Good Pictures Tips - By photographer Glen Johnson "Digital Wedding Photography: Capturing Beautiful Memories"
Decorate the girl's room just as carefully as you would any other part of the wedding location, because a large portion of your pictures will be taken there. When you choose a location, pick a room with some r-o-o-m and lots of natural light. On the wedding day, have your girls clean up all the non-wedding messes such as piles of blue jeans and tennis shoes or other clothing that are not wedding related, but don't make the room too neat; messes are okay if they are wedding messes. Empty boxes and bags should be placed somewhere outside the dressing room. It looks wonderful to have all the dresses hanging and shoeslying around on the floor, but they look awful if they are still in the box, or if they have piles of plastic wrappers and cardboard boxes lying next to them. Flowers also look much better in some sort of vases instead of the cardboard boxes the florist packed them in. Cover up any ugly furniture with plain white drape cloth.
Lighting is extremely important for the girl's dressing room. The windows absolutely must be open to bring in the natural light. If you have anything distracting or unsightly that would be visible through the open windows, place some light gauzy curtains over them to cut back on the views while still allowing the light to comein. If you have no window light, think romance, and get creative. Use lots of candles or little Christmas lights placed around the room.
Shafts of sunlight streaming in the windos may look great to human eyes, but that extreme level of brightness is an otherwise dark room is a photographer's nightmare. If you must use a room with direct sun on the windows, put up some curtains to diffuse it. You can also put light cotton cloth over the outside of the window in order to cut down the direct sun. If you want the absolute best lighting for your dressing room, pick something large, north facing windows - this is a photographer's dream come true.
Have your little and precious thinks with you. If he sent you flowers and a romantic card, don't put it away yet, leave that around, I'm sure you want to remember those things, we love to photograph details, that's what make weddings unique. Have your jewelry, shoes, purse, flowers set to go for the photographer.
The absolute best time for romantic photo shoot is the hour before sunset and about twenty or so minutes past sunset. This is what photographers refer to as the "Golden Hour". The light is low, golden and very soft. Allow yourself time for this shoots, I'm sure you will want those shoots for your album, and romance doesn't really happen in 10 minutes.
Here some suggestions to improve the romantic pictures:
Don't smash faces together when you kiss. The most romantic part of the kiss is that moment just before the lips actually make contact. Take it slow as you get in close and linger at that place where there is about an inch between your lips.
Try not to tilt your head to the sidewhen you kiss. Face straight on at your partner so that the photographer can see both faces from the side.
Don't pucker your lips out when you kiss. Kiss with a relaxed face. When you are not kissing relax your face so much that your mouth hangs slightly open, as you were breathing through the mouth.
When you are walking, try to occasionally lean in for a kiss without completly stopping.
Be aware of draping your hands over your partner in a very relaxed way. Clenched fists and stiff fingers translate that feeling into the whole image.
If you have an idea for a picture or a pose, don't be affraid of suggesting, it might be silly at first and don't work, but certainly can develop into something great.
Other than that just relaxe, play, dance, laught, it's you day... we want to see your joy through the lenses.
Wednesday, March 21, 2007
Saturday, March 17, 2007
Engagement photo basics
Everything you need to know to capture the perfect engagement photos. By Siobhan Adcock - The Knot Magazine
Why take engagement photos?(Besides just to document what a good looking couple you are). Submit a shot to your local paper with your engagement announcement, use them creativily in your wedding day decor, or give framed prints to your families. Need an ultrapractical reason to schedule an engagement photo shoot? It's a great opportunity to test-drive your wedding photographer. Read on for the basics to help you make the most of your premarital mug shots.
Make it snappy
The best time to snap your paired-up pics depends on how and when you plan to use them. Here's a rundown of photo scheduling options - choose whatever works for you:
Day one/two: Take a picture of yourselves to commemorate the moment you get engaged-you'll already be wearing a photogenically(and naturally) happy smile!
First month" Schedule a photo shoot early in your engagement if you plan to submit a formal engagement announcement with a photo to your local paper(check your paper's guideline for specific pose or print quality requirements, which are often listed on the newspaper's website)
When you set the wedding date
Have a photo taken for your wedding website or save-the-date - many couples incorporate photos of themselves into the design. If this trend appeals to you and you're planning to send guests an early heads-up, have photos taken eight to ten month before the wedding, int time to print and send save-the-dates no later than six months before the wedding.
