Why you shouldn’t trust Uncle Bob to shoot your wedding

Let me make it clear that I don’t have anything against your Uncle Bob. I’m sure he’s a stand-up guy. I just think that there is a real danger in entrusting one of the most important tasks for your wedding day to a relative. Especially when he’s just a keen amateur photographer. 

There seems to be an accepted view amongst many people that all you need to photograph a wedding successfully is a digital SLR and lots of enthusiasm. Nothing could be further from the truth. Let me ask you this- would you ask a friend who knows nothing about maintaining or fixing automobiles to repair your car, simply because he owns a tool box? It’s highly unlikely.  Well the same applies to wedding photography. 

Shooting a wedding requires a lot of skill, expertise and experience. Not only do you need to understand how to handle and manipulate a whole range of lighting conditions, you also need to know how to direct group shots, pose couples and (most importantly) elicit emotional responses from people. It’s a difficult job that requires you to work to quite difficult time pressures. It’s not something that your buddy or relative can ‘have a go at’.

If I sound a little harsh here, I do apologise. It’s just that I feel passionately about this subject. I have heard too many stories of couples asking relatives to shoot their wedding in order to save money, only to then seriously regret their decision afterwards.  

So what should you do if you are seriously restricted by your budget? Well I would suggest one of two things. Either ask an established wedding photographer if they could cut the number of hours coverage they provide you (in order to get a lower price) or alternatively find a talented but relatively inexperienced professional photographer to shoot your wedding. If you are creative, do your research and perhaps ‘jiggle’ your budget around I’m confident that you can find a way of balancing your wedding budget whilst still ensuring that you get a photographer that your wedding day deserves.

About Matt Foden

Matt and his wife Brenda are professional wedding photographers in Surrey. They shoot across the United Kingdom in a style that combines fine art and documentary photography. You can see their site at:

http://www.fodenphotography.com

Shab Siarezi: Celebrating 13 Years Of Bridal Makeup Excellence

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Shab Siarezi: Celebrating 13 Years Of Bridal Makeup Excellence

Summary: This year, Shab Siarezi, a well-known makeup artist, and her team is celebrating "13 years of Makeup Services for Brides, Weddings, Films, and Fashion Shoots". Shab and her team have helped Celebrities, Weddings, Brides to be, Fashion Models and Other people over the year with impeccable makeup services to enhance the entire look of the person including the dress and the accessories that the person is wearing.

October 12, 2014 | Jericho, New York: This year, Shab Siarezi, a well-known makeup artist, and her team is celebrating "13 years of Makeup Services for Brides, Weddings, Films and Fashion Shoots". Shab and her team have helped Celebrities, Weddings, Brides to be, Fashion Models and Other people over the year with impeccabl

e makeup services to enhance the entire look of the person including the dress and the accessories that the person is wearing. Shab has built a reputable career as a makeup artist Long Island specialist. It is her true knowledge of enhancing the features that make her one of the most sought after makeup artist today. When contacted, Shab Siarezi, said,” We are proud to complete 13 years in our field of expertise. Our team offers a full range of custom make-up services such as make up for bridal showers, boudoir photos, bridal makeup trial, rehearsal dinner, bachelorette parties, and engagement photos and so on. We value our every client, that's why our clients share an emotional bonding with us.”

According to the sources, Shab’s knowledge of what suits her clients the most, sets are apart from other beauticians with an in-depth understanding about different types of skin tones or types and matching the same with various colors and shades of makeup. Some sources reported their bridal services as one of the best in the area. One of her clients, Lisa Henman, a recently wedded bride from New York City, said,” Shab has helped hundreds of brides like me look the most beautiful on their very special day with attractive makeup and gorgeous hairdos. She did my makeup for the wedding and I was so happy with the results that I didn't even want to wash my makeup off at the end of the day. My makeup looked very glamorous and was done very neatly. She listened to what I wanted and made great suggestions to what would look great on me. She just made my wedding special!” 

Shab and her team also offer private makeup services for private parties, workshops, special events along with makeup overhauls and makeup lessons. Serena, an aspiring model from Long Island, said,” There is no doubt about the unique talent that Shab posses. She incorporates the latest art and fashion trends in the makeup industry.” Her true knowledge of enhancing the features makes her one of the most sought after makeup artist today. This might be the prime reason for her longevity in the makeup field.

About Shab Siarezi

Shab Siarezi has been a well-known name in the makeup industry since 2001, Shab has gained immense knowledge and expertise. Shab is now the most sought after and respectable Make-Up Artist who specializes in bridal makeup. Shab has worked for top lines like Chanel, Dior and Cle de Peau. HBO, AMC, PBS, Lester’s, ESPN and the Food Network have also worked with Shab owing to her flawless makeup skills.

