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Thanks Evan.

Jan 22, 2009 at 10:47 PM

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I thought this post couldn't get any better. But it did. Great additions.

Jan 22, 2009 at 11:52 PM

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yes yes yes!

Jan 27, 2009 at 09:23 PM

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Thanks!!

Jan 30, 2009 at 02:42 AM

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Wow.. Geez... Umm.. Err.. i feel dumb for posting a "how do you know you're ready...." after having read this...

This is the single source for any and all things intro..

STICKY STICKY STICKY..

Well done.. Thanks Evan.

Feb 05, 2009 at 03:48 AM

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I've actually just arrived in California a few months back and I'm trying to look for professional wedding photographers whom I can assist and be a second photographer for. I've some prior experience working as a wedding photographer back in Singapore and am currently based in USA for about a year and would like to gain some experience here as a wedding photographer. This thread is indeed extremely useful in getting me started and I would appreciate if anyone of you can point me to the right direction. Thanks!

Feb 18, 2009 at 07:31 PM

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p.3 #7 · Please READ Before Posting!

add something else...

"CC" = Constructive Criticism
"C&C" = What's up with the "&"?

Mar 02, 2009 at 09:19 PM

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comments and critiques is what that stands for.

Mar 11, 2009 at 11:01 PM

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Section on shooting modes added

Mar 23, 2009 at 09:36 PM

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Evan this was a great read!! I'd like to thank you for writing this information. Helps a lot for the wedding noobz like me (I shoot sports)!

Thanks again!

Apr 10, 2009 at 06:36 PM

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Matt Khoury wrote:
add something else...

"CC" = Constructive Criticism
"C&C" = What's up with the "&"?

Comments & Criticism ;-)

Apr 12, 2009 at 04:15 AM

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Awsome!

Apr 17, 2009 at 03:29 AM

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Well I read the post,and it reminded me 5 years ago...

Questions that make me feel stupid today...

PEACE

Apr 26, 2009 at 03:38 PM

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thanks for laying it down, i see this question on all the forums and websites. good info and informative.

Apr 30, 2009 at 10:21 AM

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This post/guide is great. I wish I would have stumbled across something like this when I was just starting out. Thanks for sharing your time and experience with us all!

May 12, 2009 at 04:17 PM

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As someone who is just tentatively starting to think about branching out into trying to be a second shooter, this guide will be invaluable.

May 20, 2009 at 05:50 AM

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Excellent information.

Is there a link to an actual gear list?

For example:
multiple bodies--do you have all FX or all DX or are there advantages to having both.

Are 2 sb800s enough?

Is an sb8a good enough or do I need a black box or similar?

How many use an IR body?

Thanks,
Eric

May 24, 2009 at 08:21 PM

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As a noob, in the throws of preparing a business plan and feasibility study, this was an awesome post to stumble upon. I feel certain FM will be my most referenced resource as I move forward.

Props to Evan for laying it all out there in witty style (it is well written, have you missed your calling?). Equal props to unblinkable for recommending FM.

-H

Jun 01, 2009 at 04:48 PM

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Excellent stuff. I wonder if a cautionary tale about not "uncle Bobbing" pros at weddings should be told? i.e., taking pictures nowhere near the pro is fine (and can make for some great portfolio shots), while kneeling in front during posed shots not-so-much...

Jun 04, 2009 at 02:45 AM

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I am newer to photography as only doing it for a hobby for the last 10 years or so (wildlife and landscape) I have done a number of events for charity and family and never a wedding while always leaving my camera at home when attending weddings. I will admit I have learned a lot just from watching the photographers do their art but this thread was very insightful. Thank you to all the men and women that truly love their art and willing to share this with us that take photo after photo watching our photos getting better with each and every insight shared. Maybe someday I will find the photographer that is willing to let me shoot second or just even let me assist for free so I can be introduced to the wedding photography world.
Thank you all that post positive information and share your knowledge.

Jul 01, 2009 at 01:32 AM

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Thanks for being so generous, Evan.

It helps a lot.
Trung,

Jul 08, 2009 at 09:47 PM

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Evan:

Outstanding advise and great work on this issue. I agree 100%... I have been in business for fifteen years and some of it was good for me to review. Thanks again..

-Michael

portland oregon photographer

Jul 09, 2009 at 04:21 AM

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trungbui wrote:
Thanks for being so generous, Evan.

It helps a lot.
Trung,

I think helping is what it's all about, you can even get help from some of the best known international photographers out there: such as Yervant, Bambi Cantrell and more. The WPPI convention every year is an outstanding way to learn and grow, check out membership at: www.wppionline.com

-Michael

portland oregon photographer

Jul 09, 2009 at 04:53 AM

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thanks

Aug 16, 2009 at 01:32 AM

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p.3 #25 · Please READ Before Posting!

Great thread for the noobs. Although I am no longer a noob, I still learned a few things here and there.

Thanks Evan for all of yoru efforts.

Cheers.

Sep 14, 2009 at 03:42 PM


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