Bay Brewing Centre

Looking for a Great Add on to your wedding photos? Try making your own wine or beer for the reception. Low cost add on to complete your wedding day! Go to their website, http://baybrewing.ca.   Call Jeff at 705-495-8996 or go see him at 62 lakeshore Drive.  Tell him you saw him site on mine,  and get a discount on your purchase.

Some of My Portfolio with some of the editing effects available.

Focal Bouquet

Editing the photos,  can be done in many ways today.  Size of the photo,  cropping out unwanted items or people.   Colour can be made into Sepia or Black and White,  to give an old time look.  You can also, focus colour in a certain area to highlight an item.  A bouquet,  a ring,  or whatever it is that is important to you.   Take a look at some ideas on this blog for your Wedding Photo Album.  Being a Wedding Photographer in North Bay Ontario,  gives you many options in Great Sights to have Your Special  Pictures Taken.  Some are included on my site,   The waterfront,  the carousel,  beaches abound and the Cruises on Lake Nippissing.  We have great sunsets year round,  and even great sights for Winter Weddings.  there are great accomadations for your first Night as man and Wife,  and some of the Finest Restaurants in Canada. 

Senior’s Portrait’s, Our History Remembered!

Senior’s Portrait’s  are photos to remember our past and future.  Hearing senior’s stories of days gone by,  and their interpretation of today,  and tomorrow,  help us put our lives in perspective.  To get a portrait,  you need them to relax,  through conversation.  Try to catch the moment, with a look on their face,  or a twinkle in their eyes.  They are indeed our past,  and in many ways,  our days to come.  TAke the picutre,  but make it memorable. 

Remembering her own Wedding Perhaps!

Plan Your Wedding Photography

 

 

Facial Focus

Wedding Pictures

are treasured for a lifetime.  Unfortunately,  there’s only one chance to do it right!  Your Wedding Pictures, or Wedding Video/ Slide Show, will be viewed for years to come.  On anniversaries, or with your kids, who want to see What You Looked Like,  on your wedding day,  along with other special times,  as you share your lifetime together.
     Planning the photo session,  includes the Lighting.  Is the wedding, outside or inside?

Pride Shows!

     One difficulty to overcome,  is a Wedding Outside/Inside.  For example,  on a Cruise Ship,  or a Room with many windows.  Natural Light is great,  but,  it makes the Picture difficult to capture.  You have to adjust for Inside Lighting and the sun’s natural light,  throught the windows. 

     Also,  at many Weddings,  children take part in the ceremony.  Flower Girls,  or Ring Bearers,  can get distracted easily.  So many people all trying to capture their attention.  I like to get to know them a little,  and discuss what they are doing,  and what I am doing.  Thankfully,  digital review at the scene, helps to  get their interest,  as most children like to see themselves.  But,  they have to find the whole process interesting.  so,  I include them,  wherever possible,  to assist in  the process.

Inside Weddings, A Different Look!

Planning ahead is important.

Because your wedding pictures are so important, and you only get one chance to get it right, so,  preparation is everything!

These are some of the things I like to do in order to prepare for your big day;

• Talk to the Minister or Whoever is in charge of the Wedding.
• It is important to know if there are any times,  Pictures are not allowed during the ceremony.
• Am I allowed to use Flash?  You need no disruptions,  during this event.
• I can adapt to their rules.

You,  will be busy during the wedding, looking into each other’seyes, visiting with your friends and guests, and enjoying your special day.  The last thing you need to worry about, is what your photographer is doing. What your photographer does during the day, will  however,  be your eyes in the future. I want you to be happy, with what you see! 

     As  I mentioned,   I like to go to the wedding site,  and plan ahead.   I will often take a few sample pictures to test the lighting.  You have chosen this place to be the site of your wedding,  for a reason.  Great wedding photography,  should remind you of that,  when you look at your wedding pictures in the future.

That’s why I want you to go to my Wedding Photography Tips list @ Wedding Photography, “Shots You’ll Want to Take.” and make a list!

Pet Photography, Nothing to Bark at!

Pet Photography is a joy to participate in.
We love our pets,  and would do anything  for them.  They truly appreciate everything we do for them.

