1st and probably last wedding

[betacam]

well, I got asked to shoot my bosses daughters wedding last weekend. Despite telling him how unqualified I am to shoot it, lets just say it's what I would call "an offer you can't refuse". :cool:
To top it off it was both of his daughters getting married!!
So far, he's happy with the results, (thank god..I still have a job)
I just want to say to all the pro wedding photographers out there...I applaud you.
Here's a few shots from the event.
http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h203/betacam99/IMG_1635_800x600-1.jpg
http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h203/betacam99/alissa_768.jpg
http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h203/betacam99/IMG_1788.jpg
http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h203/betacam99/IMG_2052_alt-1.jpg

[sm1rf]

These shots are great, why you dislike it so much? Shooting weddings i mean

[Lorek]

nice pics but I understand your feelings/stress. You did it very well.

[snavlee]

very nice. Can you share with me how to create those style of borders. When I apply a grid in photoshop, I don't know how to get the inner border thin as you have here. feel free to PM if you like. I would appreciate the help.

[Saralonde]

Very nice shots. DId you dislike it because of the stress of dealing with your boss, or you just don't like wedding photography in general?

[joegolf68]

I thought you did GREAT! Wonderful job. Your boss should be happy. Whew!!!!!!!! :)

[Toogy]

I think you did a great job!! Better than my first wedding. What lens did you use for the first shot? It almost looks like a tilt shift lens or lensbaby. Or was that done in photoshop?

[betacam]

nice pics but I understand your feelings/stress. You did it very well.

Yes. Definately stressful. I brought the stress on myself by not being comfortable/experienced at it. I think Event photographers are like chess players...having to be 7 steps ahead all the time. Of course with experience the stress will be less, but I think I'll stick with taking pics of grass growing. :D

[betacam]

I think you did a great job!! Better than my first wedding. What lens did you use for the first shot? It almost looks like a tilt shift lens or lensbaby. Or was that done in photoshop?

Thanks Toogy. Yes. Was done in Photoshop. Lens was a 17-55 2.8. 20D.

[PuR HART]

i think they are awesome 1st what was the effect used in number one and second
what was you set up?
thanks for sharing

[PuR HART]

bahahah just posted and saw that

[MikeMcL]

I like those shots alot. very artistic, and romantic images. you definately "can" do it. but being able to do it and liking it are two very different things.

That offer you cant refuse thing... did he pay, or just threaten you? LOL





very nice. Can you share with me how to create those style of borders. When I apply a grid in photoshop, I don't know how to get the inner border thin as you have here. feel free to PM if you like. I would appreciate the help.


I can get this type of border by going Image-canvas size-.05 border white, then do it againa and add a 1.0 (relative) black border after that.

not the best explanation, but you will see what i mean.
good luck.

[jessiper]

I think they are great, and not even only for your first time. Would love to see more (especially B&G shots). You may want to consider a career change, but at least you still have your job. :)

[jessiper]

Oh yeah, cool effect on the first one!

[Glenn Wolsey]

These are amazing! Makes me want to get the 17-55 IS lens.

[mizuno]

I think you've done a great job. Actually, I think you have a future in wedding photography should you ever choose to have a crack at it.

[picturecrazy]

hey great job! You posted some very nice examples!

[amysquires]

last wedding .... no way! these shots are awesome! nice work!

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amy

[dave.richards]

I think you've done a great job. Actually, I think you have a future in wedding photography should you ever choose to have a crack at it.

I agree! Good stuff

[disneydork06]

nice job! great photos. don't know what ur so worried about.

[NBEast]

Beautiful job!

[TeeJay]

They look pretty good to me - lovely photo's!

[JaertX]

Looks great to me...I think your boss must know more about your abilities than you do!

[sapearl]

Very nicely done, and attractive photographs. If you stick with it I can only imagine you getting even better.

I can certainly understand the stress concept. Even after 30+ years of doing this, I always have a slight "edginess" going into each job, even though I love the work. But that's OK because it keeps me alert and on top of things.

Stress in this type of work gets reduced in time with confidence, experience and age. Remember, it is a "people" business that involves this technique called photography. But it is really more about how you interact with and relate to other individuals, capture their emotions, calm their nerves, put them at ease and make them look good. Don't give up yet - you may find yourself addicted like I did ;) - Stu

[Carzee]

last wedding .... no way! these shots are awesome! nice work!

fab-u-blog (http://homepage.mac.com/amysquires/iblog/index.html)
amy


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[CyberPet]

I think the three images shown here shows you have a great eye. You should try it again, now without the boss hanging over you. I assume it'll be less stressful actually the next time. Well done! :D

[david lee]

That first one is stunning!
Lovely colouring too.
I dont know what you do for a living but from this showing, you're in the wrong job.

[Kiddo]

Those are amazing!!! You did a great job!! I don't think that this will be your last one!

[betacam]

Those are amazing!!! You did a great job!! I don't think that this will be your last one!

I appreciate all the nice comments from many of you. Makes me feel a bit more at ease. Luckily I had two beautiful brides to shoot, which helps...and of course photoshop. :)

stu, your comments regarding 30+ years and still having that "edginess" when shooting a wedding was enlightening.

The good news is my boss doesn't have anymore daughters to marry off. The bad news is I have a difficult time saying "no".:oops:

Thanks again for all the nice comments and hope to learn lots more from you pros.

[sapearl]

Thank YOU - it's that sort of thing that keeps us on our toes, keeps us honest, and maintains a fresh outlook on each job. Once complacency and total relaxation sets in... well then maybe it's time to quit. ;)

But in the meantime, you may want to try your hand at some other social events to boost your confidence level - school plays, birthday parties, anniversaries, volunteer organization shoots... there's a whole raft of things you could try your hand at. Best wishes.

....stu, your comments regarding 30+ years and still having that "edginess" when shooting a wedding was enlightening. ......Thanks again for all the nice comments and hope to learn lots more from you pros.