Posted on January 16, 2011
Wedding planning season is in full swing! There are so many details to iron out and plan for. But, sometimes the smallest of details can make the most significant impact in your wedding photography. As a photographer, one of my greatest fears during a wedding shoot is a microphone. Just imagine….a beautiful beach or mountain meadow with the bride that spent so much time and effort on that amazing dress. The groom looking dapper. But, there, right smack dab between them stands a chrome-plated, 5 foot tall microphone stand with a huge black mic on it (and a long cable). Trust me….its horrible!
So, today’s pro tip is more of a suggestion…make it a REQUIREMENT! If your wedding needs a PA, please spend the extra cash and go wireless with lapel microphones. You will be so happy you did. Your images will be with you for life, so even your elderly self will thank you : )
Happy wedding planning!
Here, the officiant hides the mic behind her notes. A+ from the photographer!
Posted on January 15, 2011
What an absolutely amazing year 2010 was! As I look back, I am blown away by the incredible opportunities afforded me as a photographer by all the couples that chose me to be a part of their wedding. The year began with a BANG – two weddings in Florida and one in Hawaii, all within 3 weeks of each other. Then, just a few weeks later I was back in Florida on my favorite beach. Once the jet lag wore off, Summer was in full swing here in the Northwest and two local weddings got me acclimatized to the Oregon/Washington wedding scene. From amazing “Traditional American” weddings, a full-on Cambodian wedding, and a Chinese-themed wedding in the Bahamas, I learned an unbelievable amount this year!
Take a journey back through 2010 with me and check out my favorite shots from the year!
Posted on January 9, 2011
Yesterday I spent the day with Kara and Matt, venturing around (and up) Mount Hood. I know the outdoors is a core component of their lives, so it was vital to tightly integrate nature with the shoot. We started in Zigzag and ended up at Timberline Lodge after chaining up the car for the journey. The day ended with margaritas and burritos at a great local Mexican food joint. Check out some early previews from the shoot:
