Take great pictures to preserve great memories.
Becoming a professional photographer takes lots of studying and practice. But you don't need to be a professional photographer to take great wedding photos. It is often the little moments that the bride and groom cherish the most. You can take these photos, in addition to your own versions of what the professional photographer takes. But before you get trigger happy with your camera, take a little time to learn what goes into a great wedding photo, so you can make the most of this momentous opportunity.
Instructions
1. Let the professional photographer handle the "obvious" shots. The couple likely paid a hefty sum for the photographer, and they should be able to get the main shots, such as the first kiss, flower girl and the bride walking down the aisle.
2. Set your camera to "Aperture Priority" mode. This is usually indicated by the letter "A" or "Av" on the camera's "Mode" dial. This will help counteract any blurriness: a common problem among amateur photographers.
3. Exercise the rule of thirds, which involves dividing any potential shot into nine equal sections. Get the subject of your shot to line up with three of these sections to make your shot look more interesting and artistic.
4. Take pictures of people watching the action. For instance, while the bride is walking down the aisle, take a picture of the groom staring at her. During the couple's first dance, take a picture of the bride's parents. These shots can be even more powerful than shots of the couple.
5. Fill your frame with people when taking portraits. Get close to your subjects, and make the entire picture composed of their heads, shoulders or bodies. Try to avoid too much background noise, if possible.
6. Take lots of pictures, and refrain from deleting anything until later. With the advent of digital cameras, it costs no more to take 500 photos than it does to take 50. Take advantage of this technology and take more pictures than you think are necessary. After sifting through your collection, choose the best photos to show the bride and groom.
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