that is just amazing...award-winning caliber shot, if I say so myself.
I must know how you went about doing this. This is the type of photo that so many brides (especially as a mother) would die for, but it is the type of shot that few would attempt (for obvious reasons)
As I mentioned, I love the thoughtful context of this shot. I feel that many would not have stepped back and included the dress. Its such a simple inclusion that adds a lot to the image.
I was surprised to read that others would have turned their back or maybe not shot the image.
I would have definitely shot the moment....unless. One thing that I specifically speak to clients at our prewedding consultation is their level of comfort during private moments. Every wedding thus far has given me the green light about shooting anything and everything If a client expresses any bit of uneasiness about private moments, I would not shoot.
My guess is that this client will LOVE this shot for eternity.
joelconner wrote:
that is just amazing...award-winning caliber shot, if I say so myself.
I must know how you went about doing this. This is the type of photo that so many brides (especially as a mother) would die for, but it is the type of shot that few would attempt (for obvious reasons)
not being a wiseass (for once)...what are the obvious reasons?
I love the photo as well, it's an amazing moment. Had I shot it I probably would have done a very discreet liquify on her under thigh area... and kept it strictly to myself.
is this something you ask first? Just shoot it? I think the photo is beautiful. I just dont want people to judge me when I shoot. Maybe I shouldnt care.
canerino wrote:
not being a wiseass (for once)...what are the obvious reasons?
Because it is such a private, intimate moment, I am sure that many (and I include myself in this regard) would feel unsure if the bride would be comfortable being photographed in that situation. I know for a fact that many brides around us would not be comfortable with the IDEA of being photographed in such a way. They likely, however, be pleased with the result...even if the idea beforehand was awkward.
It may be a cultural thing, but the vast majority of our brides are very conservative when it comes to their bodies being photographed.
Joel... it is not as much a cultural thing as a midwest thing.
In the midwest and southeast you will find a lot of very conservative brides. I would have a hard time shooting a moment like that as well because 99% of the time most people would be doing that in complete privacy.
I LOVE the shot not sure what she will think of it (she will either love it or hate it).
I would imagine... since he was allowed to shoot it that it would be a shot that is treasured.
Also Robin... people are always going to judge you I would stop caring immediately. As photographers we see the world differently from other people. Moments like that are gold to us... I know many people around the area from where I am from would not consider it an appropriate shot. Would that stop me from taking it... No. I personally do care what anyone else thinks of me or my work.
I love this shot so much. There was a Fearless Award image this last round of a breastfeeding bride. The baby was significantly younger and I think the mom was Greek.
That said...
I don't know a mom who continued breastfeeding until the age of this bride's child who would not be proud of it, want, and absolutely treasure a shot like this. N-S-E-W doesn't matter... if she's put this much work into going this far, she's likely very much past the point of being shy about it. (my boys were nursed to age 2 and 3)
The added element of showcasing the fact that while she's a bride, getting ready for her big day, she's still a mom... it's not all about her. She still has a job to do.
And my personal opinion is we need to see more and more images of this. It's an enormous part of your life when you're in it, but there's not much reference to it in society, so it gets pushed off to the side and then left open to criticism because of the mystery.
Everything comes into play here: culture, the clients, the mood of the day, how we see it....
I for one would shoot it. that being said, i would have already a) had a conversation with the bride and/or b) right before i took the shot i would have gently let the mom know i am there with camera in hand to see if she would approve with a non verbal sign.
If a client expresses any bit of uneasiness about private moments, I would not shoot. 