Contact:

Contact Person: Shab Siarezi

Contact Number: 631.889.1560

Email: Info@shabsiarezi.com    

Website:  http://www.shabsiarezi.com/

LDS Baptism Pictures October 2014

Last night I had the opportunity to take my cousin's little girl to the Oquirrh Mountain Temple for pictures for her Baptism that is coming up. This was my first experience with Baptism pictures, I really did enjoy myself though. Aleah was brave enough to come out and let me pose her in the cold.

Top Video Production Companies

When you think of life at this moment, video is everywhere. Think about it. More than ever, we are relying on video to get our message across. 

It’s not just big business that use professional videographers anymore. Local business owners are now taking advantage of freelance videographers to produce cinematic quality videos. Whether it be for training videos, video testimonials, conferences, or other events, professional videographers are more in demand than ever before. 

Most every small business has a website nowadays, and if you don’t, you NEED one, but a simple website won’t do anymore, you need engaging video content to keep your clients interested in YOU and sell more of your products. 

Ryan Hender Films is a professional video production company that produces top notch videos. From tutorial videos and promotional pieces, to music videos and youtube videos. Think of the last engaging video that you watched. Did it suck you in? Were you interested? Did it make YOU want what they had to sell? 

It is said that word of mouth advertising is more effective than tv advertising. Let me repeat it, word of mouth advertising is more effective than TV. Companies have huge budgets for TV advertising annually, and you’re saying that TV is less effective than word of mouth!

At Ryan Hender Films, we not only produce professional corporate video works, but we also do music videos, testimonial videos, wedding videos and more. We use only the best and latest technology to produce each film. 

We also bring an expertise in advertising and marketing to the table, with the ability to help with scripting, directing, lighting, and everything in between. 

We have an artistic eye that will capture the footage in a unique way that will improve the production value of your piece. We then edit your piece using professional editing equipment to ensure the best in the finished product. 

When it comes to wedding videos, there is no room for error. You want magazine-quality pictures, and the pressure is always on professional photographers to capture a perfect setting that newlyweds will cherish forever, and the family will treasure for generations to come.

At Ryan Hender Films we specialize in creating beautiful wedding videos that stand out. We make every effort to ensure that your wedding videographer captures your wedding day in the most beautiful way possible. Then in postproduction, that’s where the magic happens.

Our work has been featured on news stations, and in blogs across the country. We create cinematic, beautiful videos for every one of our clients. We never disappoint. 

Wedding Photography - 5 Tips and Tricks for Stunning Photos

When it comes to matrimonial photos, there is very little room for error. Everyone wants high-quality pictures, and the pressure is always on photographers to capture a perfect setting that newlyweds will cherish forever. 

5 Wedding Photography Tips and Tricks 

Ask the Bride and Groom for Favorite Photos - Ask the bride and groom to give you a list of two or three must-have photos in advance. These could include an entire family portrait, cutting the cake, walking down the aisle, etc. You will naturally probably take these shots

Get Enough Lighting - Overexposure can instantly ruin a photo and not having enough light is equally harmful. Anyone can make photos look better by taking shots that have enough natural lighting. So, during any outdoor settings with the bride and groom, take advantage of natural light and your surroundings. 

Capture the Smallest Details - There is some extensive planning that goes into a wedding. That includes down to the bouquet of flowers, special gift wrapping, the intricate details of the bride's gown, and more. You should capture close-ups of these items, too. They are an intricate part of the wedding, too. 

Make Digital Edits - You can edit many of the photos that you make with your digital camera. You can make some good photos look great, and turn others you wanted to delete into shots that are worth saving. Of course, there is Photoshop and Lightroom, as well as other commercial editing programs that can accomplish this. 

Reduce Wedding Photographer Costs - No one in their right mind is going to have a wedding without a professional photographer. However, some people might not have the money to pay for an all-day event. To reduce costs considerably, hire your wedding photographer for the ceremony and an hour before and after. This should get most of the photos that you need while at the same time cutting costs. 

Wedding photography is a fine art. You must practice to get better at it. Also, if you better prepare, you will reduce stress and lower the chances of anything bad happening. Remember about Murphy's Law, "If something can go wrong, it will." If you prepare yourself, you will always have better results. 

Why Choose Bespoke Wedding Stationery?

When you’re choosing your wedding stationery, you could opt to go for a generic design. But why would you do that when you can get something beautiful that has been tailor-made to your specifications. After all, many people keep their invitations as mementoes of the day, and they will be much more special if they reflect something of your personality and that of your partner. There are plenty of bespoke wedding stationers out there and many of them can offer surprisingly competitive prices. 

So why should you choose to go down this route? Well, for one thing getting a person to design your stationery exactly the way you want it means it is entirely personal to you. Nobody else will have the same invitations you have had and that’s just one more thing to make your wedding day unique. All the colours, themes, materials and so on will match your requirements. If you choose mass-produced invitations then you will have to accept that this will not be the case. You may want something very ‘arty’, or you may want it to reflect your hobbies. You could also bear in mind here that if sustainability is very important to you, many high end stationers work with only eco-friendly materials. 

