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Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Wedding and Engagement Photography Props

By Brad Dykstra


When it comes to having a wedding or engagement portrait footage taken, it is often crucial to couples to have their personality show thru as much as practicable. One of the greatest ways to try this is by using props.

There are a rising number of photographers inspiring brides to use any many fun props as feasible to improve their wedding photography. It can truly add something special to a wedding album to have a mix of traditional photographs, candid shots and wacky portraits featuring props. Nevertheless often being asked to bring a prop can strike fear into the brides heart. They worry about what makes a good prop and what's taking things a step to far. The nicest thing to do in that situation is to supply a list of ideas and inspire her to bring several options to extend the chance of some of them being acceptable.

Any item which has particular sentimental worth can make an excellent prop, especially if the item belongs to a loved one who cannot be with the couple on the day. Props associated with shared hobbies, likes, dislikes and individual personalities can also make superb props. Something that appears totally out of place at the wedding can also create a terribly dramatic image.

It could also be a superb idea to include props which reflect the general them and type of the wedding day. One of the most popular trends today is a vintage theme. The vintage theme truly lends itself to selecting suitable props. Some advised items to think about include: masquerade masks, antique furniture, old bicycles, antique mirrors, fans and parasols.

One idea that's also becoming popular at weddings as a sort of entertainment is to line up a 'photo booth'. This could simply be done by providing a second photographer armed with a background and a variety of fun and quirky props "think hats, feather boas, toy guns or pieces. This is a great way to entertain guests while the couple are having their formal photographs shot.




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