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Professional Dress?
Mar 19, 2014 10:21:17 #
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Mar 19, 2014 10:23:59 #
CurreyPhoto
Loc: Reddick, Florida
W00F1 wrote:
About 90% of the time I wear black pants and a black shirt. I look at it as my "uniform." Most of the time I blend in with the crowd and still set apart as a person with a specific function at the event and guests often step aside for a moment to let me get my shot. That also gives me the range of motion that I want to have.
This is my standard dress also. I find a jacket and tie overly restrictive to the extent that it interfers with my work.
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Mar 19, 2014 10:26:28 #
After shuffling through a pile of candid wedding photos many years ago and repeatedly saw a poorly and brightly dressed photographer in the background, I decided to think about my professional look. I do a lot of event photography and recently shot my first wedding.
I wear comfortable black slacks, sturdy Naot black shoes, a knit grey (18% grey, of course!) blouse and a thin-knit dark sweater that covers my derriere. I don't wear scarves or necklaces that will get in my way. I style my hair so it's out of my eyes. I also make sure my nails are done, as guests, inevitably, ask to see their photo on the LCD screen.
I don't want to miss a shot because of clothing restrictions. One more thing. If you look like "the" professional photographer and not a guest, people are more likely to move when you tell them you need the prime shooting position.
I wear comfortable black slacks, sturdy Naot black shoes, a knit grey (18% grey, of course!) blouse and a thin-knit dark sweater that covers my derriere. I don't wear scarves or necklaces that will get in my way. I style my hair so it's out of my eyes. I also make sure my nails are done, as guests, inevitably, ask to see their photo on the LCD screen.
I don't want to miss a shot because of clothing restrictions. One more thing. If you look like "the" professional photographer and not a guest, people are more likely to move when you tell them you need the prime shooting position.
Mar 19, 2014 10:52:52 #
georgeschroeder wrote:
Out of respect for my clients and myself, I dress up.
Out of respect for my clients I get the shot. Too many photographers think they are a guest at the wedding. You are not a guest, you're an employee. An employee that has only one function, get the shots. If that means laying or kneeling on the ground, I can do that and not worry about messing up a tux, or a suite.
Mar 19, 2014 11:08:27 #
Did anyone ask the bride and groom what they thought? Maybe they didn't care what the photographers wore. If the bride and groom weren't concerned, then why should we be concerned?
just another way of looking at it.
just another way of looking at it.
Mar 19, 2014 11:13:06 #
Mark7829
Loc: Calfornia
sandyjstimson wrote:
Recently I attended two events where professional ... (show quote)
I think this is a personal hang up. Get over it. "When will we stop judging people by how they look as opposed to the product of their work?" This underlying phenomenon translates to other stereotypes, bias and bigotry that stifles America. Just take a look look at not only how you perceive clothes but other attributes such as weight, hair color, skin etc? None of this is relevant.
As a photographer, you must also realize that you are bending, stretching, hustling from one spot to another that you must have clothing that is comfortable.
Final point. If you did not stipulate attire as a requirement in your written agreement, then it is your fault.
Mar 19, 2014 11:15:35 #
Mark7829 wrote:
I think this is a personal hang up. Get over it. ... (show quote)
100% agree
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Mar 19, 2014 11:18:52 #
lukan
Loc: Chicago, IL
Mormorazzi wrote:
After shuffling through a pile of candid wedding p... (show quote)
I like the points you raise, and I'm sure you look good, and produce good work when you're shooting. Getting your nails done is a smart idea, and makes a very positive impression.
Mar 19, 2014 11:22:55 #
lukan
Loc: Chicago, IL
Mark7829 wrote:
I think this is a personal hang up. Get over it. ... (show quote)
I think dress/ personal apprearance is relevant to the point that one shouldn't show up and look slovenly. Dress to fit the event you're shooting, to the degree that you're not standing out due to your attire/ personal presentation. You've got to be able to move to get the shot (bend, stoop, kneel, etc.) so it helps to dress appropriately but not look slovenly.
Mar 19, 2014 11:33:29 #
boberic wrote:
Just noticed the title of this post. I don't think a male photographer has to wear a dress (a joke)
That would depend on the wedding - and the photographer. :D
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Mar 19, 2014 11:35:58 #
GlenW wrote:
Maybe a Kilt- If it's a Scottish or Irish wedding
Utilikilts are too casual.
Mar 19, 2014 11:39:28 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
Utilikilts are too casual.
Interesting. Probably not in the U. S.
Mar 19, 2014 11:48:19 #
Mark7829
Loc: Calfornia
lukan wrote:
I think dress/ personal apprearance is relevant to the point that one shouldn't show up and look slovenly. Dress to fit the event you're shooting, to the degree that you're not standing out due to your attire/ personal presentation. You've got to be able to move to get the shot (bend, stoop, kneel, etc.) so it helps to dress appropriately but not look slovenly.
The originator did not use the term "SLOVENLY". Again that is your own personal garbage. Now you're interjecting terms and words that the originator did NOT use to describe. You make my point, we now are adding images and making judgement that do not apply. The originator did not say they were "dirty", or "acted inappropriately". In fact the originator made no mention of the quality of their work. And it's that what it is all about???
The most successful and innovative companies in this world do not worry about attire at all. Get pass the superficial and get to the heart of the matter - the photographs.
Mar 19, 2014 12:08:45 #
As a female I can't photograph wearing a dress. I need to be able to move around and get down on my knees if needed. My standard attire for events is nice black jeans and a white Oxford shirt with clean black tennis shoes. That allows me to fade into the background and still look professional. I've not done any extremely formal events but if I did, I would first check with the hiring person to make sure what I plan on wearing would be okay.
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