Amber and Michael met several years ago on the beach in Sea Isle City, NJ.
Last week they pledged their love to each other in front of all their friends and family during their wedding ceremony which was held at Merri-Makers at Water's Edge (www.merrimakers.com) .
The hurricane could not stop them from having a a perfect day on their wedding day.
It was a beautiful wedding and a fabulous party. Eric and Ed were happy to be able to capture your memories for you.
To view all of their proofs: http://perfectday.smugmug.com/Weddings/2009-Weddings/amberandmichaelweddingproofs/9563313_X9kce
Congratulations and all the best to you!
The Perfect Day Photography Team
www.perfectdayphotography.com
www.perfectday.smugmug.com/weddings
(856) 241-3850
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
What's My Style of Photography?
People are always asking me what kind of photography style is best for their wedding. Posed, candid, photojournalism, posed-photojournalism, traditional, formal or artistic are all popular choices for wedding photography style.
To answer the question, first let me try to define the most popular styles of photography:
Posed - Setting up the subjects to create a desired style.
Traditional - Same pictures they've been taking for a 100 years. IE: Bride and Groom at alter.
Formal - Portrait style photography. Subjects smiling looking at the Camera.
Candid - random, off-the-cuff photography capturing people as the are.
Artistic - more obscure style of photography capturing details, angles and views not commonly noticed.
Photojournalism - a style commonly referred to in journalism where the picture tells the story, not the words. Shot with out any interference from the photographer.
Posed-Photojournalism - a style were the photography suggest certain poses to guarantee a photojournalistic style is presented. IE: Looking at each other, kissing, or cutting the cake.
Now, here is my answer. The best kind of style to produce a spectacular wedding is all of the above.
You can't just choose one style and be happy. For example, customers who ask for all photojournalism & candids are usually sadden that they they didn't leave more time for posed family portraits. Customers who say they only want formals usually wish they had more pictures that captured the story of their day. Here's another big surprise, all those pictures in the magazines that look like photojournalism and candids are actually posed to look that way.
For each stage of the wedding here's what I recommend for your best shots!
Pre-ceremony - Mostly formals and posed-photojournalism.
Ceremony - Mostly photojournalism and candids. You don't want to hold up the ceremony to take a photo. You might also take a few artistic shots at the church.
Post-ceremony - Posed, traditional and formal. These are the family and group shots that most people put on their mantle.
Bride and Groom photo session - Posed-Photojournalism. If you spend 30-60 minutes with a good photographer and walk through some simple poses, you will have memories that last a lifetime.
Cocktail Hour - Mostly candids. You might also take some artistic detail shots before the guests are allowed in the main ball room.
Reception - Mostly candids and photojournalism. Some posed-photojournalism at the toast, first dances and cake cutting.
Another thing I can tell you from years of producing wedding albums is that it's the posed-photojournalism shots that brides typically put in their albums with a splash of posed formals.
To answer the question, first let me try to define the most popular styles of photography:
Posed - Setting up the subjects to create a desired style.
Traditional - Same pictures they've been taking for a 100 years. IE: Bride and Groom at alter.
Formal - Portrait style photography. Subjects smiling looking at the Camera.
Candid - random, off-the-cuff photography capturing people as the are.
Artistic - more obscure style of photography capturing details, angles and views not commonly noticed.
Photojournalism - a style commonly referred to in journalism where the picture tells the story, not the words. Shot with out any interference from the photographer.
Posed-Photojournalism - a style were the photography suggest certain poses to guarantee a photojournalistic style is presented. IE: Looking at each other, kissing, or cutting the cake.
Now, here is my answer. The best kind of style to produce a spectacular wedding is all of the above.
You can't just choose one style and be happy. For example, customers who ask for all photojournalism & candids are usually sadden that they they didn't leave more time for posed family portraits. Customers who say they only want formals usually wish they had more pictures that captured the story of their day. Here's another big surprise, all those pictures in the magazines that look like photojournalism and candids are actually posed to look that way.
For each stage of the wedding here's what I recommend for your best shots!
Pre-ceremony - Mostly formals and posed-photojournalism.
Ceremony - Mostly photojournalism and candids. You don't want to hold up the ceremony to take a photo. You might also take a few artistic shots at the church.
