Sorry for the lack of posts but I have been really busy recently.I'm just sticking up a shot from a recent wedding as its an image that I spotted as soon as I entered the hotel but had to wait about 5 hours for the ambient light to drop off.
Showing posts with label Wedding. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Wedding. Show all posts
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Recent Wedding
Sorry for the lack of posts but I have been really busy recently.I'm just sticking up a shot from a recent wedding as its an image that I spotted as soon as I entered the hotel but had to wait about 5 hours for the ambient light to drop off.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Different Wedding Photography Styles
Typically, your wedding day is one of the most important milestones in your life. You spend a fortune on flowers, stationery, dresses, a makeup artist, hotels and so much more. Your personality and style goes into those details. Whoever you are and what ever you like there is a wedding photographer out there for you.
Photographers come in many different personalities, sizes and styles. Some shoot in only one specific style and there are photographers who shoot in a variety of different styles. Then we have the real innovators who create their own style.
The most popular styles of wedding photography in today's market are as follows:
- Photojournalistic
- Traditional
- Illustrative
Lets take a look at each of these...
Photojournalistic
Wedding photojournalism is said to appeal to the bride and groom that require a series of unique photographs designed to "tell a story" or narrate their wedding day. Wedding photojournalism has become a very popular style of wedding photography and is the art of capturing moments unobtrusively. Normally you barely know that the photographer is there. Normally the photographer covers the wedding with a large telephoto lens (although not always) and tries not to get in the way of the story as it unfolds.
Wedding photojournalist's respond to events as they unfold, they do not manipulate or create events. The resulting images therefore can be unpredictable (as is life unpredictable), some consider this unpredictability as a drawback with this particular style. Personally I feel its not a drawback it's the beautiful aspect of this style, it really is a record of your day. The goal of Wedding Photojournalism is to tell the unique story of your wedding day. Wedding Photojournalism captures moments rather than poses, documenting the emotions and energy around the entire occasion. The images convey genuine emotion and capture the story of your day as it unfolds naturally.
Best in the world: Well for me its Jeff Ascough but many photographers will say Dennis Reggie. Dennis is the father of this style.
Read about Dennis here.
See some images from Jeff Ascough here.
Traditional
Traditional wedding photography is a photographic style that is a series of contrived posed or 'set up' photographs, usually of the wedding party and the couples' families. Traditional wedding photographers tend to follow a 'shot list'. Lighting and backgrounds are tightly controlled by the photographer resulting in well exposed images. The disadvantages of Traditional wedding photography could be issues like, the amount of time the Bride and Groom spend getting their photograph taken. Images can look visually pleasing but stiff due to their static and contrived nature and predictable.
The upside of traditional photography is that you end up a set of professional photographs of your family and loved ones.
Although Traditional wedding photography still has it's place in the modern photography world it is being pushed aside by more illustrative and photojournalist styles of shooting. You see more traditional photographers that are older and have been in the industry a long time and have not changed their ways or you will see it in the lower end beginners as it is any easy style of shooting that does not take much creative input. But be aware it still takes skill so don't be thinking anyone can do it well.
You probably don't want to rely too heavily on formal portraiture, however, or you will miss out on a lot of the energy, passion, and raw emotion surrounding your wedding. Most couples want to make sure to include some candid, photojournalistic photography in their wedding albums alongside the formal shots.
Best in the world: Well for me its Monte Zucker.
See some of his images here.
Illustrative
Wedding Photographers who shoot weddings in the Illustrative style, think in terms of design elements by placing their subjects in settings of interesting composition and backgrounds. This photography is usually a creative person who loves design and elements of color and texture. The photographer provides direction to their subject but they are also encouraged to interact. This results in a more spontaneous feel. Illustrative wedding photography is said to bring out the photographer's 'artistic' creative and compositional skills rather than simply capturing a series of moments.
Its influenced by fashion, editorial and lifestyle photography.
Illustrative Wedding Photography is the newest style to break into the wedding scene. Its a modern and fun way to photograph a wedding resulting in artistic and edgy wedding images. Photographers who shoot in this style are skilled both artistically and technically.
If I was to pigeon-hole myself into one particular style it would be the category of photography best suited to me.
Best in the world: Australian photographer Yervant his website simply says "Fashion meets Wedding".
See it here.
OR
San Francisco based photographer Bambi Cantrell.
See her website here.
Article including images copyright of Gerard Foy Photography.
www.gerardfoy.com
Photographers come in many different personalities, sizes and styles. Some shoot in only one specific style and there are photographers who shoot in a variety of different styles. Then we have the real innovators who create their own style.
