MASTER MODERN WEDDINGS

Learn to capture contemporary weddings and create images with a lasting impression

The job of a wedding photographer requires so much more than just turning up on the big day and shooting a few romantic scenes. You must also display indispensable qualities such as organisation, flexibility, adaptability and reliability. Being a wedding photographer also carries great responsibility – after all, for many people such an event only takes place once in a lifetime, so you can’t afford to make errors such as being late, running out of battery power, or losing images due to technical failure.

Besides taking pictures, you will be more than just a photographer for the happy couple, getting a private insight into their lives and witnessing first-hand the many emotions that the day brings. One of the most important things here is to let the bride and groom take charge of the day, and avoid making your presence felt during important events, such as the wedding ceremony, speeches or the first dance.

With the help of professional wedding photographer Steve Jones, we’ll look at all the key aspects of how to capture these challenging but magical events.

BE ORGANISED
Get ready for the wedding day with pro planning and gear advice

Meeting the couple for the first time is Ma key part of the planning process for two main reasons. First, there's the impression you make in terms of how you communicate and interact with the couple. You need to come across as professional and sympathetic. A wedding is a highly-charged, emotional event, and one that requires input from many different parties, such as planners. caterers, friends and family guests, so no one wants to hire a photographer who's technically top-notch but lacks interpersonal skills.