It also means that you can choose to include photos of yourself or your partner – or indeed anything else that’s significant to you as a couple. If you want to, it gives you the chance to be quirky and create something really memorable for your guests. It can be worth spending a little more money for this. You also get a great choice as the images and invitations themselves can be pretty much any size you want them to be. 

Also, bear in mind that if you use a bespoke wedding stationer for your invitations you will get a really professional lay-out – not something that looks like it could have been knocked up on a home computer. You should expect to be offered a few consultations so you can go through any ideas you have and come up with a concept that works. And the cost doesn’t have to be astronomical – a stationer like this will usually be able to work with most budgets and you don’t have to go for the most expensive materials.

If all of this has convinced you, the next thing to do is go about finding a good stationer. It’s worth taking your time finding just the right one. Begin by going around all the companies in your area and asking to see examples of their work. This will give you some idea of the kind of skills they have and the kinds of clients they normally work with. Also, if you already have any materials or design ideas in mind this will give you the chance to check if they can even provide that for you. Otherwise you will need to look elsewhere. 

It’s also important to find out what kind of turnaround time they will offer you. Obviously you should be choosing your stationer well in advance anyway, but it may be that it still takes you a while to decide on just the right design. You need to be sure that they can still get the invitations out to you in time. Remember that this has to leave a window for people to RSVP so you can then get on with working out how many people to cater for and so on. It’s surprising how many people don’t ask this question and don’t leave themselves enough time. Be very clear about what your deadline is. 

It is also wise, before you settle on a company to work with, to find out who their suppliers are. There are two reasons for this: the first is that there are less likely to be hold-ups because of late deliveries if they have solid, long-term suppliers relationships. The second is that if there are any last-minute changes to be made, it is more likely these can be done before the print run is started if there are good lines of communication open. Finally, don’t be afraid to haggle for discounts by pointing out that your orders is particularly large, that you can recommend them to other people or by suggesting you may go to another firm in the area. 

Summary: To make their wedding day extra-special, many people go for bespoke invitations. This article looks at why you should consider finding a bespoke wedding stationer, and how to go about it.

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10 Amazing Benefits of Renting a Photo Booth for Your Wedding

If you want your wedding to be memorable, you should start looking for a photo booth for hire. Photo booths are usually used in different occasions such as birthday parties, corporate events, and the like. But, photo booths are perfect for weddings, too.

Here are the top reasons you should get a photo booth for your wedding:

1. Photo booths are exciting and fun!

Your guests will have lots of fun posing in front of the camera. Photo booths also come with amazing photo props that your guests can use. People naturally like to act silly and do wacky poses in front of the camera. Photo booths capture many funny moments. Various companies have provide different kinds of props like novelty hats, jewelries, fans, guitars, wigs, fake mustaches, veils, stuffed toys, crowns, and oversized glasses to make thing more interesting, exciting, and fun. You can even gamely pose with your guests.

1. Photo booths save time and money.

When you have picture booths at your wedding reception, you will save time. You can focus on other important things. You do not have to hire many wedding photographers. You can just hire one professional photographer. Photo booths are also affordable. It yields more benefits given its cost. You can also choose a picture booth that can accommodate many people, thus saving you time. Bigger booths allow your guests to take pictures in big groups. So, it’s double the fun and excitement.

1. Pictures are great party souvenirs.

Photos taken from the wedding photo booths can be great party favors. The photos will symbolize fun memories that your guests have shared with you during your wedding day. These photos are also more affordable compared to other party favors like mugs, fans, and hats.

1. They’re easy to use and operate.

With photo booths, you do not have to hire an operator. The guests can operate the machine themselves. You can also ask a friend to operate it. 

1. Enjoy unlimited, endless photo taking.

Most picture booth rental companies charge hourly and not per picture. Your guests can actually take as many photos as they like! 

1. Experience fast printing.

Photos taken from booths are printed in just seconds. Your guests can get their pictures right away.

1. You can get soft copies of the pictures.

Most picture booth rental companies provide soft copies of the pictures to their clients. You get to see the wacky poses of your family and friends and you get to reprint these photos.

1. Have a personalized design layout.

You can choose the design layout to customize the pictures. You can also print your wedding date and some important message of gratitude for your guests on the photos.

1. Access photos through the photo booth’s online photo gallery.

Most picture booth rental companies have online photo galleries. You can directly view the photos by accessing the company’s website. Your guests can access the rental company’s website, too.

1. Photo booths build camaraderie among your guests.

Weddings are usually awkward and the guests rarely talk to each other. Photo booths will get your guests to engage in small talk. Photo booths are great conversation starters. Your guests will enjoy your wedding even more because they get to socialize with other guests while waiting for their turn.

Photo booths are affordable, practical, and most of all fun. These do not only produce quality pictures and preserve happy memories. They are also a natural source of entertainment. Your guests will have lots of fun and laughter. These booths will give you and your guests an unusual experience. These booths will surely make your wedding more memorable.

This article was written with help of Curt Hems at OMG Entertainments, a UK photo booth hire company.