Need some advice

[ECphoto]

Hi,

I'm shooting my second wedding in the next month or so, just wondering if theres any tips on getting great reception photos.

I currently don't own a off body flash, is this something I really should invest in before the wedding as I am not 100% confident in using them.

Any other advice on your best do's and don'ts at a wedding would be greatly appreciated aswell

 

[toohuge]

What do you feel is lacking in your photographs at the moment? There's little point in buying equipment because you saw a youtube video suggesting the 'essentials of wedding photography' etc. I have always found, my best shots come from the equipment I am most familiar with. A off camera flash could help, in the right circumstances.

 

[Slyelessar]

You can pick up vintage flashes cheaply, I would recommend practicing with one before using it, or at least be ready to not use it in case you have any issues capturing important moments.

 

[Phil V]

...Or would you suggest using the built in flash

Are you serious?

 

[Donnie]

Just feel my low light work could benefit from it. Or would you suggest using the built in flash

If you are asking that I hope that this isn't paid work.

 

[tijuana taxi]

Do have a spare camera
Don't forget to have a secure back up regime

 

[Metal God]

I always get a little worried when I read posts like this.

Personally I would never agree to do an important job like a wedding - unless I was 100% confident that I knew what I was doing.

I hope you are insured!!

 

[GreenNinja67]

As you're advertising yourself as a wedding photographer it may be a good idea to have more than 2 wedding related images in your portfolio on your website.

Just saying