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Summary: WOW
Review: After attending a seminar given by Ms. Cantrell at a Pro. Photographer's convention, my thinking about wedding photography was forever changed, and my excitement as a photographer was rekindled. Ms. Cantrell brings out the same ideas in this book...I think it's a MUST HAVE! Her passion about photography, her artistic style, and her simple explainations of technical ideas all work together to create a wonderful resource for photographers. This book is full of photographs with captions that tell why and how she captured each image. Don't photograph another wedding without reading this book!
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Summary: For brides also
Review: After reading this book I know for sure what I'll look for in a photographer's portfolio. The ideas the author gives are exactly what I want in my pictures and what I will expect from the photographer we decide to hire. I have now specific requests that will help me avoid getting a wedding album full of traditional-pose pictures only. Thank you for the useful ideas!!
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Summary: Above the normal beginner's guide!
Review: Although this is an excellent book for the beginner, I believe that those with more experience will find it most helpful. You should be thoroughly familiar with f/stops, film speeds, and shutter speeds to get the most from it. Above average information and ideas will be found within. Truly inspiring examples throughout. And the sections on the business side contain much useful information for the beginner on up to the advanced pro. Pay close attention to the details of light position, many things that the beginner and pro normally don't think about watching for. I received this as a gift and have absolutely loved having it. Hope you enjoy it as much as I have.
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Summary: A Lone Dissent
Review: Everyone loved this book, so I bought a copy prior to my daughter's wedding. I am not a professional photographer. I am a lawyer by trade.
I was disappointed by the lack of any discussion of digital camera techniques. The word "digital" is nowhere to be found in this book's index. There are many suggested techniques for film and developing, but much of this has no application to the digital realm. The implication of this book is that if you are not using a Hasselblad you are out of tune. I would suggest instead that the writer join the modern world.
Secondly, I was disappointed by the rambling style of the discussion. I know it is likely my professional bias, but I wanted a comprehensive table of contents with a thorough discussion of each point. Instead, the book's style is more of an informed ramble.
Yes, the book has many pretty pictures. But this is not the up to date and well written book I had hoped for.
E. Wicker
pbase.com/wickerpix
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Summary: The best wedding photography book out there
Review: Excellent editorial, sound advice, breathtaking photographs.This book is an excellent resource for someone who is just getting into wedding photography, as well as a seasoned pro. Although the cover features a traditional pose, the book's focus is photojournalism - the "reportage-style" photography brides go crazy about these days. It also has a chapter on posed wedding pictures, because... well... what mom doesn't want a nicely framed, posed photo of her daughter on her wedding day? Great work and totally worth the $20 investment (it's actually $30 at bookstores, so this is a great deal!) I read it cover-to-cover right after it arrived and would recommend it to everyone.
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Summary: Great reference tool!
Review: Great to keep on your bookshelf! Handy tool to use to refresh your memeory on techniques to be used with setting, lighting, props, and clients.
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Summary: Great reference tool!
Review: Great to keep on your bookshelf! Handy tool to use to refresh your memeory on techniques to be used with setting, lighting, props, and clients.
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Summary: The Best out there
Review: I am a professional wedding photographer. This was the first book I purchased when I started my business about 4 years ago--I can't believe my luck! I have since been through about 20 other books and none of them has measured up to The Art of Wedding Photography. It is the only book that I actually throw in my own camera gear bag to this day and take to weddings when I need inspiration.
She gives technical hints with specifics. I based my initial pro equipment (roughly) purchases on the suggestions in this book. She also gives hints on using your intuition and being an active observer. The section on bridal shows, although short, gave me a direction for my first few shows. I recommend that you read and re-read this book many times. Even after 4 years I still pick through this dog-eared copy and get new insight every time.
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Summary: Visual Perfection
Review: I attended Bambi's seminar in NYC but the book was sold out by the time I got to the booth the next day. I anxiously awaited the arrival by mail, and it was well worth the wait. The portraits are a visual pleasure, and lots of little unique ideas get your creative juices flowing. Bambi's art of capturing the small details that are often missed in the overwhelming emotion of the wedding day make each wedding she photographs an intimate portrait of that individual couple.
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Summary: Nice Book
Review: I have a stack of similiar style and price wedding photography books and this one is my favorite.
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