Oh my; why we network, have assistants/second shooters and insurance.
May 31, 2016 21:54:49 #
Posted this weekend by a friend named Katie DeWinter. Thankfully, everything worked out. She was able to procure backup equipment.
"GR area photogs!! My cousin just called me and he's at a wedding at Aquinas College in Grand Rapids. The photographer just fell into a pool with both of her cameras and they are in need of a backup / equip for photographer ASAP. The wedding ceremony is at 1 they are trying to do bridal party pictures right now. If anybody happens to be available and is close to Aquinas College please call or text me 269-680-7678 immediately. Thanks!"
"GR area photogs!! My cousin just called me and he's at a wedding at Aquinas College in Grand Rapids. The photographer just fell into a pool with both of her cameras and they are in need of a backup / equip for photographer ASAP. The wedding ceremony is at 1 they are trying to do bridal party pictures right now. If anybody happens to be available and is close to Aquinas College please call or text me 269-680-7678 immediately. Thanks!"
Jun 1, 2016 07:04:51 #
I have done one or two wedding by pools. I have warned my assistants before they take a sep, when they are within 6 feet of the pool, pick you head up and look before you step. But............things happen. Wonder if someone caught her going for a dip?
PS, this is why I also bring backup to the two cameras I carry. Something alot of the brides I send quote to don't seem to appreciate. Not to mention my two assistants carry full frames. I would just take one of their's away and use it myself.
PS, this is why I also bring backup to the two cameras I carry. Something alot of the brides I send quote to don't seem to appreciate. Not to mention my two assistants carry full frames. I would just take one of their's away and use it myself.
Jun 1, 2016 10:14:31 #
Bobbee wrote:
I have done one or two wedding by pools. I have wa... (show quote)
Absolutely crucial to have back ups, you just never know....
Jun 1, 2016 11:32:54 #
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Jun 1, 2016 13:22:16 #
I stopped using my dual sling strap not too long ago, for the very same reason. Not that I fell in a pool, but a friend of mine did, and ended up dunking both cameras. Even though we have to run back and forth to switch out cameras sometimes, I think that's better than losing everything. Not so worried about my equipment, as I would be about missing part of a wedding.
I did about fall down a spiral staircase 2 years ago, (banged my Sigma 50-150 2.8 against a stone wall) and that still didn't wise me up about carrying all my stuff at once. Water is even more unforgiving than stone when it comes to electronics.
I did about fall down a spiral staircase 2 years ago, (banged my Sigma 50-150 2.8 against a stone wall) and that still didn't wise me up about carrying all my stuff at once. Water is even more unforgiving than stone when it comes to electronics.
Jun 1, 2016 13:54:09 #
bkyser wrote:
I stopped using my dual sling strap not too long a... (show quote)
I was doing the single camera, backup in the Pelican, and switching lens. What a pain. Then i got a third camera and just dropped and picked up either/or. That was making me miss shots. The only thing I find on the harness is 26 pounds for 7-9 hours.
Jun 4, 2016 08:03:08 #
I am doing a wedding at the zoo today. Yes, I have thought about what I may back into ... Fortunately, just giraffes and wildebeests next to where the ceremony is taking place.
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