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davev · Jun-10-2007, 10:51 AM #1

that I used a DSLR at.

I wasn't the photographer, just an attendee.
I took 15 or so shots, a few of them turned out.

There was a skylight that seemed to put a spotlight on the bride and groom during the wedding.

Equipment: Canon 30D at ISO 800, Canon 28-300is

It helps to have good looking people getting married also.

The Deacon. (aka Mick Jagger)

The bride and groom. (looking a little scared)

Exchanging vows. (she's so happy)

His ring.

I thought this wedding stuff was hard. (just kidding)

Dee · Jun-10-2007, 12:32 PM #2

But you used it to your advantage. These are great photos!

Scotty_R · Jun-10-2007, 05:05 PM #3

I agree with Dee...some very interesting lighting there that served you well. You should quit being a guest.

davev · Jun-10-2007, 06:52 PM #4

Thanks Dee, Scotty.

This was much better than being the real photographer.
I had today free, I guessing their Photog will be working up shots for the next week.

saurora · Jun-10-2007, 07:47 PM #5

These are really super Dave! Boy did they look nervous!!!

As a guest, how did you manage such a great view of the nuptials???
Doesn't appear you seated with the guests, at least not in the last 2 shots. I think you better hang your shingle.

evoryware · Jun-11-2007, 06:00 AM #6

The first one is a winner.

Scott_Quier · Jun-11-2007, 07:15 AM #7

I like the light on the official in the first shot, but the second photograph is a real winner. Just love that light and, like you say, it doesn't hurt to have some beautiful people to photograph!

And, like Scotty_R says, it might be time for you to think about being a working attendee at some of these.

Maybe?

Ed911 · Jun-11-2007, 07:31 AM #8

You have taken some really good photographs...many a pro would be happy to have captured such wonderful shots.

JESTER · Jun-11-2007, 08:21 AM #9

I know people who would kill to get wedding photos anywhere near this great. I love the lighting. You could really make some money at this. That is a very sharp lens for a Canon

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Scott_Quier · Jun-11-2007, 02:57 PM #10

Quote:

Originally Posted by JESTER

That is a very sharp lens for a Canon

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Good thing you were smiling when you said that!

Seneca · Jun-12-2007, 06:32 AM #11

Wow those are great...the lighting was poor...but you did excellent. They [bride and groom]...should be really happy...more than happy.

renay johnson · Jun-12-2007, 07:37 PM #12

What f stop did you use? I still can't believe that is done at ISO 800 you barely see any grain in the background. Did you do alot of PP? I have the 30D and have not used 800 yet (I don't recall going past ISO 400) Those are some nice pictures. I love the natural lighting. If that's your first stab at weddings, wedding photographers have something to worry about LOL

You did a good job.

davev · Jun-12-2007, 09:19 PM #13

Thanks folks.

Renay, I believe the lens was wide open, (f5.6) for all of these. Shutter was from 1/50 to 1/250 of a second. (I really like i.s. lenses)
My post work was A little USM, then crop and resize, for a couple of them I use the noise reduction filter in PSE4, plus a touch of Smart blur.
(smart blur can be very useful in small doses) a small dose of USM again and that's about it.

I'll guess I worked about 2-3 minutes per shot.
The 30D does pretty well at iso 800. Way better than my XTi.

No pros have anything to worry about me cutting in on their action. I know I just got a few lucky shots in.
Like I say, I was just sitting in the crowd snapping a few off.

slight crop, resize only.

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Jun-10-2007, 10:51 AM #1
davev ^OP Getting older by the day Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mn. USA Posts: 3,040	My first wedding... that I used a DSLR at. I wasn't the photographer, just an attendee. I took 15 or so shots, a few of them turned out. There was a skylight that seemed to put a spotlight on the bride and groom during the wedding. Equipment: Canon 30D at ISO 800, Canon 28-300is It helps to have good looking people getting married also. The Deacon. (aka Mick Jagger) The bride and groom. (looking a little scared) Exchanging vows. (she's so happy) His ring. I thought this wedding stuff was hard. (just kidding) __________________ dave. Basking in the shadows of yesterday's triumphs'.

