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Summary: Very Helpful and Informative
Review: Having photographed about 45 weddings per year for the last 15 years using film, I bought this book looking for some direction. I had just purchased my first Canon D60 and was wondering, "OK, I've got the digital camera, so what do I do now"?Although the information on wedding albums, marketing and sales will be old news to the more seasoned wedding photographer, it is all VERY sound advice and will be very helpful to those just starting out in this challenging field. Here's where this book shines. The information presented on what type of media to use, digital workflow and numerous proofing methods will be absolutely priceless to those photographers who are considering, or are in the process of switching, from film to digital capture. There are also a few examples presented on how to quickly make your images stand out through some simple digital manipulation techniques. These techniques will be helpful whether you're an experienced image editor or are just starting out. If you are making the switch from film to digital wedding photography, this book will save you a lot of time, money and headaches.
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Summary: Very Helpful and Informative
Review: Having photographed about 45 weddings per year for the last 15 years using film, I bought this book looking for some direction. I had just purchased my first Canon D60 and was wondering, "OK, I've got the digital camera, so what do I do now"? Although the information on wedding albums, marketing and sales will be old news to the more seasoned wedding photographer, it is all VERY sound advice and will be very helpful to those just starting out in this challenging field. Here's where this book shines. The information presented on what type of media to use, digital workflow and numerous proofing methods will be absolutely priceless to those photographers who are considering, or are in the process of switching, from film to digital capture. There are also a few examples presented on how to quickly make your images stand out through some simple digital manipulation techniques. These techniques will be helpful whether you're an experienced image editor or are just starting out. If you are making the switch from film to digital wedding photography, this book will save you a lot of time, money and headaches.
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Summary: Good technical advice but...
Review: I disagree with the sales/marketing methods described in this book. The sales tactics described are borderline "high-pressure" if you ask me. The author recommends getting the clients into the studio for 3-4 hours some time after the event to proof the images and assemble an album. And it even offers sample phone conversation scenarios on how to head off couples that ask to review the proofs at home at their convenience. The book states that you want the client to make an "emotional" buy rather than a practical one. Well, that's great for the photo studio - but not so great for the client. There is already enough stress that goes along with the typical wedding. I think the photo studio should not add to this stress with high pressure sales tactics.
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Summary: Great book for the digital photographer
Review: I found this book to be excellent! I was very pleased with the detail, the "how to" pages and of course, the photo examples. If you are looking to go to digital or start in digital, this book is for you. I HIGHLY recommend it!
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Summary: Awesome!
Review: I have read about five books on wedding photography and this book is the best I have read yet. A great tool for anyone interested in digital wedding photography. I like the fact that Jeff and Kathleen spent a lot of time writing about the business and digital workflow instead of just merely technical picture details as many photography books do, although that part is great too. I feel 100% more comfortable now in moving to the digital arena. This book covers it all. Excellent work!!
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Summary: to shallow
Review: I have Sint's book on wedding photography which is a gem. It is packed with information and beautifull pictures.
Compared to Sint's book, this one is a huge disappointment. This book has very, very little information and even that is so superficial that it is of no use.
There are so many things that could have been presented in this book. For example regarding equipment it would have been usful to see a discussion of digital back's for medium format cameras vs digital SLR's or a discussion of camera resolution vs print quality. Instead the level of information you get is like "the more megapixels the better"!!! Well I don't need to read this book to came to this conclusion.
And this is for every topic in the book.
I am sorry but for me this book was absolutely of no use at all.
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Summary: Easing your way into digital wedding photography.
Review: This 125-page book is an introduction to moving your wedding photography into the digital world, but it is also a guide to further your business if you are already involved in digital photography. The generously illustrated volume discusses the advantages of digital photography and what may be behind your efforts of avoiding the digital arena. Okay - you've made the plunge and are willing to advance to digital photography. Now what? Where to begin? The author suggests you, "Look before you leap, but don't overanalyze!" He then discusses your decision-making type and how to deal with the "cheetah thinkers and the turtle thinkers" (do you know your style?). Authors Jeff and Kathleen Hawkins then give you names and numbers for organizations and publications that will help you enter the digital world. Selecting equipment is discussed as is time management, delegating tasks in your business, marketing and the actual photographing of digital weddings. Chapters 9-12 help with the after-the-wedding process and album design. Chapter 13 offers advice from industry professionals in the digital world of photography. I think that's a lot of information for one slim volume.
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Summary: Easing your way into digital wedding photography.
Review: This 125-page book is an introduction to moving your wedding photography into the digital world, but it is also a guide to further your business if you are already involved in digital photography. The generously illustrated volume discusses the advantages of digital photography and what may be behind your efforts of avoiding the digital arena. Okay - you've made the plunge and are willing to advance to digital photography. Now what? Where to begin? The author suggests you, "Look before you leap, but don't overanalyze!" He then discusses your decision-making type and how to deal with the "cheetah thinkers and the turtle thinkers" (do you know your style?).Authors Jeff and Kathleen Hawkins then give you names and numbers for organizations and publications that will help you enter the digital world. Selecting equipment is discussed as is time management, delegating tasks in your business, marketing and the actual photographing of digital weddings. Chapters 9-12 help with the after-the-wedding process and album design. Chapter 13 offers advice from industry professionals in the digital world of photography. I think that's a lot of information for one slim volume.
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Summary: unfortunately it's disappointing...
Review: This book does have a few useful tidbits. For instance, it explains how to speak about digital photography to your clients so they see it as an advantage/so they feel that they are getting more than they would if you shot with film. Most of the book is not helpful, though. For instance, it includes the advice that one does not buy on credit and wind up paying interest on purchases. It includes a chart listing the hours of the day, which the reader can use to plan his or her schedule. Overall, there's not a lot of useful info in the book.
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Summary: AWESOME BOOK!
Review: This book is terrific! It is just what I needed to make the leap. I have been photographing portraits digitally but I have been hesitant to take the plunge with my weddings. Mainly because I was overwhelmed with the workflow process and not sure if I wanted to take the additional time to prep, save, and create the images digitally. This book gave me the confidence and the steps required to do move forward and capture weddings digitally. Once I made that leap, I was amazed at how the steps and tools shared in this book helped me in the process and now weddings are fun once again! Anyone thinking about taking the leap should read this book!!!
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