Post-ceremony - Posed, traditional and formal. These are the family and group shots that most people put on their mantle.
Bride and Groom photo session - Posed-Photojournalism. If you spend 30-60 minutes with a good photographer and walk through some simple poses, you will have memories that last a lifetime.
Cocktail Hour - Mostly candids. You might also take some artistic detail shots before the guests are allowed in the main ball room.
Reception - Mostly candids and photojournalism. Some posed-photojournalism at the toast, first dances and cake cutting.
Another thing I can tell you from years of producing wedding albums is that it's the posed-photojournalism shots that brides typically put in their albums with a splash of posed formals.
Monday, September 7, 2009
Katie and Jeff's Wedding at the Townsend Room hosted by P&P Caterers
Katie and Jeff went to center city Philadelphia to do their photo shoot after they had a wonderful wedding mass at Saint Dominic R.C. Church. Tony photographed Katie and Jeff along with their bridal party at LOVE Park and also on the grounds of city hall.
Tony was able to capture the magic and energy that the couple and party exhibited throughout their wedding day.
They traveled back to NE Philly to enjoy their reception at the Townsend Room hosted by P and P Caterers (www.pandpcaterers.com). As you will see in their highlight recap they pulled out all the stops. A great time was had by everyone.
Congratulations!
The Perfect Day Photography Team
www.perfectdayphotography.com
www.perfectday.smugmug.com/weddings
(856) 241-3850
"Image is everything in our Studio"
Tony was able to capture the magic and energy that the couple and party exhibited throughout their wedding day.
They traveled back to NE Philly to enjoy their reception at the Townsend Room hosted by P and P Caterers (www.pandpcaterers.com). As you will see in their highlight recap they pulled out all the stops. A great time was had by everyone.
Congratulations!
The Perfect Day Photography Team
www.perfectdayphotography.com
www.perfectday.smugmug.com/weddings
(856) 241-3850
"Image is everything in our Studio"
Alison and Jim, August 21, 2009
Alison and Jim were married on Friday, August 21, 2009 at Saint Albert the Great in Huntingdon Valley, PA. A fabulous reception followed at Normandy Farm (www.normandyfarm.com) in Blue Bell, PA. It was a perfect day and a wonderful time for everyone.
We wish you all the best in your new life together!
Eric and Ed were happy to be able to capture your memories from your wedding day.
Congratulations and Enjoy!
The Perfect Day Photography Team
www.perfectdayphotography.com
www.perfectday.smugmug.com/weddings
(856) 241-3850
"Image is everything" at Perfect Day Photography
We wish you all the best in your new life together!
Eric and Ed were happy to be able to capture your memories from your wedding day.
Congratulations and Enjoy!
The Perfect Day Photography Team
www.perfectdayphotography.com
www.perfectday.smugmug.com/weddings
(856) 241-3850
"Image is everything" at Perfect Day Photography
Katherine and Michael's Wedding, August 15, 2009
Katherine and Michael had a beautiful wedding on August 15, 2009. They were married at Incarnation R.C. Church and the reception was held at the Merion (www.themerion.com) in Cinnaminson, NJ. The room looked exquisite and the menu was to die for. Everyone danced the night away to the sounds provided by Steve and Co (www.steveandcompany.com) . It was a Perfect Day and their memories were captured and preserved by Tony and Ed from Perfect Day Photography.
To view all of their proofs from their wedding: http://perfectday.smugmug.com/Weddings/2009-Weddings/km/9407773_FjN9E#630314330_vqjs2
Congratulations and Best Wishes!
The Perfect Day Photography Team
(856) 241-3850
http://www.perfectdayphotography.com/
www.perfectday.smugmug.com/weddings
To view all of their proofs from their wedding: http://perfectday.smugmug.com/Weddings/2009-Weddings/km/9407773_FjN9E#630314330_vqjs2
Congratulations and Best Wishes!
The Perfect Day Photography Team
(856) 241-3850
http://www.perfectdayphotography.com/
www.perfectday.smugmug.com/weddings
Sunday, September 6, 2009
Kristen and Jonathan's Wedding, August 28, 2009
Kristen and Jonathan had a beautiful ceremony and reception at the Cescaphe Ballroom (www.cescapheballroom.com) in Philadelphia, PA on August 28, 2009. Everyone had a wonderful time. As always the staff at Cescaphe out did themselves.
