Wedding coming up and I can't use flash......help?
Feb 8, 2012 19:26:58 #
I am taking pictures at my sisters wedding in May 2012 and I don't know what to do because I am not aloud to use my flash. I have always used it before and I have no idea what to do. Any suggestions?
Feb 8, 2012 19:42:25 #
What camera and lenses do you have? A "fast" lens and moderate ISO (1240-1600) settings usually work well.
Feb 8, 2012 20:00:08 #
Are you THE wedding photographer? The one and only? The one who will take images they will want for years to come? Just askin'.
Feb 8, 2012 20:02:14 #
CaptainC wrote:
Are you THE wedding photographer? The one and only? The one who will take images they will want for years to come? Just askin'.
I was wondering the same thing.
Feb 8, 2012 20:03:26 #
Tell us more...
Evening time. As in dark?
Afternoon? Windows? Lots of windows?
Tripod may be very helpful for you....
Evening time. As in dark?
Afternoon? Windows? Lots of windows?
Tripod may be very helpful for you....
Feb 8, 2012 20:07:09 #
I have a nikon d3000 and it come with a 18-55mm lens + I have a 55-200mm lens (nikkor)
Feb 8, 2012 20:08:09 #
Feb 8, 2012 20:10:12 #
MWAC wrote:
I was wondering the same thing.
CaptainC wrote:
Are you THE wedding photographer? The one and only? The one who will take images they will want for years to come? Just askin'.
I was wondering the same thing.
Me 2
Feb 8, 2012 20:11:20 #
Nope just my sister's and hopefully will get some more. I have done about a dozen or so for free, but would like to start making money Mr. smarty pants!
Feb 8, 2012 20:13:29 #
Billie34 wrote:
I have a nikon d3000 and it come with a 18-55mm lens + I have a 55-200mm lens (nikkor)
Not to be harsh but you are going to have a real hard time shooting a church wedding with these two kit lenses and no flash. I don't think they are fast enough (someone will correct me if I am wrong).
Feb 8, 2012 20:46:04 #
I won't know the lighting situation until I go there in March. So, I don't know if it has a lot of natural light in it or not. I would just drive there to find out, but it's like over 2 hours away. I know there is a way to do it. I just hope someone will help me that knows what they are talking about.
Feb 8, 2012 20:50:37 #
Up all of yours. I never said anything at all even close to saying that I was the one and the only wedding photographer or anything, I was just asking what I should do because I DONT KNOW. I thought that was what this forum was for anyways.
Feb 8, 2012 20:53:01 #
Feb 8, 2012 20:57:35 #
You are gonna need way faster lenses. Maybe you could rent one or two, there are several places online that rent. Do a google search.
Why not call the church and make an appointment to check the place out? If they don't allow flash, they may not allow tripods either. Take your camera and make a day of it. Try test shots inside and out so you know what you are getting into. Scout out other nearby places to shoot the new couple. This scouting trip could be a interesting and informative day, if you approach it with the right attitude.
You might even be able to give your photos as a wedding gift.
Just a few suggestions...
Eric
Why not call the church and make an appointment to check the place out? If they don't allow flash, they may not allow tripods either. Take your camera and make a day of it. Try test shots inside and out so you know what you are getting into. Scout out other nearby places to shoot the new couple. This scouting trip could be a interesting and informative day, if you approach it with the right attitude.
You might even be able to give your photos as a wedding gift.
Just a few suggestions...
Eric
Feb 8, 2012 20:58:59 #
Billie34 wrote:
Up all of yours. I never said anything at all even close to saying that I was the one and the only wedding photographer or anything, I was just asking what I should do because I DONT KNOW. I thought that was what this forum was for anyways.
WOW aren't you just a bundle of sweetness... yep that makes me want to help you.
I'm sorry but I think shooting a wedding (even for your sister) isn't a great idea when you only have two kit lenses and your not sure how to pull it off when you can't use a flash. I'm all for learning, but do it as a second shooter to a seasoned professional, get your feet wet that way. Don't take the chance of ruining someone's wedding photos because you "think" you can do it.
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