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      02-22-2012, 10:46 AM   #12
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Originally Posted by rodi View Post
ask them what kind of shots they like. what other photographer's work (that they couldn't afford)
This in my opinion is pretty important. Maybe even ask them to provide some samples. It's a day for them to remember forever (or as long as they can) so it's up to you to make it picture perfect (sorry for the pun)

But remember to stay relaxed. It's easy to get ahead of yourself.

Like TL said, double check everything, spare batteries for everything (including camera) bring chargers with you. If you have spare flashes, bring them, same with camera. You can't depend on your equipment to work.

Remember to empty your cards before you go, perhaps bring a laptop with you on which you can back pictures up onto while you're there.

Figure out what the expected dress code is. If you don't have to wear a suit jacket, that can help. They are restricting. But at the same time, you need to appear respectful.

Talk to the person performing the service beforehand, they might be able to help you out and let you know how close you can get without being distracting.

Bring some buckets or some crates for people to sit on when doing family shots. Perhaps a ladder as well so you can get higher and more people in pictures.

find a spare shooter if you can. more angles and more perspective, as well as someone covering one area so you don't have to run around like a chicken with their head cut off.

But again, relax, and show up properly prepared, and you'll see how smoothly it can go.
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