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steevo8
07-22-2008, 12:09 AM
havent had time to edit much but heres a couple

the bride and groom decided to do a sand ceremony and these were the jars of sand before the wedding..

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc175/stevoeight/IMG_504912-copy.jpg



the groom on the right and the brides brother on the left..

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc175/stevoeight/IMG_4966-copy.jpg



one of the bridesmaids keeping worm with a groomsman's jacket.

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc175/stevoeight/wendyboarder-copy.jpg


pic of my dad and I.. think we look a little alike maybe lol (pic wasnt taken by me but it was my camera so Ill claim it anyways)

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc175/stevoeight/IMG_5070small-copy.jpg

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc175/stevoeight/IMG_5045web.jpg

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc175/stevoeight/IMG_5086web.jpg

RgistRdShowoffIX
07-22-2008, 12:18 AM
wow very nice scenery. where was this?

steevo8
07-22-2008, 12:27 AM
It was at Sbraia's in the drycreek valley just outside of Healdsburg. I should have a few more shots done tomorrow Ill post up.

http://www.sbragia.com/welcome/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1

steevo8
07-22-2008, 08:48 AM
bump for a couple pics added.

DirectorSe7en
07-22-2008, 09:16 AM
Nice pics. You and your Dad do look hella alike.




http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc175/stevoeight/IMG_5045web.jpg

.....Secret Service? lol.

steevo8
07-22-2008, 09:44 PM
heres a couple more.. I wouldnt mind some constructive criticism from you photo pros.

http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc175/stevoeight/IMG_5101-copy.jpg


http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc175/stevoeight/IMG_5122web.jpg



http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc175/stevoeight/IMG_5152-copy.jpg



http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc175/stevoeight/IMG_5110-copy.jpg



http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc175/stevoeight/IMG_50491-copy.jpg

lncrevoviii
07-23-2008, 12:51 PM
awesome pics.

RgistRdShowoffIX
07-25-2008, 12:35 PM
haha the new set looks good too. :lol:

The only constructive criticism is maybe using some fill flash to balance the shadows.
http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc175/stevoeight/IMG_5122web.jpg

:P i'm far from pro tho so.

steevo8
07-25-2008, 01:19 PM
yeah I need to buy a decent flash.. Everything I shot with fill flash that day turned out like crap regardless of what the flash exposure was set at.

KakimotoEVO
07-25-2008, 03:16 PM
yeah I need to buy a decent flash.. Everything I shot with fill flash that day turned out like crap regardless of what the flash exposure was set at.


Yeah, I've done 8 or 9 full weddings now. And outdoor flash is the hardest thing to master for me so far. Even with the Nikon TTL BL setting, it's still very inconsistent. Now when I shoot outdoors, I just put it P mode and set the SB-800 flash to TTL BL. For portraits, I set the flash 45 degrees to the subject and I use a Gary Fong diffuser. I'd rather capture the moment with a decent exposure than to fumble with the manual settings and end up missing the shot completely.

Were you the only shooter of the day? Were you covering the entire event? There is a list of "money" shots you should look for. The Money shots will tell a story for the day, and the day is usually split into 4 acts:

- The Backstage Transformation
- The Ceremony
- The Portraits
- The Celebration

Each act has the important moments like the placing of the veil or the garter, the ring ceremony, the first kiss, the first dance etc.

You should strive to capture these important moments first, and then think about getting the details or the creative shots. You should also think about getting a variety of wide angle and close ups to mix it up.

I am still learning at every wedding. I think it's fun and you meet a lot of bridesmaid, ahem...... people. :P

steevo8
07-25-2008, 05:18 PM
I actually wasnt a photographer at all. I was a groomsman. The Groom was one of my best friends and I decided I would take a few pics just for the hell of it. They had two shooters there that got all the key coverage, and I just took shots when I could. Backstage I was getting ready with everyone else, during the ceremony I was standing up with the rest of the groomsman, and the celebration was low light so I couldnt get many shots to turn out well with the factory flash. I have only owned a slr for about 9 months now and have never taken any photography classes so I just try to shoot as much as possible in hopes to self teach as much as I can. Once I actually know what Im doing I wouldnt mind shooting 2nd or 3rd at a wedding just for the experience.

RgistRdShowoffIX
07-25-2008, 06:54 PM
lol Steve for 9 months of experience your shots aren't too shabby.

steevo8
07-25-2008, 07:02 PM
Thanks man... I really enjoy it so I work pretty hard at it. I have actually only had about 4 months experience :shock: cause I sold my first camera after three months and have now had my 20d for about three weeks. bought my rebel xt to shoot some decent christmas shots last year and have been pretty hooked ever since. Other then just practice I really think learning more about proper lighting and refining my editing skills will really bring my shots to the next level. I think Im going to invest in a decent flash and a couple lenses here soon so I should have some newer more interesting things to post soon. :D

RgistRdShowoffIX
07-25-2008, 09:45 PM
woohoo can't wait :D

DaveLC2
07-28-2008, 12:38 PM
Killer shots bro! They turned out really nice. I have a buddy that has a place a mile or two away from the Dry Creek exit in the outskirts of Healdsburg. Great area too.

Dave

steevo8
07-28-2008, 12:51 PM
oh man. If you go visit him you MUST go drive Skaggs springs road. If you want a guide let me know... It's seriously one of the most awesome roads of all time. It was built for the military to transport stuff in from hwy 1, and has a mix of just about every kind of corner you could think of. Theres a section of about 15miles that's perfect... After that it's a goat path. I rode that 15mile stretch about 8-10 times a week on my bike durring the summer.. It's epic.