For questions pertaining to wedding photography.
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How do I go about becoming a second shooter for a wedding photographer?
Okay, I'd like to get to know more about photography, but not in a super serious way. In particular, I'd like to find a few photographers that I could offer to be second shoot, so I can improve my ...
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How hard would be photographing a wedding with just prime lens?
I was recently asked to photograph my cousin's wedding - ceremony at the church, some outside shots at the nearby park, maybe some shots at the reception.
Since my photography-related budget is right ...
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2answers
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How do I prepare best for my first wedding photography event?
I am going to shoot a wedding this weekend, and I want to do my best for my friend's big day.
What can I do to prepare for the day in order to minimize failures and mistakes?
How do I avoid missing ...
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Tips for photographing a wedding
I guess this comes up for most of us that are known by friends as "the photographer"... I've been asked to be the official photographer at a wedding.
I think I have the equipment sorted. I have my ...
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5answers
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How do you determine how much to ask for when someone wants you to photograph a wedding?
I've been asked to shoot a wedding for money, which would be the first time that I've had such an opportunity. I've taken pictures at three prior weddings, two as the main photographer, but not while ...
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4answers
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Should I have a wedding contract provision for actions outside my control?
Should I have a provision in my weddings contracts that covers actions which are outside of my control? For instance, how to deal with wedding guests who 'play photographer' and may interfere with a ...
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Which one wide-medium lens to buy as the main lens for an outdoor wedding?
I have my first solo wedding gig coming up and I'd love recommendations for almost any lens (under $1500, preferably) to go on my 7D. My Sigma wide-angle is basically no longer usable. I have some ...
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Will a prime lens help me get better portraits at a wedding?
I have a Canon 600D with the EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS lens. I have a friend's wedding coming soon, and I'm not sure if my zoom lens will do a good job or not. I was thinking of buying a prime lens so ...
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How to accurately / competitively price prints when digital images are already paid for?
My wife is a wedding and fashion photographer (as well as some family and maternity). We've been traditionally giving our High Res images as a part of the package price to our customers. Now that ...
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4answers
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How do I choose a professional photographer for my wedding or newborn?
I recently got married, and new what I wanted in a photography. Cost was a big concern, so I spent some time on Craigslist reviewing the websites of the various "pros" that posted there. Most were ...
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1answer
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How do I photograph a wedding in the rain?
I've shot weddings before, but being in Minnesota they almost always have an indoor venue available due to the long cold winters that we have. I am coming up on a wedding that I will likely be ...
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What Canon lenses do you suggest for wedding photography on a tight budget?
I am new to photography. I have Canon 1000d (with 18 -55 mm lens). My basic interest is wedding photography.
I am planning to get a prime and a telephoto lens. So, my dilemma is:
Should I go for ...
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2answers
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Are photo releases necessary when using event photos in my portfolio?
Do I need to get photo releases from people in the images I capture at public events?
For example, do I need photo releases from all wedding guests pictured in order to use my photos for ...
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1answer
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How to become a wedding photographer?
I'm trying to break into the wedding business. I already have great equipment, etc but how do you build your portfolio? Especially if you live in a new state with very few contacts?
