Wedding Photography Defined: Wedding Photographers in Orange County

As a bride, you only have, on average, 15 months to plan your wedding. During this short amount of time, you must become well versed in: traditional wedding photography vs. photojournalistic wedding photography, black and white photography vs. color vs. sepia toned prints, engagement photography, and much more. And, this is only for the photography portion of your wedding. Some may say that, after reception costs, you should spend the most amount on the photographer. Think about it this way...in 30 years, what tangible item will you really have from your wedding but your memories captured on film?

Traditional wedding photography or "classic" style photography has been around the longest and is falling out of favor with brides because it typically comprises of posed shots. Your photographer will usually follow a list of required shots: Bride and Groom, Groom and Dad, Groom and wedding party....you get the idea. Traditioanl photographers usually are quite talented in portraiture. Every detail will be in place and their subjects will look great Body alignment, lighting, dress details, and the background will be perfectly composed.

Wedding photojournalism has been extremely popular in the last few years. It aims to tell the story of the wedding through pictures. A good wedding photojournalist will be able to depict emotion and allow a stranger looking at your pictures to to feel as if they were at your wedding. The problem is, every photographer out there claims to be a wedding photographer specializing in photojournalism. If you are looking for a photojournalist to shoot your wedding, the most important thing to do is to look at their work. Ask yourself if you see and feel the emotion of the day. Ask them how many weddings they've photographed. A true professional has shot hundreds of weddings, not just 20-25. Also, don't expect them to be looking at a list of "required shots." You will want them to be behind the camera capturing all the details of the day. Would you prefer a picture of Aunt Bertha in a conga line or would you want one of her standing there with a forced smile?

Black and white photos, sepia, or color? Black and white photography is timeless and is making a comeback with brides. But, in the end, it really is up to you. With digital photography these days, your photographer can just as easily produce a color, black and white, or sepia toned image for you.

Engagement photography is a way for you to get to know your wedding photographer and a chance to get some great shots of you and your fiance before the big day. Get to know their shooting style and have a great time at a beautiful location of your choice. Engagement photography should be a stress free experience. The most important thing is to make sure that you have fun! It will definitely show in your pictures!

Marc Weisberg is an Orange County photographer specializing in wedding and family portraits.

Book Marc from this site and receive a complimentary montage print (a $200 value).
http://www.marcweisberg.com