When searching for a professional wedding photographer, couples should look for a photographer that is good at reducing distractions in the background of their images. No one likes seeing candlesticks, flowers, or DJ lights growing out of people's heads in every photo.
In order to reduce the distractions in the background, your photographer will have to both adjust on the move by bending down, climbing up, changing an angle, or waiting just a moment to align the person in the photo so the offending object is hidden behind the subject. Your pro photographer may also quickly adjust the scene by moving a few things around (such as moving candlesticks slightly closer or farther apart) in order to hide them behind you during certain photos.
Whether it's getting ready, ceremony, or reception photos, your pro photographer should always be on the move and simplifying the backgrounds in each photo so the subjects shine. This means you should look for a photographer that talks to you about constantly moving around the scene to find the best angle. When asking for a photographer recommendation from a friend or former bride, ask them if the photographer moved around a lot, bent down or climbed up slightly (on a step stool, chair, etc.), or got in place and waited a few seconds before taking each photo. This is a GOOD THING. It means that the photographer is looking for the very best shot in each circumstance and is willing to move himself/herself instead of just taking whatever shot presents itself (even if you have a flower growing out of your head).
Yes, it's absolutely exhausting to photograph weddings in this way. But the results are worth it! Go out and find that energetic pro photographer with an artistic eye for simplifying distractions in the backgrounds, the technical skills to use the correct settings ahead of time to be ready for the photo, and the patience to not grab the first shot that presents itself and move on. You'll be glad you did!
If you would like to discuss your wedding needs with Bella Vita Studios, a privately owned photography studio in Fort Wayne (each wedding is personally photographed by the owner, Kris), you can give them a call at 260-440-3889 or 260-438-7246. You can also email them at bellavitastudios@gmail.com.
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