Welcome to the forum, I am from Colonie, born and raised in Cohoes. Now retired and living in Florida. Love photography and this forum. Hope you learn a lot from very knowledgeable people.

Make sure you get the list of shots from the B&G before hand because at the wedding they will be busy with other things and they will not remember what they will want. And remember wat cost more the wedding gown or the flowers? Most of the cost of the gown is from the waist up so holding the flowers waist high will hide the gown.

Let the pro take most of the pictures but make sure that they know what pictures you would like them to take. Make sure you point out important people, like grand parents in and so fourth. Make sure she makes a list of shots she really wants long before the wedding and give it to the photographer before so he has time to look it over and appoint someone who knows everyone on the list who can gather the people for him. But most of all your daughter will know the shot she wants will be taken.
Of all this I wish your daughter has a great day. And you can enjoy the day without having to worry about missing any of the festivities. Don’t forget to bring a point and shoot for an occasional candid.

Have a great day,

Nature doesn’t wait for you, you wait for nature.

We tried a tablespoon of cinnamon and a teaspoon of brown sugar and they were great

Make sure that the list of special photos includes relatives and friends that the couple may have not seen in awhile and would like a photo of. Also think about the wedding dress where is all the cost above the waist or below, so don't cover that expense with a bouquet of flowers. Having the bride hold her flowers on her hip and having her turned at a slight angle will add to the composition. The fill flash practice was a great idea. And last but not least good luck with the men in the wedding, the ladies always want to be beautiful so normally they are co problem. Good luck and I know you will do just great.

With today's modern equipment almost anyone can take great pictures what separates the professional from the amateur is the lighting and the posing. Then volunteer at children's sports clubs or social organizations for their events. People have to know who you are and see your work before they will pay for it. But remember if they pay very little for your work the would hang it in the bathroom not the living room. Good luck!