Wedding Photography Tips: How Not To Suck (23 Tips)

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    0:00 Wedding Photography How Not To Suck
    2:04 The Experience Is Everything
    3:03 Rent Lenses and Cameras if You Can't Buy
    3:42 Learn Light
    4:30 Hide Your Flash
    5:29 Backups of Everything
    6:13 Backup Images as Soon As You're Home
    6:52 Bad Light? Fix It of Get Wider
    7:25 Mixed Light? Make it Black and White
    8:01 Keep Shutter At or Above Focal Length
    9:00 Backup GPS and Printed Directions
    9:32 Be Upfront with Pricing
    10:03 Bring a Shot List
    11:10 Dress Well
    12:03 Keep Memory Cards on Your Person
    12:24 Tag Vendors in Posts
    12:41 When in Doubt, Scout.
    13:22 Find a Family Photo Spot Before Anyone Asks
    13:46 Don't Be The Center of Attention
    14:38 Bring Sunscreen and Bug Spray
    15:17 Make Sure You Have Golden Hour Time
    15:51 Don't Complain About Your Meal
    16:36 Positive Attitude
    17:13 Have Fun
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  • @katywolffis7678
    @katywolffis7678 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Just as a tip with LEDs. I’m America, LEDs flicker at 60hz so you want to use a shutter speed of 60 or a multiple of that. Everywhere else in the world I think is 50hz.

  • @xcoryedge
    @xcoryedge 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    favorite part of this - "if you're using pop up flash, don't."

  • @stay2play406
    @stay2play406 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Alright I'm a fulltime wedding photographer but hearing this from somebody else, specially in a burnout period... Thanks man! It is good to remind for the simple but important stuff....

  • @kimberlycortina920
    @kimberlycortina920 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I absolutely love your advice! I strive to be you. Thank you for being uniquely helpful. You make big time photography seem realistic.

  • @SundayRacers
    @SundayRacers 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tips. I do sports not weddings but still found this really helpful

  • @photosfromthesoul8775
    @photosfromthesoul8775 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much!! you are such an amazing photographer and someone to look up. thanks for all the time and info you share. The last thing you said, "this is kind of a dream job, just reflect on the day..... have the sister's wedding... ". I actually did a wedding last year and 3 of the bridesmaids were recently engaged, all three of them contacted me and two booked me. The third bridesmaid was interested on a date I was already booked for. I could not believe it!! all three! and one of the guest bought a family gift certificate!! They all commented on the experience they had. Most definitely one of the most important points you mentioned. :)

  • @EktorTsolodimos
    @EktorTsolodimos 2 วันที่ผ่านมา

    I think your content and points are great. I only really dislike point 8: going black and white when mixed light occurs. I get, you fix it. But not really. There is ways to actually fix it. In post you can do a lot, especially with the latest LR masking updates. But also, using flash and modifying the scene.

  • @goochmediagroup3615
    @goochmediagroup3615 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the tips

  • @MartinV.
    @MartinV. 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great Video!

  • @itwasme2435
    @itwasme2435 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank man

  • @jasongreenwood3260
    @jasongreenwood3260 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good info Taylor....weddings still terrify me!!

  • @TaylorJacksonPhoto
    @TaylorJacksonPhoto  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Focal waitlist is up here: www.bookfocal.com/taylor-jackson
    Shot list: www.taylorjacksoncourses.com/wedding-photography-photo-checklist?coupon=SECRETLINK

  • @tomaspuskas950
    @tomaspuskas950 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing tips. I could tell you some my stories about backup trousers or sunscreen :D You have one new subscriber:)

  • @Logix7Technologies
    @Logix7Technologies 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks a TON

  • @user-pm6ng9eg3t
    @user-pm6ng9eg3t 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    on my side equipments are much costing but have to work hard😁😀😀

  • @434cooldodeff
    @434cooldodeff ปีที่แล้ว

    Backup Dancers!!

  • @gregtoope
    @gregtoope 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for all the great info. Ive been a video guy for a long time and have shot weddings before (mostly video, but some photos) but have been away from it for some time. Just had a friend ask me if I wanted to shoot their destination wedding and I'm doing it. All expectations have been set. So pretty excited. Anyways been watching your videos like crazy for the past few days. The wedding is a year away so have lots of time to practice shooting. The only lens that I think I'm lacking is the 70-200m 2.8. But since its a destination wedding with only about 30 people in attendance I don't think ill need the reach. Ill have a 16-35mm, 24-70 and an 85 prime. Maybe this will spark a new passion. Thanks again for all the great videos. Very informative. Used to live in Ottawa so would have been cool to take a day to actually watch you shoot!

    • @TaylorJacksonPhoto
      @TaylorJacksonPhoto  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      For destination you won’t need a 70-200. I don’t think I’ve ever brought one of ours and have always been fine with an 85

    • @gregtoope
      @gregtoope 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TaylorJacksonPhoto thats awesome. im so looking forward to this. Gonna also pick up the Godox V1 flash with XPro. Thanks for replying. Ill be watching as you put up more vids! Once again ... Great Job.

