Creative video & A Plus photography

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

When interviewing a videographer, ask to see examples of his or her work. Examine the approach and style of the videographer as well as the sound quality and picture clarity. Of utmost importance is the quality of the editing. Keep these thoughts in mind: What video format is offered? The formats in order of preference (lowest quality to highest) are VHS, 8mm, Hi8, and SVHS. You should insist that the video be shot at the highest available speed. Does the artist provide lighting, or does he rely on available light? What are the charges for extra time or extra tape? Will the videographer have available back-up equipment in the event difficulties are encountered? Can a photographic /videographic collage be provided? Is a choice of background music, where appropriate, available? Are title screens provided? How many cameras will be covering the events? Has the videographer had experience in conducting interviews? --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Which Photos To Take?

Here's a BIG list of photographs that your photographer can take at your wedding. You can just print out the page, check off the pictures that you want and then give the list to your photographer. Also, be sure to highlight any particular pictures that you absolutely don't want your photographer to miss! HINT: Full length pictures capture all the beauty and magnificence of the wedding dress, wedding attire and beautiful scenery or backdrops. Close-up or half length (above the waist) photographs better capture facial expressions and reveal more emotion. Print this page out. Check off the the pictures which you think is essential for your wedding.

The Bride

___ Bride dressing for wedding
___ Mother helping bride put on veil
___ Bride looking in mirror
___ Bride putting on garter
___ Bride - Full Length
___ Bride - Half Length
___ Bride - Close Up

___ Bride with mother - Full Length
___ Bride with mother - Close Up
___ Bride with father - Full Length
___ Bride with father - Close Up
___ Bride pinning on father's boutonniere
___ Bride with Both Parents - Full Length
___ Bride with Parents - Close Up
___ Bride with Grandparents - Full Length
___ Bride with Grandparents - Close Up


___ Bride with sisters - Full Length
___ Bride with sisters - Close Up
___ Bride with brothers - Full Length
___ Bride with brothers - Close Up
___ Bride with immediate family
___ Bride with Maid of Honor- Full Length
___ Bride with Maid of Honor - Close Up
___ Bride with her attendants - Full Length
___ Bride with her attendants - Close Up
___ Bride & flower girl/ring bearer
___ Father helping bride out of limo

The Groom

___ Groom - Full Length
___ Groom - Half Length
___ Groom - Close Up
___ Groom putting on bow tie
___ Groom with mother - Full Length
___ Groom with mother - Close Up
___ Groom with father - Full Length
___ Groom with father - Close Up
___ Groom with Parents - Full Length
___ Groom with Parents - Close Up
___ Groom with Grandparents - Full Length
___ Groom with Grandparents - Close Up


___ Groom with sisters - Full Length
___ Groom with sisters - Close Up
___ Groom with brothers - Full Length
___ Groom with brothers - Close Up
___ Groom with Immediate Family


___ Groom & Best Man - Full Length
___ Groom with Best Man - Close Up
___ Groom & Best Man shaking hands
___ Groom & Groomsmen - Full Length
___ Groom & groomsmen - Close Up

Ceremony

___ Grandparents being seated
___ Groom's parents being seated
___ Bride's parents being seated
___ Flower girl walking down aisle
___ Ring Bearer walking down aisle
___ Bridesmaids walking down aisle
___ Maid of Honor walking down aisle
___ Father walking Bride down aisle
___ Father giving bride away
___ Bride & Groom at alter
___ Bride & Groom exchanging vows
___ Bride & Groom exchanging rings
___ Bride & Groom lighting candle
___ Bride & Groom - the kiss
___ Bride & Groom walking down aisle


___ Pictures of receiving line
___ Bride & Groom exiting church
___ Bride & Groom getting into limo
___ Bride & Groom's first toast in limo

Formal Pictures

___ Bride & Groom Kissing
___ Bride & Groom - Full Length
___ Bride & Groom - Half Length
___ Bride & Groom - Close Up
___ Bride & Groom "gazing" at each

other

___ Bride & Groom looking out window
___ Bride & Groom holding hands
___ Close-up of rings
___ Bride & Groom with Bride's parents
___ Bride & Groom with Groom's parents
___ Bride and Groom with Bride's extended family
___ Bride and Groom with Groom's extended family

Reception

___ Parents being announced
___ Wedding Party being announced
___ Bride & Groom being announced
___ Bride & Groom's first dance
___ Wedding party dancing
___ Bride's dance with father
___ Groom's dance with mother
___ Best Man toasting Bride & Groom
___ Bride & Groom with Champagne glasses
___ Bride & Groom's kiss after the toast


___ Wedding Cake
___ Bride & Groom cutting cake
___ Bride feeding Groom
___ Groom feeding Bride
___ Kiss after cutting cake
___ Bride tossing bouquet
___ Groom taking off garter
___ Guests dancing
___ Bride & Groom's last dance

Other

___ Close up of invitation
___ Bride or Groom with special friends
___ Bride or Groom with special relatives
___ Picture of band or DJ


-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Before or After??
When to Take Your Formal Photographs
Many of today’s brides are throwing tradition (and superstition) to the wind and having their formal pictures taken before the ceremony.
There are many reasons why brides are following this recent trend:
It allows the couple more time to enjoy family and friends. The reception goes by so fast that you want to enjoy every moment with those that came to celebrate with you.
You get to enjoy the cocktail reception, which many brides and grooms miss completely because of the picture taking.
Brides also like this option because their hair and make-up looks fresh (no tears and no smudges). I’ve also heard several brides and grooms comment that after the pictures were done, they really appreciated having the chance to share a few moments alone with each other before the ceremony. One bride said that those few intimate moments with the groom was one of her most ere so precious memories of the entire wedding.
Now, what about missing out on that special moment when the bride and groom see each other for the first time as the bride walks down the aisle? I spoke with one groom who said that even though he saw his fiancée beforehand during the pictures, when the music started and he saw his beautiful bride walking down the aisle, his heart started pounding and it was a feeling like he had never experienced before.
There are still some brides that want the excitement and anticipation of that magical moment when the groom will cast his eyes upon the beautiful bride for the first time as she glides gracefully down the aisle. Well, I must admit that I’ve always shared this romantic notion, but I’ve heard so much feedback from brides that said they were glad they did it before, that I’m considering changing my mind…but not yet convinced!

Nancy Perry
Publisher of USABride

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