The most popular styles of wedding photography in today's market are as follows:
- Photojournalistic
- Traditional
- Illustrative
Lets take a look at each of these...
Photojournalistic
Wedding photojournalism is said to appeal to the bride and groom that require a series of unique photographs designed to "tell a story" or narrate their wedding day. Wedding photojournalism has become a very popular style of wedding photography and is the art of capturing moments unobtrusively. Normally you barely know that the photographer is there. Normally the photographer covers the wedding with a large telephoto lens (although not always) and tries not to get in the way of the story as it unfolds.
Wedding photojournalist's respond to events as they unfold, they do not manipulate or create events. The resulting images therefore can be unpredictable (as is life unpredictable), some consider this unpredictability as a drawback with this particular style. Personally I feel its not a drawback it's the beautiful aspect of this style, it really is a record of your day. The goal of Wedding Photojournalism is to tell the unique story of your wedding day. Wedding Photojournalism captures moments rather than poses, documenting the emotions and energy around the entire occasion. The images convey genuine emotion and capture the story of your day as it unfolds naturally.
Best in the world: Well for me its Jeff Ascough but many photographers will say Dennis Reggie. Dennis is the father of this style.
Read about Dennis here.
See some images from Jeff Ascough here.
Traditional
Traditional wedding photography is a photographic style that is a series of contrived posed or 'set up' photographs, usually of the wedding party and the couples' families. Traditional wedding photographers tend to follow a 'shot list'. Lighting and backgrounds are tightly controlled by the photographer resulting in well exposed images. The disadvantages of Traditional wedding photography could be issues like, the amount of time the Bride and Groom spend getting their photograph taken. Images can look visually pleasing but stiff due to their static and contrived nature and predictable.
The upside of traditional photography is that you end up a set of professional photographs of your family and loved ones.
Although Traditional wedding photography still has it's place in the modern photography world it is being pushed aside by more illustrative and photojournalist styles of shooting. You see more traditional photographers that are older and have been in the industry a long time and have not changed their ways or you will see it in the lower end beginners as it is any easy style of shooting that does not take much creative input. But be aware it still takes skill so don't be thinking anyone can do it well.
You probably don't want to rely too heavily on formal portraiture, however, or you will miss out on a lot of the energy, passion, and raw emotion surrounding your wedding. Most couples want to make sure to include some candid, photojournalistic photography in their wedding albums alongside the formal shots.
Best in the world: Well for me its Monte Zucker.
See some of his images here.
Illustrative
Wedding Photographers who shoot weddings in the Illustrative style, think in terms of design elements by placing their subjects in settings of interesting composition and backgrounds. This photography is usually a creative person who loves design and elements of color and texture. The photographer provides direction to their subject but they are also encouraged to interact. This results in a more spontaneous feel. Illustrative wedding photography is said to bring out the photographer's 'artistic' creative and compositional skills rather than simply capturing a series of moments.
Its influenced by fashion, editorial and lifestyle photography.
Illustrative Wedding Photography is the newest style to break into the wedding scene. Its a modern and fun way to photograph a wedding resulting in artistic and edgy wedding images. Photographers who shoot in this style are skilled both artistically and technically.
If I was to pigeon-hole myself into one particular style it would be the category of photography best suited to me.
Best in the world: Australian photographer Yervant his website simply says "Fashion meets Wedding".
See it here.
OR
San Francisco based photographer Bambi Cantrell.
See her website here.
Article including images copyright of Gerard Foy Photography.
www.gerardfoy.com
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Wedding Gallery Updated
I have been really busy recently shooting, organising and dealing with customer orders and updating my website. I have spent a considerable time looking through my wedding images for my new gallery and have added all the images displayed below. I'd love to hear your comments on them.
Wedding Bookings are now being taken.
You can email me: images@gerardfoy.com or go to www.gerardfoy.com for more info.
Article including images copyright of Gerard Foy Photography.
www.gerardfoy.com
Wedding Bookings are now being taken.
You can email me: images@gerardfoy.com or go to www.gerardfoy.com for more info.
Article including images copyright of Gerard Foy Photography.
www.gerardfoy.com
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Recent Weddings Progress Update
Two of the weddings I did last month have just had their proof books put on order last night. The proof book contains 504 photos and covers the Engagement Shoot and the Wedding Day and is theirs to keep. Each of my clients proof book has a front cover designed by me.
Donna and Gary's proof book has a cool fashion look that I just love.
A blog entry to Donna and Gary's Wedding Day is here:
Joanne and Stephen's cover is done is a much more traditional wedding style and really captures a moment between the happy couple.
