What do you do to deal with sweat while shooting.

This may be the most humorous problem you see today, but it is real! lol

I know this sounds like a weird question ,and it may not even be an issue for some, but I sweat! I know I can't be the only one! I usually hang a black hand towel from my belt loop to use to wipe my brow. This month is extremely hot and I sweat heavy anyway. The last event I shot in 85+ weather, I was dripping sweat all over my camera. I was also constantly wiping my brow, which was annoying and I surely missed some shots because of it.

I was wondering... what about a plain black bandana? NOt one with a design on it. I HAVE to wear one when I workout or do any yard work bc it is so bad. I have 2 outdoor weddings AND receptions this weekend and it is supposed to be miserably hot out. I have 5 total this month. I would wear it folded wide across my forehead. It sounds trashy but I think it could look "dressy" when worn with my outfit. I would rather not but I almost have to. If I just use a towel to wipe my brow, it is like trying to wipe a faucet.

I guess I could get one and just see how it looks?

85 is cool mate. Just a normal day at the office over here.

memoriesoftomorrow wrote in post #17693410
85 is cool mate. Just a normal day at the office over here.

I'm asking about sweat management not what is or isn't "hot".
Thanks though

I think I'd have to see it. Obviously not ideal, but maybe passable depending on how, and likely more presentable than the sweat dripping in the eyes alternative.

travisvwright wrote in post #17693431
I think I'd have to see it. Obviously not ideal, but maybe passable depending on how, and likely more presentable than the sweat dripping in the eyes alternative.

That's kind of what I was thinking. I have had people comment on how "hard you must be working" based on them seeing me sweat. In my head I'm like ,"No, I am literally just standing here."

Take spare clothes and change when you need to. I sweat buckets, so do all the guests and everyone else at the wedding. I'm lucky though as I get the opportunity to change.

memoriesoftomorrow wrote in post #17693457
Take spare clothes and change when you need to. I sweat buckets, so do all the guests and everyone else at the wedding. I'm lucky though as I get the opportunity to change.

I don't really get a chance to change. I'm always working. I sweat so much I usually dont even have to go pee in 8-10hrs! Sometimes I stop to eat for about 5-10 minutes. During dinner I am usually getting more random shots of the venue. Changing wouldn't stop me from sweating profusely though. It's my forehead that sweats, not my pits or anything. Maybe a big air jordan headband? lol

Bandanas or headbands just dont fit the dress code for weddings. Rely on a towel or handkerchief for frequent brow wiping.

I just wear a headband that says "Photographer - Please Move", and that fixes 2 issues I have at weddings.

gonzogolf wrote in post #17693491
Bandanas or headbands just dont fit the dress code for weddings.

I know! Why do these things always have to be so "fancy!?"

Neither do jeans and hiking shoes apparently... Never stopped me

memoriesoftomorrow wrote in post #17693521
Neither do jeans and hiking shoes apparently... Never stopped me

I usually wear dress pants (very breathable), dress shoes, dress shirt tucked in, and a vest. NO tie, ever. I usually get compliments on being "sharply dress" but I am now rethinking the vest and dress shirt. Maybe a nice breathable golf polo instead. Leaving a good impression for future potential clients is important too. Just not sure how much of my own comfort I can sacrifice.

Polo shirts work well. I have around 10 all the same. All logoed up. A lot more practical.

I wouldn't be surprised if you could make a plain headband look tasteful enough for a wedding, especially given the circumstances. Maybe not the most formal weddings, but it's been my experience that outdoor weddings aren't typically the most formal, anyways.

Just my $.02. If I thought I was being handicapped by a dripping brow, I'd remedy the dripping brow.

Moving from the UK (75 on a hot day) to Central California (90+ May through September) and being a little on the heavy side I sweat non stop, use a small black golf towel and if I have the chance, change my shirt between the service and reception. Another handicap is being bald! Nothing to stop it pouring from the top of my head and straight down my face! Amazing how much sweat hair must of been stopping!