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Thursday, October 22, 2009

Shooting the Groom at his House

A few weeks ago we talked about how I like to capture the bride for her getting ready images. Today we'll achieve those GQ shots of the groom getting ready.  Chicago Weddings at times don't often give themselves a opportunity to have these type of groom shots.  Besides he's part of the wedding too. :)

Brides totally dig seeing the groom getting ready!!!

Okay... most of my ideas come from International Fashion magazines, and my experience as a fashion photographer. Grooms usually don't like having their pictures taken, especially early in the morning. Do not be pointing your camera in there faces until you find that comfort zone. just an FYI.

I'll try to get everyone involved with the event once I get to there house. I don't start shooting right away, I first scouted the location and have a good idea where I'm going to capture the images. I have a conversation with the groom and family member, sort of like breaking the ICE.  It get's him more relax and he starts to add you like on of the boys. Once that happens, you can count on him for the rest of the night to help get great WOW images.


What do you think? Go for it!

Hope you like them.

Alex Wedding Oct-17,2009