Six to eight months before
You can also take engagement pictures once you're booked your wedding photographer or when you're narrowing down your final choice (which should occur when your planning countdown hits the eight-month-prior mark).
Three month before
If you plan to submit a shot with your newspaper wedding announcements, check their guidelines for specifics and schedule a picture-taking session at least three months before the wedding. Larger newspaper ask to receive weddings submissions up to six weeks before the event, and you want to factor in fout to six weeks before the deadline to see your proofs and make prints.
Two month before
Trying out weddings day looks? Schedule hair and makeup trial appointments the same day as your engagement photo session to capture a preview of your wedding day fabulousness on film.
Up to one month before
Planning to feature your smilling faces on the wedding program, the favors, or plastered on the hot air ballon in which you'll be leaving the reception? Schedule pictures in plenty of time to see proofs, select your favorites, and get everything you need printed up.
TIP Be prepared for print
If you're submitting your photos to a newspaper, check the requirements and bring them with you to the shoot. You'll have to inform your photographer if there are any preferences as to black-and-white or color, glossy or matte and size ranges (4x6 to 5x7)
Who calls the shoots?
Many photographer include an engagement photo session as part of the overall packages, which presents a good opportunity to see your photographer in action. It also gives the photographer the chance to experiment with flattering angles, poses, and lighting levels before the wedding day. If you haven't booked your nuptial shutter bug-yet, look at engagement photos as a chance to audition your top choice.
Take aim
Before you call a photographer, have a heart-to-heart with your sweetie about what kinds of engagement photos you'd like-posed or candid, formal or casual. Again, let your decisions be guided by how you plan to use the pics: Will they be hanging on grandma's wall, reproduced in Black-and-white newsprint, or shrunk down to the size of a quarter for personalized favors stickers? Advance planning will help you make the most of your pictures. Some photo-friendly options to consider for your engagement shoot:
Bring it outside
There's no need to spend a day cooped up in a photographer's studio if you don't want to. Visit a nearby arboretum or botanical garden, or hit your favorite downtown landmark. Your photographer may be able to suggest local sites that make great backdrops for your pictures too. Talk about locations you like when you make your appointment.
Make yourself at home: Your home is your comfort zone, and when you're confortable, you look better on camera. Choose a more scenic area like your living room or front stoop- the bedroom may be a little creepy.
Stage your shoot at a significant site, like where you shared your fisrt date.
Around your world in a day
Create a meaningful backdrop for your engagement photos be revisiting nearby sites that are significant to the two of you: the restaurant where you had your first date, the ice cream shop you frequent on Sundays, the bus stop where you shared an umbrella - you get the idea. While the camera's snapping, retell your best couple stories and relive a few of the moments that brought you together. It's a blue ribbon recipe for a series of romantic, fun candids.
Get close
You probably don't need to be persuaded to get close to your fiance, but do plan to get a few affectionate close-up pictures: hug, hold hands, sling your arm around his shoulders. You're in love, show it off!
Ready, dressed, go
An engagement photo does not require you to shop for matching outfits- you're getting married, not becoming the Bobbsey Twins. But clashing plaids and flasing bling do not make a pretty picture. Here are some of our basic guidelines fro dressing the part:
The duds
Wheteher you're going formal or casual, solid colors are a must. Try to avoid plaids, florals, patterns, and head to toe black or white clothing-keep the silhouettes streamlines. Some couples coordenate their clothing palettes to the point of looking a bit matchy, but there is no need to go overboard. If you are worried about color, pick a neutral and few coordinating color tones you both like (gray with blue and violet for instance, or brown with pink and blue) and stick to those hues.
The details
Keep your jewelry ultrasimple to avoid flashy distraction in your pics. For mem, that means leave your watch and your pinky ring on the dresser. Women should stick to unfussy earrings with a simple necklace or bracet (or one statement piece), and your engagement ring.