To take pet portraits is important for the future.  It is important for the present as well,  as our beloved pets change so quickly.  To take pictures of pets,  whether for family albums or for a pet contest,  they are memorable.  They show us how our cat,  our dog,  or our horse fits into the family.  You can be sure,  that our pets are remembered and often discussed throughout our lives.  When you look at Family Photos in years to come,  seeing our change in hair style is fun,  but seeing our pets when they were young gets more reaction.  Seeing them with their favourite toy,  or giving you a kiss of appreciation and love,  gives such a rush of warm,   loving emotion,   it is almost unsurpassed!

We normally outlive our pets,  and great photos of our pets for posterity,  is a must.  Looking at these pet photo keepsakes,  gives joy for a lifetime.  Your pet always seems to know when something is bothering you.  Whether its the cat rubbing against your leg,  or the dog licking your face,  telling you it will be okey,  they make us feel a little bit better.  A pet portrait will be for for a lifetime of remembering ,  of telling you it will be okey.

Regular photographs of your pet can be a great tool to return them to you.  Heaven forbid,  they ever go missing,  but it could happen.  A recent picture of your pet could be the greatest factor in finding them  A picture is worth a 1,000 words,  and could be made into a poster.

Not everyone can take pet pictures,  as many people have fears of animals.  Pets sense the fear,  so find a photographer that can connect with your pet.  Great pet photography,  lasts a lifetime and beyond.  Pet portraits end up right next to the grandparents on the mantle.  Enjoy the memories.

Wedding Photography: Plan Ahead With Your Wedding Photographer

Sepia Look!

Plan Your Wedding Photos

Wedding Photography

is perhaps the most important photo session you’ll be involved with.

The main reason,  is you get only one chance to get great wedding pictures.

Here are some ideas that I hope will help with your wedding pictures.

It’s important that you communicate with your wedding photographer so that they can get to know you and understand,  what is important to YOU.   I’ve provided a list of  Wedding Photography “Shots You’ll Want to Take” which should help you decide what special shots you want of your wedding day.

Is the wedding inside or out?

In the area where I live, picturesque North Bay, Ontario, Wedding Photography is often taken outside.  The beautiful natural views add a wonderful element to wedding photos.  As a wedding photographer, taking outdoor wedding pictures can be very gratifying.  This type of photography requires a few extra planning steps which I always take in order to lower the risk that Mother Nature can present.

Here’s a short checklist of some of the things I do for my clients to ensure that their wedding pictures are memorable;

• Check the weather channel to know what to expect.
• Go to the site of the wedding a few days ahead; pick out good backgrounds for pictures; and check the Lighting for the time of day,  the Wedding will take place.

Great Wedding Photography,  doesn’t happen by chance, and again there is only one opportunity for you to get perfect wedding pictures.  So be sure to work with your wedding photographer and plan your wedding pictures ahead of time.

The photo above, with sunset background,  is from a wedding I shot last year.  The bride and groom were very pleased with this particular photo,  as was I.  The extra steps in planning this wedding photo,  was well worth the effort.

     The Sepia photo,  with the group,  was in Mexico,  and I edited for the Sepia look,  which,  many clients like to see.  The Bouquet was included to show their newly acquired rings.

Plan Ahead for Great Wedding Photography

Planning ahead,  is the Key for Optimal Memory Creation in your wedding photography.  It is a wedding photography tip,  I can’t emphasize too much.
First, know what you want.  Review the list, I have provided on Wedding Photography,  “Shots You’ll Want to Take.” It provides ideas for you.
Add to the list any Special Pictures,  that are  important to you!
Remember its all about You!  You  don’t get a second chance to make great wedding photography.  If you plan ahead,  you will get to enjoy, this special day,  through your wedding pictures,  for many years to come.

Wedding Photography: Shots You’ll Want to Take

Thanks Dad

Hi Everyone,

When considering your wedding photography, don’t forget to think about special shots that you’ll want to take.

Preparing for a wedding is a huge undertaking.  In fact, it makes sense in a lot of cases to hire a wedding planner to organize the event for you to make sure you don’t miss any of the important parts, and watch the budget at the same time.