A blog entry to Joanne and Stephens engagement shoot is found here and here.
Article including images copyright of Gerard Foy Photography.
www.gerardfoy.com
Donna and Gary's proof book has a cool fashion look that I just love.
A blog entry to Donna and Gary's Wedding Day is here:
Joanne and Stephen's cover is done is a much more traditional wedding style and really captures a moment between the happy couple.
A blog entry to Joanne and Stephens engagement shoot is found here and here.Article including images copyright of Gerard Foy Photography.
www.gerardfoy.com
Monday, September 14, 2009
Joanne and Steve Engagement Shoot
As part of my wedding package I provide an engagement shoot as standard. Why do I go to this extra trouble for no extra money? Simple really. - I like to spend a bit of time with my clients before their day, get to know them a bit more and be more like friends and not just a photographer.
- My clients get a feel as to what its like to be in front of the camera. Most people have never been in a situation where a camera is photographing them all day. This can start out as a daunting experience, leading to forced smiles and stiff jaws. This is not a look I aspire to when I am covering a wedding. Having a bit of fun in front of the camera and seeing how amazing they can look when photographed by me is also a real confidence boost to my clients. How many times have we heard "Oh, I don't like getting my photograph taken, I always look horrible", or something to that affect.
- I am studying them, learning what they are like in front of the camera. Are they tense or nervous? Are the couple shy? Can they be intimate with one another in front of the camera?
- I like to go to the Reception venue during this time with my clients, so I can get a feel for the venue. See if there is a plan B available if its raining etc.
Article including images copyright of Gerard Foy Photography.
www.gerardfoy.com
What the Bleep
A previous wedding client of mine was at a wedding I was photographing the other week and she told me the sad story of her friend. Her photographer canceled her wedding booking a few weeks before her wedding. She asked me if I was available and if it was ok to contact her to recommend my services.
So she contacted her and met up with her and showed her the album I had done for them and I got a call a few days later. I started off by asking her what happened and tried to understand if any alternative was offered by the photographer, there wasn't. Now I can't understand how someone can considers themselves a professional can do this to someone.
I then asked her what the previous photographer had offered in her package to get an idea of how much she had budgeted for. It turned out the package had considerably less than I provide in mine so I made the assumption she was paying a lot less than I charge. I believe you have two choices in this life, you can be fair and kind or you can be a selfish and greedy. I believe I am the former so I offered my standard package with a nice little discount.
Article including images copyright of Gerard Foy Photography.
www.gerardfoy.com
So she contacted her and met up with her and showed her the album I had done for them and I got a call a few days later. I started off by asking her what happened and tried to understand if any alternative was offered by the photographer, there wasn't. Now I can't understand how someone can considers themselves a professional can do this to someone.
I then asked her what the previous photographer had offered in her package to get an idea of how much she had budgeted for. It turned out the package had considerably less than I provide in mine so I made the assumption she was paying a lot less than I charge. I believe you have two choices in this life, you can be fair and kind or you can be a selfish and greedy. I believe I am the former so I offered my standard package with a nice little discount.
Article including images copyright of Gerard Foy Photography.
www.gerardfoy.com
Monday, September 7, 2009
Donna and Gary - Wedding Day
Saturday 5th September 2009.... Wow, what a day. Where do we begin?
Well, first of all we would like to once again thank Donna and Gary for placing their trust in us by allowing us to photograph and document their wedding day. Both Phil and I really enjoyed the day and all your friends and family were a privilege to work with.
We hope you liked the little gifts we had planned for you throughout the day.
Congratulations to both of you once again, we wish you years of happiness together.
I have put together a few images of your day.
Guests and well wishers, please feel free to leave comments and leave your best wishes for Donna and Gary here. Also, don't forget to check out the website for all the proof images of the day.
Wedding days start early for me and finish late, I like to cover as much as possible and tell the story of the day in my albums. So I met Phil at the church at 09:45 and we set to work. We got both exterior and interior shots of the church.
When I entered the church, I noticed a big stained glass window to the right of the altar and I thought it would throw a cool pattern of light and colour on the back wall. So I stuck a strobe outside, placed it low and angled it up to light as much of the wall as possible.
Once we had a few detail shots of the church in the bag we made our way to Donna's house. I have to say, everything seemed very relaxed in the house as was Donna herself. I made my way upstairs to get some nice shots of the dress and shoes while Phil focused on getting some shots of Donna getting her hair and makeup done.