The Knot Boston Magazine Spring/ Summer 2007
ALICE PEPPLOW PHOTOGRAPHY OFFER ENGAGEMENT SESSION ON THE WEDDING PACKAGES: ROSES, CALLA LILIES AND TULIPS. YOU CAN ALSO TALK TO ALICE TO INCLUDE ON YOUR CUSTOM PACKAGE.
CLICK HERE TO SEE MORE ABOUT THE PACKAGES
Why take engagement photos?(Besides just to document what a good looking couple you are). Submit a shot to your local paper with your engagement announcement, use them creativily in your wedding day decor, or give framed prints to your families. Need an ultrapractical reason to schedule an engagement photo shoot? It's a great opportunity to test-drive your wedding photographer. Read on for the basics to help you make the most of your premarital mug shots.
Make it snappy
The best time to snap your paired-up pics depends on how and when you plan to use them. Here's a rundown of photo scheduling options - choose whatever works for you:
Day one/two: Take a picture of yourselves to commemorate the moment you get engaged-you'll already be wearing a photogenically(and naturally) happy smile!
First month" Schedule a photo shoot early in your engagement if you plan to submit a formal engagement announcement with a photo to your local paper(check your paper's guideline for specific pose or print quality requirements, which are often listed on the newspaper's website)
When you set the wedding date
Have a photo taken for your wedding website or save-the-date - many couples incorporate photos of themselves into the design. If this trend appeals to you and you're planning to send guests an early heads-up, have photos taken eight to ten month before the wedding, int time to print and send save-the-dates no later than six months before the wedding.
Six to eight months before
You can also take engagement pictures once you're booked your wedding photographer or when you're narrowing down your final choice (which should occur when your planning countdown hits the eight-month-prior mark).
Three month before
If you plan to submit a shot with your newspaper wedding announcements, check their guidelines for specifics and schedule a picture-taking session at least three months before the wedding. Larger newspaper ask to receive weddings submissions up to six weeks before the event, and you want to factor in fout to six weeks before the deadline to see your proofs and make prints.
Two month before
Trying out weddings day looks? Schedule hair and makeup trial appointments the same day as your engagement photo session to capture a preview of your wedding day fabulousness on film.
Up to one month before
Planning to feature your smilling faces on the wedding program, the favors, or plastered on the hot air ballon in which you'll be leaving the reception? Schedule pictures in plenty of time to see proofs, select your favorites, and get everything you need printed up.
TIP Be prepared for print
If you're submitting your photos to a newspaper, check the requirements and bring them with you to the shoot. You'll have to inform your photographer if there are any preferences as to black-and-white or color, glossy or matte and size ranges (4x6 to 5x7)
Who calls the shoots?
Many photographer include an engagement photo session as part of the overall packages, which presents a good opportunity to see your photographer in action. It also gives the photographer the chance to experiment with flattering angles, poses, and lighting levels before the wedding day. If you haven't booked your nuptial shutter bug-yet, look at engagement photos as a chance to audition your top choice.
Take aim
Before you call a photographer, have a heart-to-heart with your sweetie about what kinds of engagement photos you'd like-posed or candid, formal or casual. Again, let your decisions be guided by how you plan to use the pics: Will they be hanging on grandma's wall, reproduced in Black-and-white newsprint, or shrunk down to the size of a quarter for personalized favors stickers? Advance planning will help you make the most of your pictures. Some photo-friendly options to consider for your engagement shoot:
Bring it outside
There's no need to spend a day cooped up in a photographer's studio if you don't want to. Visit a nearby arboretum or botanical garden, or hit your favorite downtown landmark. Your photographer may be able to suggest local sites that make great backdrops for your pictures too. Talk about locations you like when you make your appointment.
Make yourself at home: Your home is your comfort zone, and when you're confortable, you look better on camera. Choose a more scenic area like your living room or front stoop- the bedroom may be a little creepy.
Stage your shoot at a significant site, like where you shared your fisrt date.
Around your world in a day
Create a meaningful backdrop for your engagement photos be revisiting nearby sites that are significant to the two of you: the restaurant where you had your first date, the ice cream shop you frequent on Sundays, the bus stop where you shared an umbrella - you get the idea. While the camera's snapping, retell your best couple stories and relive a few of the moments that brought you together. It's a blue ribbon recipe for a series of romantic, fun candids.
