1st day as an assistant to a wedding photographer

Any tips?

I am not a second shooter, purely an assistant.

She hasn't really given me any guidance so any and all tips are appreciated!

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FlyingPhotog wrote in post #12139926
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+1, make sure you do not get in the way! I cant stress that enough! She is prime and you are secondary be creative and get the shots she would miss while she is paying attention to the bride and groom get some candid shots. Get shots of their parents and family etc.

Just in the back of your head keep reminding yourself that the same shots will not do anyone any good. Help out with the equipment and enjoy the rest

I get the impression that the OP won't be shooting 2nd. Just assisting.

Whoops my bad read the OP again! Still good advice

Follow her around, get her some water when you get to the reception, stay off your phone, carry her stuff, keep in the background. Anything she asks you, say yes and do it quickly.

Do what she asks you to do, and do it quickly. If you don't know or anrent sure how to something, ask.... Don't guess and take the risk of ruining any shots.

Say yes ma'am every time she opens her mouth. It'd be hard since this is your first one but try to anticipate the situation; where will the gear need to be, is this a down moment when she could have a drink, does she realize that the dress or veil is not hanging straight, etc. And do much more listening than talking.

Thanks everyone for your advice. I am really excited and nervous about it. I haven't started a new job in over 8 years!

And try not to drop things she has you hold, thats a biggie!

Ask if you are responsible for keeping her gear from being stolen, and make sure it doesn't.