Phil then headed off to photograph Gary while I stayed at Donna's house. There was no question of Donna keeping with tradition and being late. She left just a few minutes past one and with the church just around the corner she didn't even have time to settle into her seat.
The beauty of two photographers, is the coverage we can provide. I was able to get photos of Donna leaving the house safe in the knowledge Phil is on hand to complete the story at the church. Donna is looking wonderful in this image as she exits the wedding car after her very short journey to get there.
Father Ben gave a very nice service and thankfully it didn't go on too long. That type of thing just puts everyone under pressure for the rest of the day as all the plans go out the window. I believe he really liked the gift we got Donna and Gary. We hope it will serve as a small reminder of the wonderful day we all had (yea, including your photographers, we had a blast).
With so much going on at a wedding as a photographer I always have one eye on the kids. You just never know what they are going to. The moment I saw her do this (sorry don't know her name) this was the image that was in my mind. I only got off one frame before she turned around, but one was all I needed to get this wonderful little image.
Once all the church proceedings were over Donna finally got to try out her wedding car. With a 40 mile journey ahead of her to the Hamlet Court, Enfield, Co. Meath. I'd like to take the opportunity the thank John and all the staff down there for looking after me and Phil. Thanks also for letting me store some of gear in the office that was a great help throughout the evening.
Thanks once again to Donna and Gary for hiring us. I'll leave you with one more image. I don't like static posed traditional photographs...Its either casual, semi-posed or fashion type shots like this one.
I've attached the link to Matt Ryans video preview of the day and I'd also like to thank Matt for his respect towards our job during the day. I've worked with Matt in the past and he's always a dream to work with. Good work on the video Matt.
Article including images copyright of Gerard Foy Photography.
www.gerardfoy.com
Well, first of all we would like to once again thank Donna and Gary for placing their trust in us by allowing us to photograph and document their wedding day. Both Phil and I really enjoyed the day and all your friends and family were a privilege to work with.
We hope you liked the little gifts we had planned for you throughout the day.
Congratulations to both of you once again, we wish you years of happiness together.
I have put together a few images of your day.
Guests and well wishers, please feel free to leave comments and leave your best wishes for Donna and Gary here. Also, don't forget to check out the website for all the proof images of the day.
Wedding days start early for me and finish late, I like to cover as much as possible and tell the story of the day in my albums. So I met Phil at the church at 09:45 and we set to work. We got both exterior and interior shots of the church.
When I entered the church, I noticed a big stained glass window to the right of the altar and I thought it would throw a cool pattern of light and colour on the back wall. So I stuck a strobe outside, placed it low and angled it up to light as much of the wall as possible.
Once we had a few detail shots of the church in the bag we made our way to Donna's house. I have to say, everything seemed very relaxed in the house as was Donna herself. I made my way upstairs to get some nice shots of the dress and shoes while Phil focused on getting some shots of Donna getting her hair and makeup done.
Phil then headed off to photograph Gary while I stayed at Donna's house. There was no question of Donna keeping with tradition and being late. She left just a few minutes past one and with the church just around the corner she didn't even have time to settle into her seat.
The beauty of two photographers, is the coverage we can provide. I was able to get photos of Donna leaving the house safe in the knowledge Phil is on hand to complete the story at the church. Donna is looking wonderful in this image as she exits the wedding car after her very short journey to get there.
Father Ben gave a very nice service and thankfully it didn't go on too long. That type of thing just puts everyone under pressure for the rest of the day as all the plans go out the window. I believe he really liked the gift we got Donna and Gary. We hope it will serve as a small reminder of the wonderful day we all had (yea, including your photographers, we had a blast).
With so much going on at a wedding as a photographer I always have one eye on the kids. You just never know what they are going to. The moment I saw her do this (sorry don't know her name) this was the image that was in my mind. I only got off one frame before she turned around, but one was all I needed to get this wonderful little image.
Once all the church proceedings were over Donna finally got to try out her wedding car. With a 40 mile journey ahead of her to the Hamlet Court, Enfield, Co. Meath. I'd like to take the opportunity the thank John and all the staff down there for looking after me and Phil. Thanks also for letting me store some of gear in the office that was a great help throughout the evening.Thanks once again to Donna and Gary for hiring us. I'll leave you with one more image. I don't like static posed traditional photographs...Its either casual, semi-posed or fashion type shots like this one.
I've attached the link to Matt Ryans video preview of the day and I'd also like to thank Matt for his respect towards our job during the day. I've worked with Matt in the past and he's always a dream to work with. Good work on the video Matt. Article including images copyright of Gerard Foy Photography.
www.gerardfoy.com
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