Tuesday

Looking Good...

Brides pay top dollar for their wedding photographer. That is no surprise -- who doesn't want a great album of memories? I'm always surprised, however, when a bride is completely camera shy on her wedding day or isn't sure how to interact with the camera. Here are a few of my tips to help you take great pictures...

1. Ever notice how celebrities stand on the red carpet?

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See how all these women find a way to bend their arms a bit? This provides the illusion of having a skinnier waist. Now, you don't have to be quite so dramatic about bending your elbow, but do be aware of where your arms are during your wedding day photos.

2. Where is my head?

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Beyonce shows us a perfect example of how celebrities often tilt their heads. Did you ever notice how they frequently will move so their pictures are not shot from straight on? And, look at how her chin is slightly tilted downward. You may want to practice this in front of a mirror so you don't look quite as "pop star-ish" but definitely try it out!

3. I have to pose with flowers, too?

The key to a good bridal party shot is to make sure you and your bridesmaids aren't holding the flowers up too high. Instead, hold the bouquet at arms length -- but, remember, with a little bend. Keep this in mind not only when posing for pictures but also when walking down the aisle.

Definitely ask your photographer for any other tips s/he may have.

Let me know if you can think of any other good tips!

Monday

Balance Photography at Retropolitan

Last night I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to stop by Retropolitan in Ellicott City for Old Fashion(ed), a photography show by balance photographers Nathaniel Corn & Rissa Miller. Last night was the show opening, and it remains open until January 5, 2011. You have to go check it out. As they describe it, the show is "a collection of 18 new photographic works by Nathaniel Corn and Rissa Miller. The photographs were shot in vintage style on film cameras and printed on aluminum, canvas, cotton and encaustic wax on wood. Each piece is a numbered limited edition." The pictures were absolutely beautiful!

Retropolitan, as I learned last night, is a shop in downtown Ellicott City that features antiques and vintage pieces. Wishing I didn't have a six month pregnant belly, I browsed through the beautiful vintage dresses wanting to buy so many of them.

Not only is the show worth the trip down there in itself, but as a bride, you can definitely find some great vintage pieces. Let me know when you make it down there and what you think!

Balance Photography: www.balanceweddings.com
Retropolitan: www.retropolitan.net/index.html

Wednesday

Wedzu

Have you heard of Wedzu? Compared to Etsy, this website is strictly for weddings - indie and handmade weddings, specifically. It is absolutely adorable. You'll have to check it out. Here is a peek at what I found when I was browsing the site:

Bunting
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Guest Box
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Photo Props
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And, of course, Pom Love is also on the site, too. I heart Pom Love! Check out Wedzu and tell us about your great finds.

Monday

Great wedding video shot by Love Life Images

Check out this amazing video by Alicia Kunz and David Morley of Love Life Images. It is amazing and shows you just how beautiful and truly neat Erica & Tommy's wedding was!