On 19/05/2008, at 12:36 PM, Ali Shah wrote:
> I photographed a traditional American Christian
> wedding on Saturday.
Traditional? Nah - that's contemporary. Traditional involves a lot
more white, none of that floozy behaviour from the bride, a well
armed father of the bride (shotgun) and wing collars. Mind you, the
officious pastor is getting close.
I did see one locally the other day based around the steam train -
bride was was a huge goth wearing a red wedding dress. Hilarious. I'd
have offered to shoot that.
> I ran into a bit of a problem
> in the Church when the Priest told me to stay off the
> 'sanctuary' and then finally telling me that he would
> 'kick me out' if I didnt stay off the sanctuary. He
> also cornered me after the ceremony and told me that
> every Church has its own policy and if it had been
> another Church...I might have been kicked out. I had
> asked the Bride to make sure that I could walk around
> freely and she assured me that it would be OK. Both
> Bride and Groom were apologetic afterward anyway.
>
Clearly the priest doesn't understand the purpose of wedding
ceremonies. I mean, if it's just about getting married, you wouldn't
need all the fuss and expense.
> I noted one photographer using a tripod and wondered
> why? It wasnt dark outside.
>
To make it look as if he's earning his exorbitant fee. Actually I
suspect it's a good idea when doing the groups - it not only makes it
look like serious business but it forces the combatants to come to
you and stand where they're told in the set-up.
> Overall a great experience...the bridal party
> consisted of 10 people including Bride and Groom. I
> beleive I was able to capture some nice photos,
> particularly in the Church which proved to be a
> challenge.
Good stuff. I particularly like the way that the bride has selected
bridesmaids who will make her look thin.
Nice that you enjoyed the day.
Now, quit while you're ahead.
Andrew Fildes
afildes@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
==============================================
List usage info: http://www.zuikoholic.com
List nannies: olympusadmin@xxxxxxxxxx
==============================================
|