Here are some common questions which every amateur wedding photographer would ask.
The quick answer is, "Bring everything you need."
However, through my experiences in photographing weddings there is never a complete answer to these questions. So why bother?
Rather than having the "right" lens all the time, it is more important to have the right attitude.
Here are some tips for new wedding photographers.
Night Before
1. Charge your batteries.
Shooting half way and the batteries ran out? AWKWARD
2. Format your memory cards IN THE CAMERA, not in the computer.
There are several file formats i.e FAT32, NTFS, MAC OS Journal. Which to use? Let your camera decide by formatting the cards. Of course, do make sure all the contents in the memory cards were already transferred.
3. Bring an extra set of clothing.
Let's face it. Singapore is hot and humid. Just climbing up 2 fleet of stairs we will be perspiring. So do bring an extra set of clothing for the luncheon or dinner reception. Dress appropriately too. If the occasion requires wear a jacket. No T-Shirt and Jeans for receptions!!
4. Pack and clean your equipments.
You will always misplace an item when you are in a rush. I do have a checklist on the equipments to bring. This also prevents me from leaving any items behind on location shooting.
5. Have enough rest.
Rest your body and mind. Usually, I will browse thru the photos that I had archive for research.
Next instalment ...... What to do during the shoot?
