Recently we obtained new software which is nothing short of amazing in providing that special “finished” look in our portraiture! What does it do? It’s like having a makeup artist on call 24-7. We can’t wait to use it on our next photo shoot!
Stop by the Studio to see some samples!
Since this is my blog, I can write anything I want. So, while beating my chest during a testosterone rush, I will proudly blog that on Tuesday, Studio Owner Rob Annis shot a 2 over par 39 (it’s a par 37) on the NORTH course (the harder of the 3) at Royal Scot. He unfortunately missed a 4′ putt for birdie on the last hole.
“YOU DAH MAHN!”
P.S. I think I played all 9 holes…..
Today is the final instalment of our 10 Wedding Pitfalls to avoid on your Wedding Day.
All too frequently I have seen some of the same situations arise which are well beyond the contemplation of the Bride and Groom. Today we list the final three.
Recently, for some unexplained reason, some Ministers/Officiants have decided to locate themselves immediately in front of the Bride and Groom for the duration of the Ceremony. This unfortunately obscures the view of the Bride and Groom during such critical moments as the Vows and Ring Exchange.
Obviously, if the Officiant chooses to stand immediately in front of our Couple, not only will you be hidden from the view of your attendees, but there is a good chance your Photographer will be hampered in recording important parts of your ceremony as well. Please discuss with the presiding Officiant where they will be located during the Ceremony.
Many ceremonies include the lighting of a Unity Candle. If one is to be lit, please consider placing the candle forward enough to allow for the lighting of the candle while standing behind it – facing your guests. This way, onlookers will see the front of you, rather than your backs, as the candle is lit!
All too often, Aisle Runners are equipped with a pull-string that has been tied in a bow and stuffed inside the tubing. If the string is not untied, the string will appear to be inadequately short, and the aisle runner will not unroll correctly, causing an awkward moment for the unsuspecting ushers. Before the Wedding Day, check to see if the pull-string provided has at least four feet of clearance from the Runner roll when pulled taut.
These are some of the many hints and suggestions we give our Brides when we discuss how to make her day flow as smoothly as possible. We hope they are helpful!
Last weekend, we photographed Captiol City Baptist School’s Spring Drama Production, “For Jenny’s sake”, as we continue our year-long documentation of their schools activities. The collection of pictures will be available for marketing purposes as well as their yearbook. The play was exceptionally well done. All of the images may be viewed on our web site by clicking the “Sessions Proofing” button, and entering “play” in the box.
Here are a few of the images you’ll find:
Last month we posted the first of three installments in our series of “10 Common Pitfalls To Avoid on your Wedding Day”. Today we bring you our second installment we hope will make your Wedding Day flow smoothly.
4. BRIDAL BOUQUETS
If you have selected “real” flowers for your Bridal Bouquet, and the Bouquet is of a substantial size, you may want to consider its weight – because you will be holding it throughout much of the day. A Bride who is slight of build will find it difficult to hold a heavy bouquet in a graceful manner, which may be evident in the photographs. “Artificial” flowers photograph well, will not wilt in the summer heat, and are substantially lighter weight than “real” flowers.
5. SCHEDULE OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Be sure your Photographer provides you with a Schedule of Photography which will act as an excellent Day Planner as you organize your day. You may want to make photocopies of it, highlight time slots, and mail them to the various participants to inform them of their respective times to be photographed.
6. ENLIST A “GOFOR”
To expedite group and individual photography both before and after the Ceremony, it has been shown to be very helpful to have one person appointed as “gofor” who can assist in “rounding-up” persons who are to be photographed. Hopefully, these suggestions will help put you on the right track to a great day!
Here are the other pictures I promised. Courtney and Tony went from the MSU Alumni Chapel to the Kellogg Center for their reception.
On the way, we stopped at the Sparty Statue for a quick series of pictures. At the reception, Sparty actually made an appearance - dressed in a tux. All told, it was a great day!
OK, I promised you some images from the wedding we photographed over the weekend.
Courtney was absolutely beautiful - and was a good sport about braving the 40 degree temps for some outdoor pictures. If you look closely, you can even see some snow in the background! Here are a few of the 1st images:
We’ll post a few more as we finish in the next day or two.
Rob
Today kicks off Wedding Season at Robert Charles Photography for 2008! We will be shooting 3 weddings over the next 10 days. Stay tuned for a few pictures to come. We can’t wait to employ some new techniques we’ve been working on during the “off-season”!
This past week has been busy!
Last week our Studio was asked to provide School Photography for Capitol City Baptist School, sports teams and group organizations for the upcoming school year. Of course we said “Yes!”. For the past 4 years we have been photographing their Homecoming Banquet (see our comments from February 27), so we were excited at the opportunity to provide top-quality photography services for other areas as well.
Before “Wedding Season” officially kicks off for us next week, we are working hard to have all of our materials and work flow in place, so we can hit the ground running next fall. We can’t wait for next school year to arrive!
From time to time, we will be posting some hints and suggestions to make your Wedding Day flow more smoothly. All too often, we see at least one (or more) of 10 problems which can hamper an otherwise well-planned day. Today we’ll post the first 3 problems in a series.
The biggest favor you can do for yourself on your Wedding Day is to be ready early. A late start guarantees a frenetic pace in an attempt to recover lost time – and will lower the quality of photography your Photographer will be able to provide for you.
The number one reason why the day starts behind schedule? Hair stylists who underestimate the time necessary to finish their work.
Your Photographer may need access to the site where photography will begin as much as one hour prior to the start of photography. Please make sure arrangements have been made to allow your Photographer access to the location where Photography will begin at the prescribed time.
We suggest you request the name - and contact phone number - of the person responsible to open the location, just in case it is needed.
The Bridal Bouquet and Attendants’ flowers will be needed prior to the start of any photography. We suggest you call the Florist to make sure flowers will be delivered at least 30 minutes before photos are to begin. This way, even if the Florist is running late, Photography can still start on time without a hitch.
We hope these first 3 suggestions are helpful as you plan your wedding. Look for the next 3 hints in one of our upcoming installments!
