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Candid wedding photography tips
Weddings are full of magical moments and every bride and groom hopes their photographer will
capture them on film. Here are professional photographer Nigel Barker’s expert tips
for how to shoot candid wedding photos.
Use a compact interchangeable lens camera that is ultra-portable, light and has a compact
camera body. This type of camera is superior to a standard point and shoot because of its
ability to capture quality HD video and still frames.
Try different lenses- a wide angles lens is great for a dramatic shot of an entire group
or scene, where as a zoom lens is best for detailed close ups of individuals or specific
objects. A zoom lens is perfect of events like weddings because of its ability to take
intimate shots without invading personal space.
Also experiment with the depth of field to draw focus to persons in the foreground of
your shots. Your camera’s portrait setting can help you do this automatically.
Try shooting continuously to guarantee your get the perfect shot.
Shoot without the flash sometimes. A huge burst of light is not always appropriate and
can ruin a moment. When you are in a low light situation, adjust your camera’s setting
to a higher ISO or use the preset modes to open up your aperture. This will help you
go unnoticed so you capture everyone looking relaxed and natural.
Shoot from various angles. Simply changing perspectives will make the wedding album far
more interesting.
Include things in the foreground to create depth and dimension- shooting through the
glasses and bundles of flowers at your subjects rather than always from above the table to
change it up.
Take pictures of small details like the menu, the bride’s hands or a bubbling glass of
champagne that is in theme of the celebration.