- ISBN13: 9781584282396
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Product Description
From emotional bridal portraits and intimate images of the ceremony to dynamic reception and wedding party shots, this illustrative sourcebook explores the vast array of image styles available to modern wedding photographers. Containing interviews with the top 10 wedding studio owners in the country, this indispensable reference offers a variety of opinions on everything from art and business philosophies to scheduling, handling retainers, writing contracts, and exe… More >>
Professional Wedding Photography: Techniques and Images from Master Photographers
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#1 by Mr. Scott Eccleston on March 30, 2010 - 4:38 am
Sadly, photographers who are not looking to be a full time professional, or have no interest in shooting weddings may pass right by this book because of its title, but they would be making a terrible mistake as this book is for anyone interested in being a better photographer.
Maybe they should re-title the book to something like – “If you are interested in stunning imagery, the inside workings of a studio, how to better organize your workflow, grow your business, and become a better photography, this is your book”.
Here are just a few things I like about this book:
There are 10 very different, very successful photographers that come from varied geographic settings and equally diverse shooting styles interviewed for this book, so you get a behind the scenes look at their thoughts, their ideas, and the business approach of each one of them.
Every page has more space dedicated to image presentation than words. The images are stunning and give you an idea of what other photographers are looking at (and thinking about) just prior to hitting the shutter.
Of all the questions asked of each photographer, one of my favorite is “who are your influences and mentors?” because it provides a great insight into who and/or what has influenced these photographers, giving you a broader look into the world of successful photography.
It asks (and answers) the questions that every photographer starting out in business has struggled with, here are just a few of them:
1. How do clients find you?
2. How do you handle retainers and fees?
3. How do you address the needs for contracts with your clients?
4. Do you have any tips for handling the unexpected?
5. How do you light your subjects?
6. What is your workflow?
7. How do you promote your business
Again, you get the answers from 10 different photographers, and what lends more weight to all those answers is that they come from photographers who have “been there, done that”. 10 photographers that started out with a camera and idea and each having grown into nationally recognized, award winning photographers.
A business coach will tell you that one of the keys to success is to learn from those who are already successful.
If you are looking to take a better picture, improve your workflow, or start a studio, the first step to your achieving your goals, your first step to success, would be to get this book.
Scott Eccleston
http://www.WeeklyPhotoTips.com
Rating: 5 / 5
#2 by Stacey Kane on March 30, 2010 - 6:41 am
I think Professional Wedding Photography by Lou Jacobs Jr. will be a very helpful book for any wedding photographer who wants to know how 10 professionals make outstanding wedding pictures. I am pleased to be represented in Lou’s book, and really enjoyed reading through my colleagues’ chapters. It’s a fantastic way to take a ’sneak peek’ into the studios and businesses of some great industry talent and the images are inspiring. It is truly an honor to be included in Lou’s latest book…I hope you all enjoy it and find it helpful!
Stacey Kane
http://www.staceykaneblog.com
Rating: 5 / 5
#3 by Cheryl Frost on March 30, 2010 - 7:35 am
I have long been a fan of Lou Jacob’s books and this proves no exception. I wish this book had been around when I was starting out in photography. The insight into the work of photographers across the country makes for a very interesting and informative read.
Rating: 5 / 5
#4 by Dawn Johns on March 30, 2010 - 8:48 am
A compilation of interviews of ten industry leading professionals and what makes them a success. It is interesting to go behind the scenes of others to find out about their points of view. Adjustments in their philosophy can then be applied to tweak your own practice. I drew some valuable insights that I know others can also benefit from.
Rating: 5 / 5
#5 by Elliott S. Cramer on March 30, 2010 - 11:47 am
I have bought a few books from the same publishing company and have enjoyed them more. This one is more of a review on how other photographers conduct business. It is helpful for how to run a business a little more smoothly, but not so much in advancing one’s skill as a photographer. Good buy if you’re looking at how to conduct business, which can never hurt. Bad buy if you want it to talk about “How To’s.”
Rating: 3 / 5