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Nov 9, 2013 11:24:08   #
billybob40
 
EZ UP TENT.

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Nov 9, 2013 11:34:56   #
Weddingguy Loc: British Columbia - Canada
 
billozz wrote:
sorry to keep asking questions can anyone suggest a strategy for taking pics at a wedding when the weather is awful, supposed to be raining here, so not sure what to do
apprecaite the help
Bill


As a back-up for bad weather we usually make arrangement for the bridal party and the family to go back into the church after the guests have left, where we do our formals. A couple of off-camera flashes with umbrellas, soft boxes or Lite-Scoops will do a great job. Extra flash units would be helpful if you wish to light the background for depth and interest. That set-up is a separate subject that I don't believe could be taught here.

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Nov 9, 2013 11:38:45   #
Weddingguy Loc: British Columbia - Canada
 
hlmichel wrote:
Here is one that answers you question.

But if they know that the weather is going to be awful wouldn't they want to hold it indoors?

http://photographyconcentrate.com/photographers-guide-shooting-rain/


There was no mention of the wedding being outside . . . :shock:

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Nov 9, 2013 11:39:13   #
Weddingguy Loc: British Columbia - Canada
 
billozz wrote:
what studio?


:thumbup:

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Nov 9, 2013 11:40:06   #
Weddingguy Loc: British Columbia - Canada
 
Pablo8 wrote:
Now you know why this WORK is left to an Experienced Professional Photographer.


This response really helps doesn't it?????

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Nov 9, 2013 11:43:36   #
Weddingguy Loc: British Columbia - Canada
 
cthahn wrote:
If you were a photographer, you would know what to do. You do not say what camera you are using, the lens, lighting equipment, spare camera, helper. Too many envision themselves being a wedding photographer. This is a one time only affair. You can not do it over again. You are expected to product quality photos. Do you have a contract that specifies what is expected of you? Tell them to hire a wedding photographer, and if they complain what a photographer charges, then they have a problem. No one can tell you how to shoot a wedding. It takes experience, not an exotic camera with a bunch of zoom lenses.
If you were a photographer, you would know what to... (show quote)


Very helpful information for solving the rainy day shoot. If you don't have some constructive advice . . . why bother? I believe the OP was asking for help . . not a lecture on why he/she shouldn't get some advice on doing it better.

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Nov 9, 2013 13:05:26   #
jeep_daddy Loc: Prescott AZ
 
billozz wrote:
sorry to keep asking questions can anyone suggest a strategy for taking pics at a wedding when the weather is awful, supposed to be raining here, so not sure what to do
apprecaite the help
Bill


Indoor wedding use a fast lens since flash isn't going to be permitted in most cases. Outside use an off camera flash and possibly a good slave flash too boot.

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Nov 9, 2013 15:29:39   #
nekon Loc: Carterton, New Zealand
 
billozz wrote:
what studio?


For outside shots, if that turns out to be the situation, hopefully for short spells, set white balance to shade, (6500-8000 Kelvin) for warmer images.

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Nov 9, 2013 15:33:38   #
nekon Loc: Carterton, New Zealand
 
cthahn wrote:
If you were a photographer, you would know what to do. You do not say what camera you are using, the lens, lighting equipment, spare camera, helper. Too many envision themselves being a wedding photographer. This is a one time only affair. You can not do it over again. You are expected to product quality photos. Do you have a contract that specifies what is expected of you? Tell them to hire a wedding photographer, and if they complain what a photographer charges, then they have a problem. No one can tell you how to shoot a wedding. It takes experience, not an exotic camera with a bunch of zoom lenses.
If you were a photographer, you would know what to... (show quote)


What an asshole response-what's wrong with giving helpful suggestions?

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Nov 9, 2013 19:04:40   #
Weddingguy Loc: British Columbia - Canada
 
nekon wrote:
What an asshole response-what's wrong with giving helpful suggestions?


:thumbup: :thumbup:

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Nov 9, 2013 19:31:57   #
dfchief7
 
Have been doing beach weddings for about ten years. Always, always tell your clients to have a secondary plan if it rains or snows.
No photographer is going to risk very expensive equipment to photograph one single wedding. Have a backup plan and watch the weather ahead of time.
Tom

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Nov 10, 2013 10:57:14   #
billozz Loc: Birmingham, England
 
Weddingguy wrote:
Very helpful information for solving the rainy day shoot. If you don't have some constructive advice . . . why bother? I believe the OP was asking for help . . not a lecture on why he/she shouldn't get some advice on doing it better.


thank you , yes all i wanted was a little help in certain areas not people telling me not to do it when its a day or two b4 the wedding

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Nov 10, 2013 11:02:31   #
Bobbee
 
billozz wrote:
thank you , yes all i wanted was a little help in certain areas not people telling me not to do it when its a day or two b4 the wedding


I did one and was doing a park setting with a gazebo. It was nice day but kind of brisk. After a while the party felt it. Made a mental note to have a plan B for indoors. well I did have a plan but in my ignorance I did not think it was that cold. Consider your party!!

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Nov 10, 2013 14:44:50   #
dfchief7
 
What an asshole you are. You snub nosed bastard.

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Nov 10, 2013 14:55:07   #
billozz Loc: Birmingham, England
 
dfchief7 wrote:
What an asshole you are. You snub nosed bastard.


who are you referring to?

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