To help you out, here’s a list of photo shots you may want to consider including in your wedding album. You may not want all of these, but this will serve as a checklist.   Also,  find a volunteer to organize the people for the photos you want,  or it will get very frustrating,  for you and your photographer.  You don’t need to do this yourself.  It’s YOUR DAY,  so Take a Little Help from a Friend!  Also,  I like to ask the preacher,  if there is times he doesn’t want pictures taken,  or a flash used.  make the day go easier for everyone.

Remember, after your wedding day, it’s too late to take the shots you wish you had.

Hope you enjoy…

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Wedding Photography Shots Before the Ceremony
___ Wedding dress lying over a chair
___ Zipping up or buttoning the wedding dress
___ Mother of the bride fastening the bride’s necklace
___ The bride’s garter
___ The bride’s veil
___ A close up of the bride’s shoes peeking out from under the dress
___ Bride looking into a mirror
___ Bride looking out window
___ Bride and bridesmaids putting on makeup
___ Bride pinning corsage/boutonniere on mother/father
___ Bride hugging parents
___ Bride touching up
___ Bride and parents leaving for ceremony
___ Groom tying tie
___ Groom looking into mirror
___ Bride looking out window
___ Groom pinning corsage/boutonniere on mother/father
___ Groom hugging parents
___ Bride and parents leaving for ceremony

Wedding Photography Shots At the Ceremony
___ Outside of ceremony site
___ Guests walking into ceremony site
___ Bride and father entering ceremony site
___ Parents being seated
___ Grandparents being seated
___ Maid of honor walking down the aisle
___ Bridesmaids walking down the aisle
___ Flower girl and ring bearer walking down aisle
___ Groom waiting for bride
___ Ceremony musicians
___ Officiant
___ Altar or canopy during ceremony
___ Close up of bride, just before she makes her entrance
___ Bride and father walking down aisle
___ Groom seeing bride for first time
___ The back of bride and father walking down the aisle – with the groom waiting in the distance
___ Bride’s father and Bride hugging at end of aisle
___ Shot of the audience from the bride and groom’s point of view
___ The unity ceremony
___ Close up of bride and groom saying the vows
___ Wide shot of bride and groom saying the vows
___ Exchanging the rings
___ Close up of hands
___ The kiss
___ Bride & Groom walking up the aisle
___ Receiving line
___ Bride & Groom outside on steps
___ Guests throwing confetti/rose petals/birdseed
___ Bride & Groom hugging guests, laughing, getting congratulations
___ Bride & Groom getting in car
___ Bride & Groom in back seat

Posed Wedding Photography Before the Reception (These can also be taken before the ceremony)
___ Bride alone (full length)
___ Bride with Maid of Honor
___ Bride with bridesmaids
___ Groom with bridesmaids
___ Bride with parents
___ Bride & Groom together
___ Bride & Groom with parents
___ Bride & Groom with families
___ Bride & Groom with entire wedding party
___ Bride & Groom with flower girl and ringbearer
___ Groom with parents
___ Groom with best man
___ Groom with groomsmen
___ Bride with groomsmen

During the Reception (to help your photographer, you may wish to list these shots in the order they will happen at your reception)
___ Outside of reception site
___ Bride & Groom arriving
___ Bride & Groom greeting guests
___ Table centerpieces
___ Table setting
___ Bride & Groom’s table (head table)
___ Musicians or DJ
___ Guest book
___ Place card table
___ Closeup of bride and groom’s place card
___ Wedding cake
___ Groom’s cake
___ Gift table
___ Decorations (specify which _________________________)
___ A shot of bride & groom with guests at each table
___ Bride with college alums
___ Groom with college alums
___ The buffet or, if having table service, a dinner serving
___ Bride & Groom’s first dance
___ Bride & Father dancing
___ Groom & Mother dancing
___ Guests dancing
___ Bride & Groom cutting the cake
___ Bride & Groom feeding each other cake
___ Toasts (specify who is giving them: ____________________)
___ Bride & Groom drinking champagne
___ Signing the marriage license
___ Bride throwing bouquet
___ Groom retrieving garter
___ Groom tossing garter
___ Garter/Bouquet dance
___ The getaway car
___ Bride & Groom leaving party
___ Bride & Groom driving away

Guests the photographer shouldn’t miss: (provide your photographer with a seating chart so that he can easily identify them)
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I hope this list helps you capture some of your fondest memories.

Take care,
Bruce.