To view Kristen and Jonathan's wedding proofs: http://perfectday.smugmug.com/Weddings/2009-Weddings/KristenandJonathanwedding/9525788_B7Cqc#640514060_znZsK
Attached is a short video to share the highlights of their wedding day:
Eric and Chrissy throughly enjoyed working with you all.
Congratulations and all the best to you!
The Perfect Day Photography Team
http://www.perfectdayphotography.com/
www.perfectday.smugmug.com/weddings
(856) 241-3850
To view more weddings photographed at Cescaphe: http://cescaphe.blogspot.com/
To view Kristen and Jonathan's wedding proofs: http://perfectday.smugmug.com/Weddings/2009-Weddings/KristenandJonathanwedding/9525788_B7Cqc#640514060_znZsK
Attached is a short video to share the highlights of their wedding day:
Eric and Chrissy throughly enjoyed working with you all.
Congratulations and all the best to you!
The Perfect Day Photography Team
http://www.perfectdayphotography.com/
www.perfectday.smugmug.com/weddings
(856) 241-3850
To view more weddings photographed at Cescaphe: http://cescaphe.blogspot.com/
Monday, July 20, 2009
Top 10 NEW weddings songs
We see so many weddings. These are a few choices that have been popular (and new) in 2009. Seeing more and more of these trendy songs rather than the more traditional songs. If you are looking for something new - this is it!
1) “Lucky” by Jason Mraz featuring Colbie Caillet
Who will like it: The bride and groom and the rest of the lovebirds.
When to play it: The first dance.
2) “Viva La Vida” by Coldplay
Who will like it: Everyone.
When to play it: During the cocktail hour or between dinner courses.
3) “Good Time” by Alan Jackson
Who will like it: The country-music lovers.
When to play it: Right after dinner.
4) “The Way I Am” by Ingrid Michaelson
Who will like it: The romantics and nostalgics.
When to play it: The cake cutting.
5) “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)” by Beyonce
Who will like it: All the single ladies.
When to play it: The bouquet toss.
6) “Beautiful” by Akon
Who will like it: Couples and hip-hop enthusiasts.
When to play it: As one of the first slow songs after dinner.
7) “So What” by Pink
Who will like it: All the single guests.
When to play it: Following a slow song to get everyone back out on the dance floor.
8) “Just Dance” by Lady GaGa
Who will like it: Your guests who like to dance.
When to play it: Once the elderly guests have left and it’s time to get the party started.
9) “Green Light” by John Legend
Who will like it: Couples and any singles who may have paired up at the end of the night.
When to play it: Toward the end of the evening.
10) “When the Night Comes” by Dan Auerbach
Who will like it: All the couples.
When to play it: As the last slow song at the end of the night.
1) “Lucky” by Jason Mraz featuring Colbie Caillet
Who will like it: The bride and groom and the rest of the lovebirds.
When to play it: The first dance.
2) “Viva La Vida” by Coldplay
Who will like it: Everyone.
When to play it: During the cocktail hour or between dinner courses.
3) “Good Time” by Alan Jackson
Who will like it: The country-music lovers.
When to play it: Right after dinner.
4) “The Way I Am” by Ingrid Michaelson
Who will like it: The romantics and nostalgics.
When to play it: The cake cutting.
5) “Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)” by Beyonce
Who will like it: All the single ladies.
When to play it: The bouquet toss.
6) “Beautiful” by Akon
Who will like it: Couples and hip-hop enthusiasts.
When to play it: As one of the first slow songs after dinner.
7) “So What” by Pink
Who will like it: All the single guests.
When to play it: Following a slow song to get everyone back out on the dance floor.
8) “Just Dance” by Lady GaGa
Who will like it: Your guests who like to dance.
When to play it: Once the elderly guests have left and it’s time to get the party started.
9) “Green Light” by John Legend
Who will like it: Couples and any singles who may have paired up at the end of the night.
When to play it: Toward the end of the evening.
10) “When the Night Comes” by Dan Auerbach
Who will like it: All the couples.
When to play it: As the last slow song at the end of the night.
Do you have any new songs you would like to add to the list?
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