Candid photography has caught on like wildfire at any important function, be it baby showers, engagements, or weddings. It’s “in” today with most couples wanting to capture their best moments on their special day in candid style.
Early photographers used to take formal photos of family and friends. They were mostly group photos where everyone had a plastered smile on them. However, in more recent times, with the invention of DSLRs, people are experimenting a lot with photography. Now there are thousands of budding candid photographers ready to make the most special day of your life more unique with images that will form great memories to last a lifetime.
Where to start? With the information boom thanks to social networking sites like Twitter, Facebook, and interest photos and forums, it becomes confusing who to hire for this special job. In fact, there are many Indian marriage portals that offer photography services. You could contact them for some contacts. We recommend you go with some personal reviews from friends or family. They are the best as they have actually been tried and tested.
What style to choose? In candid photography there are various styles and moods such as photojournalism, artistic, alternative, fine art; but don’t get bogged down by options. There is hardly any difference in them, with all due respect to the photographers. It’s just that they can take the same picture but in a different style. Also, it’s nice to have a studio photographer and an “art” photographer. It will allow you to have the best of both worlds.
Check availability – After you have shortlisted a few photographers, check their availability because they book up very quickly. In general, you should connect with them about 2-3 months before your wedding date.
Begin – Once you have found your perfect candid photographer, start talking to him about the type of images you want to have. It would be better if you and your better half would tell you about his love story and some other smaller details. It will make it easier and better to capture your moods. Remember that the more comfortable you feel with the photographer, the better photos he can give you.
Opportunities to click – You should also be clear about what events during the wedding you would like the candid photographer to cover because candid photographers don’t come cheap. For example, would you like it only for the main day of the wedding or for pre-wedding ceremonies as well? Would you like to do a special photo session a few days before the wedding in an outdoor location? We highly recommend you to do this as it will not only allow you to spend some alone time with your better half, but you will also get a different background for your pictures.
So get ready to click the most original way to photograph Indian marriages!