2.8 or even f1.8. These lenses are expensive but make a difference and not only in low light. These top-shelf professional lenses designed for use at wide open apertures produce phenomenal sharpness at just one stop down at f/4, and some remain constant through the zoom range. Amateur series lenses that start at f/5.6 don’t reach their optimum performance until f/8 or so and by then focus subject distinction is lost. Also it is possible for anyone to make a mistake but we always manage to correct it by taking duplicate shots and not missing important shots. Your uncle may have an ex[ensive camera and lens, but that is not enough to guarantee 100% success. Don't take the chance phone us now.
Well we think you can now use a professional service with our prices starting at only £140.00 plus the cost of each print costing only £10.00, £12.00 or £20.00. The time allowed is for one venue and we promise a wide selection of photos for you to choose from, that will enable you to remember your special day forever. There are other packages designed to keep the cost down and keep the quality of photos to a very high standard for you to treasure and show to your grandchildren. Please phone and chat to us about your requirements. Maybe one of your guests can give you a present of the photo shoot and the guests can buy their own copies.
Book one of our less costly options and get your guests to take photos at the reception. On these pages we intend to include a simple guide to taking, editing and printing good photos. It is not comprehensive but it is a start. it may help any any guests taking casual photos on a simple camera. For more advanced photo taking we can meantime direct you to various websites.
1. When we take photos we try to frame the shot. Use the zoom control or better get in very close for a good portrait.
2. Include only the subject - missing out unwanted backgrounds etc.
3. Camera check. Set the camera correctly - red eye on and use the flash for 'fill in'.
Check the batteries, memory card and equipment before the start.
on DSLR cameras set the ISO and set the white balance as required.
4. Try to take from a different angle or turn the camera to portrait for variety.
5. Make sure you focus on the subject and not the background. Many modern cameras use predetermined settings for portrait, landscape etc. Have a look at this and decide on the depth of field. Even if you still use the automatic settings. You can for example blur the background by setting the program to 'portrait'. When used in automatic give the camera time to process; you may find if you are too quick for the camera the photo will be out of focus etc.
6. Aim at a neutral area (not a light area like the sky) lock the exposure by pressing half down on the shutter, then move the camera back to the subject.
7. Compose the photo by using the rule of thirds. Putting the subject 'off centre' can often produce a more interesting picture.
8. Watch out for bright sunlight and harsh shadows. We carry white umbrellas to soften shots of brides - not just for the rain.
9. It is very important to hold the camera steady or use a tripod - hold your breath for a fraction of a second then breath out and gently press the shutter. Use a tree or a wall to help steady the camera.
10. Don't be afraid to ask someone to move to get a good group photo. We are quite determined to do this if we think it is necessary.
THEN: Enjoy! (we do) Learn about your camera and what are its limits, such as the inbuilt flash. Then start using the post photo software supplied with your camera.
COMMENTS WELCOME - Is this advice of use to you?
Basically know your camera and your camera technicalities should be second nature and then you can concentrate on the shots you are taking.
IF YOU NEED HELP OR ADVICE PLEASE SEND A MESSAGE TO US. DELIGHTED TO HEAR FROM YOU.
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