Tips and hints for better photography on your wedding day.
- Please don’t get sunburned before your wedding. A pink bride is not a thing of beauty. Also don’t forget to put sunscreen on the tops of your feet.
- Don’t be late! Come on ladies, it’s not like you have to decide what to wear. Most of our weddings down here are “sunset” weddings. Most are definitely shot in the late afternoon. This is a good thing because the light is beautiful then. The problem arises if one is late. The sun waits for no one, and shooting in the dark is not fun. Remember the sun goes down much faster here than up north. We generally like to have 45 minutes to an hour to shoot the “fun” stuff for you. After all, great photographs take time. So check the sunset calculator and plan accordingly. You’ll be glad you did. We can provide a timeline for you so just ask.
- Use flat waterproof makeup. Even in the late afternoon you will sweat. This causes you to shine of course, but in the wrong way. Also, bring a hankie to wipe off the sweat. Maybe have your bridesmaid carry some for you and the groom (they shine too). Last but not least, bring a hair brush for touch up in the wind.
- Wind! We have the trade winds here which mean it will most likely be windy. So plan accordingly and think about your hair style and the effects the wind can have on it. Also, Vail’s are nice. But be prepared to dump them in case it is too windy.
- Think about how sandy you may be willing to let your dress get. Unless of course you are doing a church wedding down here. But even then most brides want to have pictures on the beach. We have some fun possibilities if you are flexible on this. We can even do a trash the dress shoot for you. We’re flexible so just ask.
- Shoes. Don’t wear high heels for the beach. It just doesn't work. We have had brides and grooms in expensive dresses and tuxedos go barefoot. After all it is a beach wedding in the tropics. There are some situations where you can wear them for the ceremony, So check with your planner or ask us.
- Play the role. It’s your day of days. You can get away with most anything you want. So relax and enjoy the photo shoot. Be the superstar that you are. It will be FUN!
- Most brides will want group shots done of family and friends. To help speed things along and get the most bang for your buck you need to be organized. Make a list of what group shots you want! This is particularly important for larger weddings. It does not take very long to photograph groups, but it does take time rounding everybody up. So make your list and give it to a friend or family member that is most like a Marine drill sergeant.