Jun-10-2007, 12:32 PM #2
Dee Major grins Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: San Francisco Bay Area Posts: 2,973	What odd lighting But you used it to your advantage. These are great photos! __________________ http://www.deegolden.smugmug.com http://www.twitter.com/deegolden

Jun-10-2007, 05:05 PM #3
Scotty_R Grinning is Good Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Richmond, Virginia Posts: 107	I agree with Dee...some very interesting lighting there that served you well. You should quit being a guest. __________________ Scotty

Jun-10-2007, 06:52 PM #4
davev ^OP Getting older by the day Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mn. USA Posts: 3,040	Thanks Dee, Scotty. This was much better than being the real photographer. I had today free, I guessing their Photog will be working up shots for the next week. __________________ dave. Basking in the shadows of yesterday's triumphs'.

Jun-10-2007, 07:47 PM #5
saurora Major grins Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Orange, California Posts: 4,307	These are really super Dave! Boy did they look nervous!!! As a guest, how did you manage such a great view of the nuptials??? Doesn't appear you seated with the guests, at least not in the last 2 shots. I think you better hang your shingle.

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Jun-11-2007, 07:15 AM #7
Scott_Quier Lovin' It Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 6,510	I like the light on the official in the first shot, but the second photograph is a real winner. Just love that light and, like you say, it doesn't hurt to have some beautiful people to photograph! And, like Scotty_R says, it might be time for you to think about being a working attendee at some of these. Maybe? __________________ Scott My Photos Thoughts on photographing a wedding, How to post a picture, AF Microadjustments?, Light Scoop Equipment List - Check my profile

Jun-11-2007, 07:31 AM #8
Ed911 Major grins Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Eastern NC USA Posts: 1,248	Wedding pictures... You have taken some really good photographs...many a pro would be happy to have captured such wonderful shots. __________________ Remember, no one may want you to take pictures, but they all want to see them. Educate yourself like you'll live forever and live like you'll die tomorrow. Ed

Jun-11-2007, 08:21 AM #9
JESTER Major grins Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 368	I know people who would kill to get wedding photos anywhere near this great. I love the lighting. You could really make some money at this. That is a very sharp lens for a Canon .

Jun-12-2007, 06:32 AM #11
Seneca Majorette Grinner Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Somewhere in the gr8 state of Texas Posts: 1,658	Wow those are great...the lighting was poor...but you did excellent. They [bride and groom]...should be really happy...more than happy.


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Jun-12-2007, 07:37 PM #12
renay johnson Big grins Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 25	Very Nice What f stop did you use? I still can't believe that is done at ISO 800 you barely see any grain in the background. Did you do alot of PP? I have the 30D and have not used 800 yet (I don't recall going past ISO 400) Those are some nice pictures. I love the natural lighting. If that's your first stab at weddings, wedding photographers have something to worry about LOL You did a good job.

Jun-12-2007, 09:19 PM #13
davev ^OP Getting older by the day Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mn. USA Posts: 3,040	Thanks folks. Renay, I believe the lens was wide open, (f5.6) for all of these. Shutter was from 1/50 to 1/250 of a second. (I really like i.s. lenses) My post work was A little USM, then crop and resize, for a couple of them I use the noise reduction filter in PSE4, plus a touch of Smart blur. (smart blur can be very useful in small doses) a small dose of USM again and that's about it. I'll guess I worked about 2-3 minutes per shot. The 30D does pretty well at iso 800. Way better than my XTi. No pros have anything to worry about me cutting in on their action. I know I just got a few lucky shots in. Like I say, I was just sitting in the crowd snapping a few off. slight crop, resize only. __________________ dave. Basking in the shadows of yesterday's triumphs'.