    • @mikem6796
      @mikem6796 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TaylorJacksonPhoto These wedding videos are awesome. I don't see the shot list you talked about. Am i missing something?

  • @Mainebigmike
    @Mainebigmike ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Taylor. I was looking for your shot list can you tell me how to get it ? Than you. Mike

  • @louieph8256
    @louieph8256 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks it will help me a lot!

  • @jwade12361
    @jwade12361 ปีที่แล้ว

    "if you're using popup flash, don't" lol. so subtle

  • @khurramnaik5097
    @khurramnaik5097 ปีที่แล้ว

    Focal length formals is also applicable in case of lens n camera inbuild image stabilisation ?????
    Thanks

  • @tanjidahaque2928
    @tanjidahaque2928 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you 😊

  • @ericshepherdphotography
    @ericshepherdphotography 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Taylor very helpful! Where did you say the shot list was…??

    • @TaylorJacksonPhoto
      @TaylorJacksonPhoto  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think this link should work: www.taylorjacksoncourses.com/wedding-photography-photo-checklist?coupon=SECRETLINK

    • @josharpman
      @josharpman 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Appreciated. A lot!

  • @EYESPYPHOTOGRAPHY1
    @EYESPYPHOTOGRAPHY1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    @Taylor Jackson I live down the road from you. Where can I rent gear besides vistek?

  • @jadeborda4236
    @jadeborda4236 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks for all your content, it's SO helpful! I've booked my first wedding for August 2022 which is super exciting but also a bit terrifying as I totally don't feel ready yet! (I've only seconded at one wedding and this booking came from a recommendation from one of the guests at that wedding) I currently only have one camera body and a 35mm 1.8 and 85mm 1.8, I'm going to try an buy another camera body but I think I'll need to rent a lens, would a 70-200 be the best? I also need to figure out flashes as I've only worked with natural light up to now but the venue is notoriously dark...not really sure where to start with it all!

    • @AtomicPixel
      @AtomicPixel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You got this! We all start somewhere and feeling nervous is totally normal.
      I personally don’t use such a long zoom. I think the lenses you have will work just fine.
      The biggest thing is to remember to calm yourself and find interesting shots when you can. The day can be go go go and we can overwhelm ourselves so just think of having fun and simply documenting the moments for the couple.
      Most wedding couples will love what you give them. We as the artists are just harder on ourselves. Well, most.
      Cheers!
      Tuan

    • @davidwarren636
      @davidwarren636 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’d borrow/rent/buy another camera body. Saves switching lenses and you know you’re not out of the game if your camera fails. 70 -200 is great, depending on the location. I used mine in a large church and for candid shots in a fairly large room and to be discreet. You can also do a lot with a 35 and 85. I’d also recommend considering a workshop or asking someone to do a bit of practice with you on flash. I find shooting portraits with models is also good practice even though it’s not wedding stuff. Plan some shots you want to get. Taylor has lots of great videos. Maybe try and second shoot some more too. You’ll enjoy it more if you feel ready and will likely get your best images if you enjoy it.

    • @samueltrujillophotography
      @samueltrujillophotography 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I booked my first one for November and I'm too terrified! Good luck!

  • @anthonyjoseph9038
    @anthonyjoseph9038 ปีที่แล้ว

    What set up do you use to record these videos?

  • @bsgmediahouse
    @bsgmediahouse ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much!!

  • @sg03495
    @sg03495 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The opening roast of TH-camrs 👌🏻

  • @Itscapturedbychris
    @Itscapturedbychris 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you!!!
    My wedding GURU!
    Do you have a video on how to use flash?
    And how important is a second body to start with?

    • @TaylorJacksonPhoto
      @TaylorJacksonPhoto  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha search for Taylor Jackson Off Camera Flash and you’ll get a few videos. There’s also a few videos on the members site.
      And I’d for sure have a second body for a wedding day. Engagement sessions and whatnot, not as important but get one as fast as you can

  • @gm010379
    @gm010379 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    THANKYOU...

  • @thebaidiereacts7649
    @thebaidiereacts7649 ปีที่แล้ว

    Taylor is a GOAT 100 Top G for real

  • @christianschroder6188
    @christianschroder6188 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. I skipped the bug spray for a shooting last tuesday and now I've learned a lot about removing red skin tones instead ;-).

  • @tonyhoard2574
    @tonyhoard2574 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where is the shot list if I may ask ???????

  • @davidbailey1689
    @davidbailey1689 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bug spray: if it contains deet beware of it getting near to your photo kit. It smeared the manufacturer’s printing on my light meter!

  • @lukejohnson7850
    @lukejohnson7850 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where’s the shot list 😢

    • @TaylorJacksonPhoto
      @TaylorJacksonPhoto  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

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