Marriages are about celebrations, having fun and enjoying. The best part is you can trap your moments of joy and happiness in your shutterbugs which will remain with you till eternity. Yes we are talking about wedding photography when you want all your emotional and happy moments to be shot. You can freeze those moments of joy, sorrow  and emotional breakdown on celluloid.

Wedding photography has become the most sought after profession in recent times. It is an art in itself. The photographer can use his own creativity and innovation to get that picture perfect. If you follow a few tips you will certainly get the right picture.

For the great day book an experienced person. Get a good idea of the style and pattern of his work. Go through his earlier works. Check out a single portfolio. Ask for the size, cost and other details of the photograph which they will provide. Ask them to provide an album too. Indian weddings are lavish affairs which generally last for about 3 to 5 days. It will give a lot of time and space for the photographer for experimentation.

Wedding photography is not just clicking randomly. It involves a lot of planning, preparation and hard work. The person has to toil for hours together to get that exquisite shot. A few tips can help.

Always use a good quality camera to shoot your great event. You can keep the camera in continuous rolling mode so that you don’t miss any of those prized moments. Shoot all the rituals, customs and ceremonies. Make a list of all the important events to be shot, Get a family photograph with the newly weds. To make things simpler, ask a dear friend from both the brides and grooms side to see to it that each and every family member and friend gets a chance to be photographed with the newly wed couple.

You can book two photographers if your budget allows so. This will give you added advantage. There is lesser chance of missing out on some important shot.

Preparation is the key. Keep your batteries charged. Make provisions for memory cards and blank itinerary. Digital cameras can be used which give an added advantage of immediacy.

Photograph the wedding ring, the attire of the couple, table lay outs, menus, floral arrangements Use a little creativity and innovation to shoot things in a novel manner.

Choose exotic locales to shoot for the newly weds. Be prepared for any unexpected event. The weather may play spoil sport but you must know how to get something positive out of it. After all every cloud has a silver lining. Isn’t it?

You should have a great timing so that the exact moment is caught in your shutterbug.

Click after formal shots when the people are in a relaxed mood. At times the informal shot becomes the prized possession of the couple.

Experiment with different lights. You can use diffused lights as well. Take shots from wide angles. You can shoot from down low or high up. Climb a ladder or a balcony for that interesting pose.

You can display the wedding pictures at the reception. Arrange for a computer and put up a slide show. This will be quite interesting for all and sundry.

The wedding photographs will become your prized possessions if the above tips are followed. You can  relive those happy moments of joy and togetherness. So go ahead and  shoot! Smile Please!!!!!