TEN TOP TIPS
These little gems may just help you in a pinch
1 HAVE A BACKUP If a vital piece of equipment breaks you won’t have time to go and buy a replacement, so make sure you have a contingency plan.
2 CAPTURE THE FIRSTS The first look, the first kiss, the first dance – these are the moments the couple will want to look back on in years to come.
3 CANDIDS ARE IMPORTANT The couple will be so busy on the day that being able to see photos of their guests enjoying the wedding after the day is always greatly appreciated.
4 WAIT FOR A SMILE When photographing guests, bide your time and wait to capture the moment just as they smile – no one wants photos of their guests looking bored!
5 DRESS TO IMPRESS Although you’re not formally a guest at the wedding, you should at least dress like you are so that you can blend in and aren’t an unwanted distraction.
6 HIRE A SECOND SHOOTER Booking a second photographer to join you will reduce the pressure and provide you with an extra set of hands for capturing candid shots.
7 PACK PLENTY You’ll quickly go through batteries and memory cards, so make sure you pack plenty of spares or risk being caught out!
8 MUTE YOUR CAMERA Nobody wants to hear your camera constantly beeping during the ceremony, so mute any unnecessary noises to avoid becoming a distraction.
9 BOLD BUT NOT OBTRUSIVE Don’t be afraid to get stuck into the action, but always be aware of how your presence will affect the moment.
10 BACK UP AS YOU GO If you want to be super-cautious, bring a laptop with you and back up your images during your lunch break.