This practical guide addresses the skills photographers need to take wedding photographs that successfully capture the unique beauty of a couple's special day. Closely examined are techniques for posing the wedding party and guests to achieve a natural effect-from putting adults at ease to capturing and holding the attention of small children. Planning a shot list, organizing for efficiency, and mixing traditional and photojournalistic styles are covered in detail. Tips are provided for working unobtrusively during the ceremony, posing the couple together and separately, and selecting locations for outdoor shots. Lighting diagrams and technical notes are included for every image. Business advice on marketing, proof presentation, and creating personalized wedding albums rounds out this useful volume.
