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<p>Here's a thought; If your client has permission to be on the grounds of the arena, then that part is covered. Your skyline shot, if you do it this way, could be a wireless camera set up on a telescoping pole from the public area such as a sidewalk. But then again you have distance issues to deal with. I would still have a clause in the contract such as the one Doug Santo has suggested.</p>

<p>I agree with Mark as to payments. Using PayPal there is still a fee, a very small fee. Your client also has the security know that it is a secure site for making payments over the internet.<br />As for a proofing site, I'm a little confused at what you're saying. (Maybe it's morning and I'm not thinking straight, lol). I use a web hosting site that allows me to upload my entire event and also a proofing E-Commerce so clients can buy prints if they desire. You might want to check it out. Keep in mind, we all have our preferences and opinions of how we want to showcase our work. Go with whats comfortable with you. The hosting site is geared to photographers: <a href="http://www.bigblackbag.com">www.bigblackbag.com</a></p>

<p>@ Matt, that was funny as hell.</p>

<p>Nadine, I'm not too worried about what others say. I just wanted to clarify things up a bit and like most, some get it and some don't. I have an upbeat personality and most things don't bother me. As for the Uncle Bob's out there, yes there seems to be more and more of them. I do find that while photographing a wedding, most will want to talk shop and learn more. I am always willing to help those who ask and give them tips. I find that I do this at my studio as well. People are always coming in for advice and I give it free of charge. I love to teach others on the many uses of cameras.<br>

I do get on photo.net often but don't have the time to read and write posts. Now that the season is winding down a bit, I may be able to read more, maybe. When I am in the market for new products, I ALWAYS view reports contributed to members of this site prior to purchasing.</p><div></div>

<p>BTW, Tom, I NEVER leave my camera at the table. It was actually an almost empty camera bag. Sorry I didn't get into detail with that. It wasn't the point I was trying to make.<br>

A final note; I am a very outgoing, entertaining person. I have a great attitude and loads of patience. I love photographing weddings and people and they have enjoyed me as their photographer. In 20 years of photographing people, not one of them have complained about me, knock on wood. If I didn't love doing it, I would not have been doing it for so long. There are a lot of jobs out there that pay a lot more.</p>

<p>OK everyone let’s take a deep breath here, I was just having fun about a particular wedding as I mentioned. Maybe Mike was the only one who caught this.<br>

I have been on photo.net for over 5yrs, however, been shooting wedding since 1990. The reason I don't post all the time is because I don't have the time. I am very busy running a studio. I photograph more than just weddings. It is my full time profession and when I am no photographing I am in the digital darkroom, editing, creating, and building albums. When not doing that, if you do this full time, you are going to chamber meetings, school meetings and working with advertisers and others. So please forgive me if I don't have the time to sit in front of my computer to teach and PLAY on the computer.<br>

It was just something that I wanted to share. Most post speak of how glamorous wedding photography can be with amateurs asking questions of, "How can I get into the business?" Just letting them know that it's hard work and sometimes not as glamorous as they may think.<br>

Smile, laugh a little, ok?</p>

<p>Your shoes are polished and your suit, tux or outfit has been cleaned and ironed. You grab your expensive camera and lenses and you head out the door. Thoughts of perfect images are running through your mind as you drive to the location. It's going to be a perfect day.<br>

As your photographing your bride and groom, aunt Betty decides that she needs to get the same shot as you using her semi-pro camera she received as a gift, maybe. Aunt Betty is constantly getting in your way. You ask kindly that she move to another area. Yeah, right. As the formals are happening, her and others decide to take more photographs as you set up the shots. She soon begins asking the couple to move into another position for her shot as your blood begins to boil. You know that circumstances such as this was included in your contract. As you are trying to be patient and professional, not wanting to upset the bride and groom, you stand back. Finally, the groom shouts out, "We are paying him/her to take photos, please step back". This only lasts a few minutes before she takes more photos. Nobody tells aunt Betty what to do.<br>

Your at the reception and aunt Betty is still there beside you, wanting the same position your in. She wants to prove herself a professional while cutting the cake, the toast, etc. She insists that her camera and creativity are better than yours. You sit down for dinner and she is at your table. You excuse yourself to use the restroom, only when you return, aunt Betty moved your cameras so others can sit down with her. How's your temperature about now? You kindly excuse yourself and find another seat.<br>

While photographing the bride and groom during their first dance, aunt Betty decides to use her flash the same time you do. By the way, not a very flattering photo. She also wants to be on the other side so she is in every shot. At the same time, another guest decides they want to dance at the same time, with an open drink in their hand. You move, they move. Eventually, the intoxicated guest decides to "accidentally" bump into you spilling their drink all over you and your camera. She asks, "Why did you get in my way?" Really?<br>

You finally go home, sit in your favorite chair to relax and let it go. A couple hours later, you try to get up and you find your legs are sore from standing and running the last 7-10 hours, you can't move. Congratulations, your a wedding photographer. Well, at least after several years of perfecting your craft. Thank God for insurance!<br>

I thought I would post this for fun. After several years being a professional photographer, this has happened. I am not trying to make the newcomer go away, just aware. There is more to photographing weddings than a fancy camera, lenses and a willing bride and groom. Cover your butt with insurance, extra cameras, lenses, flashes, contracts and all the other legal stuff to protect you. Its not "IF" it happens, it's "WHEN" it happens.</p>

<p><strong>Moderator Note:</strong> Kevin, I might be willing to overlook the fact that the image you posted isn't directly pertinent to your post, other than (I assume), this must be the couple you just photographed. However, since the image is too large to show up in the thread, I must remove the image. I am asking you, though, to re-post the image in a smaller size. The image should be 700 pixels wide and 100 kbytes or less or it does not show up in the thread. In addition, you must enter a caption or it will not show up in the thread.</p>

<p>I have been working with my Canon Rebel XT since it came out. I love it. However, I have a problem that I am hoping someone out there can help me with.<br>

I normally shoot in RAW format. As we all know, just in case. My problem is that I seem to lose color. For example; I shoot a photo outside on a beautiful blue sky sunny afternoon. The photo in the camera looks great. However, when I download the photo in PS CS2, it seems that the blue sky dissapears. It becomes white. Now if I adjust my exposure in PS RAW conversion to less, the blue sky comes out but the subjects are very dark.<br>

Is there a setting I am missing in the camera itself prior to taking the photograph? Or, is there a way in RAW conversion to keep everything in perspective and have an awesome color photograph?<br>

Thanks for your time.<br>

Kevin</p>

Thanks to all who have contributed to my question. I will take them into consideration and try all of them when I shoot my next photo. Soon, I will post some photos for you to critique.

I noticed that most of the photos are very rich in color on

Photo.net, deep blue skies and color that is very brilliant. I have

tried a variety of things on my own to get rich color in my images.

I own a Canon Digital Rebel XT, can anyone give me ideas on how to

achieve rich photographs? Is it a certain filter or Photoshop

techniques? Thanks in advance for your help and support.

Kevin