
Meet wedding photographer Vanessa Joy
Vanessa Joy has been an influential wedding photographer in the photography community for years. Her photographic journey began in 1998 and since then Vanessa has captured everything from Jersey Shore Weddings and elegant formal affairs, to farm weddings with rustic wedding photos and vintage wedding details. “I love the high intensity of weddings and the ability to be a part of something really incredible and special for my couple and their family. Capturing moments that they’ll cherish for a lifetime is really rewarding and I have to admit it’s pretty fun photographing lavish events!”
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Quick tips for the Profoto A1
How to create dramatic two-light portraits
How to create dramatic two-light portraits
Follow Sal Cincotta to Saint Louis, where he creates dramatic portraits with two A1s – on and off camera5 top tips from Sal Cincotta
Think outside the box
In order to be successful as an artist, we have to differentiate ourselves. Lighting is an easy way to stand out. Control the light and you can make magic anywhere.
Be consistent with your style
Don't try and reinvent the wheel every time you shoot a wedding. Be consistent with your work, your lighting, your editing. This is your brand, make sure your customers can identify your work. You will attract more clients that way.
Shoot through moments
Regardless of what people say about over-shooting, the reality is, thats part of the point in the world of digital. Don’t risk missing a moment because you want to get 1 or 2 shots. Shoot through moments and you will pleasantly surprised at what you captured.
Keep it simple
I see so many photographers try to overcomplicate their set ups. You don’t need every lens, light, and modifier known to mankind. Most wedding days, I am alternating between 3 lenses and 1 light - the Profoto A1 and a 70-200 2.8, a 24-70 2.8 and an 85mm 1.2
Practice. Practice. Practice.
Every day, every week, every year, I work at becoming a better photographer. If you are not committed to practicing you will never get better. Try to think like an athlete, they don't just show up on game day and hope for the best. They hone their skills. We must do the same.