Get close
You probably don't need to be persuaded to get close to your fiance, but do plan to get a few affectionate close-up pictures: hug, hold hands, sling your arm around his shoulders. You're in love, show it off!
Ready, dressed, go
An engagement photo does not require you to shop for matching outfits- you're getting married, not becoming the Bobbsey Twins. But clashing plaids and flasing bling do not make a pretty picture. Here are some of our basic guidelines fro dressing the part:
The duds
Wheteher you're going formal or casual, solid colors are a must. Try to avoid plaids, florals, patterns, and head to toe black or white clothing-keep the silhouettes streamlines. Some couples coordenate their clothing palettes to the point of looking a bit matchy, but there is no need to go overboard. If you are worried about color, pick a neutral and few coordinating color tones you both like (gray with blue and violet for instance, or brown with pink and blue) and stick to those hues.
The details
Keep your jewelry ultrasimple to avoid flashy distraction in your pics. For mem, that means leave your watch and your pinky ring on the dresser. Women should stick to unfussy earrings with a simple necklace or bracet (or one statement piece), and your engagement ring.
The Knot Boston Magazine Spring/ Summer 2007
ALICE PEPPLOW PHOTOGRAPHY OFFER ENGAGEMENT SESSION ON THE WEDDING PACKAGES: ROSES, CALLA LILIES AND TULIPS. YOU CAN ALSO TALK TO ALICE TO INCLUDE ON YOUR CUSTOM PACKAGE.
CLICK HERE TO SEE MORE ABOUT THE PACKAGES
Saturday, March 10, 2007
Weddings Investment
While documenting the whole story of the day with a unique blend of photojournalistic and bold traditional styles, Alice has the rare ability to see and capture exquisite natural beauty in what most people see as average everyday moments. Allowing you relive these beautiful feelings every time you look at your wedding album.
Engagement Sitting
You can have a taste of the photographer’s talent before hand; this will make you more comfortable with the camera having great impact in how your wedding pictures will look. It can be schedule to your favorite park, place, or even the place where he proposed. Get a beautiful print for you to frame and display at the reception hall.
Albums
Albums are custom designed with your pictures to tell the story of your day.After you take a look at the online proofs, select between 60 and 100 pictures for your album, a meeting will be scheduled to discuss the lay out of the album. Albums sold separately.
Albums can range from $1000.00 and up depending on the style, number of pages and complexity of design.
Web Gallery
Online gallery of the wedding and engagement pictures will be available for family and friends to view.
DVD Slide Show
Special custom DVD with about 50 of your pictures and background music to watch on TV.
Second Photographer
Get a second angle with another professional photographer for the same event.
Investment
Wedding Packages range from $1500.00 to $7200.00, prices will vary depending on the hours coverage, choice of albums and additional products. Set a non obligation appointment to see the products and prices.
Payments for the packages are due before the event, $500.00 at booking and contract (this will hold your date) and the remaining balance is due two weeks before the event. Talk to Alice to work out a payment plan. Please note that we work on the First Come First Serve basis, meaning that your date will be reserved for you only with the signed contract and a deposit. Until we receive the deposit and signed contract the date remains available for any bride that wishes to book.
Prices are subject to Massachusetts Sales Tax
All the pictures are offered in color, black and white or sepia tone with no extra charge.
We serve Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut and New Hampshire and we are also available for destination weddings.
*Prices are subject to changes without notice. Due to the nature of this business all purchases are final.
Email Alice now to check available dates info@theimagerystudio.com
Friday, March 9, 2007
My Family
This is my so beloved Family in Brazil, at least part of, my sister with my nephew, my mom, my niece with her adorable baby. The beach is at Honey Island.
Este é minha tão amada família no Brasil, pelo menos uma parte, minha irmã com meu sobrinho, minha mãezinha querida, minha sobrinha com o Jeanzinho. A praia é na Ilha do Mel.
Este é minha tão amada família no Brasil, pelo menos uma parte, minha irmã com meu sobrinho, minha mãezinha querida, minha sobrinha com o Jeanzinho. A praia é na Ilha do Mel.
Friends at the park
These are my dear friends from Brazil, we did these pictures in the end of the day on the Park Barigui on my last vacation on February. I had such a great time, thanks girls for all the love.
