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<blockquote data-quote="crycocyon" data-source="post: 225363" data-attributes="member: 13076"><p><strong>Re: Preperation for wedding photography</strong></p><p></p><p>Hi Scott, personally I would have the 16-35mm on the D600 and the 85 mm on the D800E. Then both cameras with flash units (SB-800 is my own preference) with something like this:</p><p></p><p>[ATTACH]60967[/ATTACH][ATTACH]60968[/ATTACH]</p><p></p><p>Notice how I have it facing backwards as I use it purely for bounce flash, and no direct light hits the subject. </p><p></p><p>I would tell the bride (nicely and gently) that shooting the reception is part of the job and also what every professional wedding photographer would do. Joining in for the drinks is not part of your job, but rather to capture every important moment. The bride and groom down the road would almost certainly regret having a huge part of the wedding day not covered. I don't know if they are paying you for the job, but even if they paid you just to cover the wedding, do the reception as well. That way you'll also have a complete portfolio of the day, and experience. It is as much for you as it is for them. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /> I usually carry 3x 32 GB SD cards with me and at least triple the number of rechargeable batteries you think you might need. </p><p></p><p>Shooting a wedding is a bit like shooting wildlife. There is always a "peak" to the motion or moment and in this case to the expression. Look for those defining moments. Treat it like you are reporting breaking news. And most of all enjoy yourself!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="crycocyon, post: 225363, member: 13076"] [b]Re: Preperation for wedding photography[/b] Hi Scott, personally I would have the 16-35mm on the D600 and the 85 mm on the D800E. Then both cameras with flash units (SB-800 is my own preference) with something like this: [ATTACH=CONFIG]60967._xfImport[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]60968._xfImport[/ATTACH] Notice how I have it facing backwards as I use it purely for bounce flash, and no direct light hits the subject. I would tell the bride (nicely and gently) that shooting the reception is part of the job and also what every professional wedding photographer would do. Joining in for the drinks is not part of your job, but rather to capture every important moment. The bride and groom down the road would almost certainly regret having a huge part of the wedding day not covered. I don't know if they are paying you for the job, but even if they paid you just to cover the wedding, do the reception as well. That way you'll also have a complete portfolio of the day, and experience. It is as much for you as it is for them. :) I usually carry 3x 32 GB SD cards with me and at least triple the number of rechargeable batteries you think you might need. Shooting a wedding is a bit like shooting wildlife. There is always a "peak" to the motion or moment and in this case to the expression. Look for those defining moments. Treat it like you are reporting breaking news. And most of all enjoy yourself! [/QUOTE]
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