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Also, great post- processing of the photo, David. Really helps it a lot. I always use Soft Blend in PS to get similar effect.

I like it as a fun shot. Especially great for a young couple. I also thought about when first seeing it, how it might look

photographing the couple from above. Probably impossible to do at the time, but it would have gotten rid of the sky. Still

though, it's a great photograph.

<p>Geo, I wrote an article about <a href="../learn/digital-photography-workflow/overview/wedding-photography-aperture/">my digital workflow</a> . It's based on using Aperture 2.0, but the process can be applied to other image processors. My only concern about the habit of posting unedited photos is that your clients might show them to other potential clients, and thus they are not seeing your best work. Plus, I don't think it's good idea to be a shoot-and-burn wedding photographer. But that's just my opinion.<br>

http://macphotographytips.net/</p>

<p>I shoot sRaw during receptions, simply because I don't need the larger file size for full-size RAW photos. The only problem I have with sRAW is that they can't be processed in Aperture 2.0, so I use Adobe Bridge instead. Sure, memory is cheap, but if I'm shooting 1000+ photos, I don't think every one of them has to be full-size RAW, which can get up to 15-19mb per photo.</p>

<p>I’ve started using the Lowepro Trailer 2 camera shoulder strap bag to quickly changes lenses. I put up video on Youtube about it the other day:

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<p>David Ziser has done some really good video tutorials about using external flash in wedding photography. His video classes are on www.kelbytraining.com, and it's like $19 for a months worth of classes. It's a great deal for what you get. </p>

<p>Saw this charger on Amazon. Sounds tens better than carrying around sets of rechargeable batteries. Anyone else have positive experience with the Quantum Turbo?</p>

Thanks for the feedback. I've used iMovie as well, but thought that ProShow would be faster or better.

I'm been using a trial version of ProShow Gold on Mac, by running Windows with VMVusion. I only had a 15-day trial of the ProShow

software, so I didn't get to play around with it as much as I would like. But from what I've seen, I like the program, but I wonder if any any

Mac users out there are using ProShow through Windows/VMVusion? And how well is it working on your Mac?

 

Thanks for the feedback.

The Adobe Configurator which you can download for free also has some promise. It enables you to create a custom panel

of tools so that you use on a regular basis. It's sort of like Actions.

In particular, I'm looking to get better at using off-camera flash and definitely better ideas for posing couples. I read a lot,

but I need the practice and guidance in those areas. My work doesn't have the creative edge that I want.

Thanks Nadine, I just emailed you. I'll look into PP of Northern Calif. But don't under estimate your abilities. The type of

input you give in these forums definitely indicates you could put on a well done workshop. Like I said before, many of the

star presenters are overrated in my view. Yes they do very inspiring work, but that doesn't mean they have the ability to

teach what they do. Oftentimes, these presenters, in my view, are doing workshops to sell their brand. Nothing wrong with

them making money this way, but I just don't want to waste my money and not really learn anything practical from them.

Anyway, thanks again for your feedback.

I was thinking of Nadine when i wrote the question. Her suggestions in these forums are always very specific and practical. As for Joe

Buissink, on the other hand, his workshop are full fluff and little specifics. I traveled to San Fran once to participate in one of his

workshops, and it basically consisted of great slide show presentation of course very high end clients. He told of his success stories and

the all the passion he has for photography. So basically I paid $200 to hear and see what has said in magazine interviews and books

several times. I don't know, maybe I missed something, but I walked out of his "workshop" very disappointed. That's why I'm looking for a

very hands-one workshop where the instructor actually has you use your camera, instead of having you sit and look at his amazing photos.

So yeah, I'll check with Nadine to see if she offers a workshop. I bet she would be a great instructor; not just a slide show presenter.

