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Archive for November 2008
Timing an Essential Ingredient for great wedding photography
November 24, 2008
Every couple wants to have great photographs on their wedding day. To accomplish this it is important that you run on time!!!!!
To achieve great wedding photographs Newcastle photographer Petti Anastasi says…” time has to be on our side…to work out the best lighting in the current location and establish what shots will be done at that particular time, as well as leaving enough time to capture all the formalities as well as the more relaxed images”
To help with your planning remember:
- Make sure you leave ample time for hair and make-up to be done. If your hairdresser or make-up artist is not given enough time this affects the whole day. Petti Anastasi say’s……..”When your photographer arrives your hair and makeup must be finished….especially the brides!”
- Allow 20 minutes for getting into your dress….especially if it has a lace up back or tons of buttons!!!
- Have an itinerary of how the day will proceed….and stick to it!!
- Allow 15 – 20 minutes for formal family photographs.
- Keep in mind that travel time must be incorporated into how long your location shoot will go for. It is wise to use locations within close proximity of your Ceremony and Reception.
Stick to the above guidelines and your photographer will have a better chance of getting plenty of images!!!
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Tags: Why having a Family Portrait done is important
November 22, 2008
Everyone has a camera and happy snaps of family and friends are a must for every household. There is nothing better than taking photographs at a party, birthday or an event where your favourite people are at and looking back on these. They serve as captured moments in a lifetime and become treasured as time passes.Having family portraits done by a photographer has it’s place as well. Firstly – it gives you images of how your family was at a particular time…..like when you have little ones…that time is so precious and babies grow and change so quickly. How important does that image become in years to come? Also how often are you all as a family able to be in the photographs at any one time?
Newcastle photographer Petti Anastasi says ” A family portrait every so often is a must as it captures time which has passed and you never get that time back…..but when it is photographed families or children are shown as how they were at the time. Newcastle has so many beautiful locations for portraits to be done….we have beautiful beaches and great parks and rolling hills….portraits are a definate must for any family”
Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP)
November 20, 2008
Photography By Petti
How do you know if a photographer is a “working professional photographer” and not someone who has purchased a camera and thought ” Hey – I might become a photographer”. Being a member of the AIPP assures you as the consumer that your chosen photographer works to the highest standard set by their industry peers and practices quality business practises and of course is artistically creative in the field of photography.
Be sure to enlist a photographer that is part of the AIPP as they have met a strict criteria to be accepted as a member….that way you can rest easy that they will do the right thing by you and if they don’t….well….you have an industry body who you as the consumer can voice your opinion to!!!
How do you find the right wedding photographer?
November 20, 2008
So you are on the hunt for a wedding photographer….By now you have probably realised that the task can be confusing as no two photographers offer the same thing. How do I choose a wedding photographer who will give me what I want and can visualise the day as I see it?
Unless… you know exactly what you are looking for it can take months of searching. So, take 5 minutes and ask yourself-
How much do I value photography and what does it mean to me? …Do I want the whole day recorded including the Reception or just part of the day?
Am I confortable in front of the camera? Do I prefer to have a more informal approach to my wedding photography where I don’t really know I am being photogarpherd? Do we enjoy being in front of the camera? Do I want formal photographs of family and friends taken?
Do I want an “pre-wedding shoot” done prior to the wedding? Would I be more comfortable in front of the camera if we did this prior to the big day?
What type of location shoot do I want?…… Beachside? Manicured Grounds? old buildings? Indoors? Car Photo’s? all?
Do I want photographs showing the two of us only – a more intimate location shoot or do I want my bridal party to join me to mix it up a little?
After the wedding day what do I want? A Proof book? Album? Story-book? digital files? frame? canvas? …
Should I consider parent albums as a “thankyou” to our families?
Knowing your own answers to at least half of those questions will help you make the right choice for you and which photogarpher will suit you and your wedding!!
Top tips for great wedding photos
November 20, 2008
Photography By Petti
Photography By Petti
Make the most of your wedding photographer
This is a day that will never be repeated, so you need someone who can capture the best moments without cutting anyone’s head off or giving you ‘red eye’. It’s important to have a true professional photographer.
Relationships matter
Whoever you book to take your wedding photographs will be spending a substantial amount of time with you on the best day of your lives, so you must get on with him or her. ‘You should feel confident and relaxed in their presence. Even if they are the best photographer in the world, if you don’t feel comfortable it will be reflected in the final images.
Check the small print
Once you’ve found the perfect photographer, get your booking in writing. Check the small print and make sure you know exactly what you’re getting for your money. Always receive quote’s in writing and discuss all options and upgrades prior to the day. This will limit any hidden costs or surprises after the wedding!
Decide what they should do
A good professional photographer will use his or her creative and technical skills to get the best results as quickly, smoothly and tactfully as possible, but discuss the role you want your photographer to take on your wedding day. Do you want him or her to control events or blend into the background?
Know your budget
If your wedding photographs matter to you, skimping may not pay. ‘People often make the mistake of thinking that all photographers are the same, but the photographic quality and style can vary enormously. Petti Anastasi knows wedding photography is one area where you really do get what you pay for. ” I often hear where couple’s after the wedding say they were disappointed with their wedding portfolio and 9 times out of 10 it is because they went for the cheapest option.”
Details, Details, Details
You have spent a long time and gone to a great expense finding the right dress, creating the right look, designing the invitations, decorating, flower arrangements, applying the right look, etc, you’ll want these little details captured too. A good photographer will make a point of making sure they have captured as much as possible.
Finally, the best advice any couple can take is try and relax in front of the camera. If you’re not used to smiling and posing, grab a mirror and spend a few minutes practising until you find a smile or an expression you can live with. If you look and feel comfortable, your photos are bound to be awesome!