We look at the story behind the picture of some of professional wedding photographer David Peake's favourite wedding photos.
From candid, behind-the-scenes shots of the bride getting ready, through to macro photos of wedding rings, the opportunities (& demands!) facing wedding photographers are huge. But what are the secrets to taking memorable wedding photographs? David tells us more...
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'Right place, right time' is no accident in the world of wedding photography. All images courtesy of David Peake |
Capture the Candid
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'I like the candid nature of the photo' |
Be Collaborative
I didn’t come up with the composition of this image myself - it was very much the bride’s idea. I was very pleased to be able to get the photo she wanted – so much so that I received a handmade thank you card from her after the wedding.
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'I didn’t come up with the composition of this image myself - it was very much the bride’s idea' |
Work with the Conditions
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'I felt a stark, dramatic image would work for this couple' |
Devil is in the Detail
The wedding rings are a very personal part of the day as couples choose a design that they believe reflects them. Being worn every day makes them a permanent reminder of the ceremony so I like to record a moment just before they are put on. In this case, there’s engraving that’s about to be hidden away on the bride’s finger.
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'The wedding rings are a very personal part of the day ' |
Be prepared to Improvise
I thought it might really hamper the view of the ring exchange, but then I realised I could use the leaves to frame the hands. In a way it’s similar to a landscape composition, but on a vastly different scale.
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' I realised I could use the leaves to frame the hands' |
Location, location, location
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'They were literally dancing down the aisle ' |
About wedding photographer David Peake
David is a professional wedding photographer, who has been taking wedding photos for 6-7 years.David was inspired to move into the daunting world of professional photography through experience gained as an assistant. Having always loved photography from a young age, he was encouraged to go pro when the assisting became 'co-shooting' - and he's never looked back since.
And the most rewarding part of the job? That's simple - making people smile!
See more of David's work on his website.
What's in a Wedding Photographers kitbag?
We asked David what his go to kit is:
- Nikon D750
- Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-120 f/G ED VR
- Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G
- Sigma 180mm f/2.8 Macro
- Nikon SB-700 Speedlight
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