David, if you like, I'd be happy to download your photo, soften up the skin, and remove the blemishes to show you what

type of improvement it would make on the photo. It is not "over-shopping" the photo. It's doing what good photographers

always do, and that is make your client look appealing without changing who she really is. You can show both versions of

the photo to the client, and I guarantee you she will select the soften version. The technique is one I learned from Scott

Kelby, and it's extremely easy to do.

Opps, edited verrsion:

I agree that it's a well-lit and expose photo as well. You might consider, however, doing a soft focus application in

Photoshop to soften up her skin a little. Keep everything else sharp, including her eyes, teeth, hair, and flowers. You might

also clone out the dots on her left shoulder as well. They can be a distraction. Overall, though, this is a very nice portrait.

I'm sure the bride will be very happy with it.

I agree that it's a well-lit and expose photo as well. You might consider, however, doing a soft focus application in Photoshop to soften her skin a little. Keep everything else sharp, but soften up the skin a little. You might out the dots on

her left shoulder as well. They can be a little of a distraction. Overall, though, is a very nice portrait. I'm sure the bride will

be very happy with it.

I really want to take my wedding photography skills to next level, and I think it would helpful to enroll in say a week long workshop. But it

seems like most of the workshop by the veteran photographers like David Ziser are held back east. So I'm looking for good seminars or

workshops held say in Bay Area. The mini-workshops (1-4hours) don't do much for me. I'm looking for ones that are more hands-on.

Appreciate any and all feedback.

I downloaded the trial version a few days ago, and I'm finding this version faster on my computer. I kinda like the interface

better, and I especially like that it includes the Vibrancy feature, preview cloning, and the advance adjustment tools in one

panel. Though I don't look forward to paying the upgrade fee (since CS3 has only been out a little over year), I think the new

features are great, but not essential if you need to get some other things first.

Typically these tours involve a presentation and maybe a collection of vendors. It's a good way to get stuff at discount. I

really like David Jay's work, but he's in whole different league than your average photographer. So personally, if you're new

to wedding photography, I would save your money and invest in something that you can use over the long term. Far too

often, IMHO, presenters simply offer their personal stories as if they can be duplicated by many others, and they can't. I

hate to sound negative, but I've paid for a couple workshop tours like this and I came away with very little. I'm saving

money so that I can take a week long workshop offer by say David Ziser, where you get lots of hands-on instruction.

Anyway, just my two cents.

Jaime, if wedding photography is your main business, I wouldn't go with that image.

It views more like ad for Canon than for wedding photography. I kinda like your logo

because I've been struggling very hard to create one of my own. You might want to

play around with putting the "aime" and "ealey" in a different color to contrast with

the larger letters.

 

The idea you have though is good one and could work maybe as part of folded

brochure. I would think that some brides like to know that a photographer has

professional equipment.

Looking back on the shoot, guys, I really think it was the spot metering that was

causing the confusion. But I am starting to practice more with the full Manual control. I

do use the LCD/histogram, but I must admit that the LCD screen on the 30D is not my

favorite. I've gotten spoiled by the larger LCD on my Canon Powershot G9, so I guess I

now have a better excuse for getting a 40D or 5D.

Okay, I'll practice that more. I figure if I kept the Av at around 5.6 and the ISO around

400-600 that the camera would take care of shutter for me.

I'm gonna practice with these tips. I've seen a video about the great card and I'm gonna

review that. If I can learn to use it without fumbling around with the camera that would

help. Just yesterday I was doing a video shoot and noticed how the photographers got

through their outdoor group portraits much faster than i would have. they didn't spend

much time fumbling with controls.

 

Again, appreciate the feedback.

Here's a sample of the photos. All of them have been corrected and enhanced in

Aperture, but I also included a few them demonstrate of the problems I was having

with exposure during the shoot.

 

http://picasaweb.google.com/bchavanu/EngagementPhotos

 

Thanks for the feedback.

Here's a sample of the photos. All of them have been corrected and enhanced in Aperture, but I also included a few them demonstrate of the problems I was having with

exposure during the shoot.

 

Thanks for the feedback.