Essas sao minhas grandes amigas do Brasil, nós fizemos essas fotos no fim da tarde no Parque Barigui nas últimas férias em fevereiro. Me diverti muito, obrigada pelo carinho meninas.
Tuesday, March 6, 2007
PPAM Member
Alice is one of the new members at Professional Photographer Association of Massachusetts (PPAM). During the last photographers conference in Plymouth, MA last weekend, she was accepted as new member.
"Thanks to all photographers present at the conference, to PPAM and specially to those who present so much new, cool things. I've learned a lot and I'm very excited with very promissing year starting. Thanks to all my new photographer friends that made me feel so welcome as well."
"Thanks to all photographers present at the conference, to PPAM and specially to those who present so much new, cool things. I've learned a lot and I'm very excited with very promissing year starting. Thanks to all my new photographer friends that made me feel so welcome as well."
Guest Book
Thanks for stopping by! I would love to hear from you.
Obrigada pela visita! Não esqueça de deixar sua mensagem.
FAQ Weddings
Q. What about the price
A. The wedding coverage starts at $2000.00 for 8 hours coverage.I also offer custom packages/ off season prices for weddings in January, February, March and April.Set a appointment, I will be happy to show you my portfolio and discuss the best option for you budget.
Q. How many pictures do you take per event or sitting?
A. I don't like to put a limit on my creativity. I'll shoot as much as I think I need to best tell the story of your day.
Q. Are the images Black and White or Color?
A. Because I shoot only digital I shoot all in Color mode, so any files can be edit and transform to Black and White, Sepia Tone or kept as Color.
Q. After the wedding or sitting how long does it take to see our images?
A. We go over all the photographs to narrow down and come up with the best selection to tell your story. This process can take anywhere from 4 to 6 weeks.
Q. How do we view our images?
A. All of your wedding images are posted on a personal password protected online gallery. This gallery can be shared with friends and family across the globe. This unique service allows you the freedom to view your files in the comfort of your own home when ever you choose. You can find the link to the galleries through the Event page on the website or through the Blog at Client Gallery Acess. After this time we schedule an appointment for you to come to the studio and place your order, we can help to select products and give you ideas like collages, multiple images, and even ideas on how to decorate your home with your new images. We have several display ideas. Ask us about the Inspire Guide.
Q. What kind of equipment do you use?
A. I work with high quality Canon professional digital equipment, I look to upgrade and get the best on the market. I believe the camera and high speed lenses are the best tools to provide my clients with high quality images. I carry backups of everything just in case there is a malfunction. I am well aware of the fact that there are no re-shoots at weddings
A. The wedding coverage starts at $2000.00 for 8 hours coverage.I also offer custom packages/ off season prices for weddings in January, February, March and April.Set a appointment, I will be happy to show you my portfolio and discuss the best option for you budget.
Q. How many pictures do you take per event or sitting?
A. I don't like to put a limit on my creativity. I'll shoot as much as I think I need to best tell the story of your day.
Q. Are the images Black and White or Color?
A. Because I shoot only digital I shoot all in Color mode, so any files can be edit and transform to Black and White, Sepia Tone or kept as Color.
Q. After the wedding or sitting how long does it take to see our images?
A. We go over all the photographs to narrow down and come up with the best selection to tell your story. This process can take anywhere from 4 to 6 weeks.
Q. How do we view our images?
A. All of your wedding images are posted on a personal password protected online gallery. This gallery can be shared with friends and family across the globe. This unique service allows you the freedom to view your files in the comfort of your own home when ever you choose. You can find the link to the galleries through the Event page on the website or through the Blog at Client Gallery Acess. After this time we schedule an appointment for you to come to the studio and place your order, we can help to select products and give you ideas like collages, multiple images, and even ideas on how to decorate your home with your new images. We have several display ideas. Ask us about the Inspire Guide.
Q. What kind of equipment do you use?
A. I work with high quality Canon professional digital equipment, I look to upgrade and get the best on the market. I believe the camera and high speed lenses are the best tools to provide my clients with high quality images. I carry backups of everything just in case there is a malfunction. I am well aware of the fact that there are no re-shoots at weddings
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