A wedding with no experience?

[Janet80]

My sister in law was wondering if I would do her wedding in December. I've never even attempted a wedding, obviously it would be free for her, and I would have a digital class at college this fall where I could probably improve.... but should I say no since I've never done a wedding? I don't want to do a poor job, you know? :blushing: If I did want to do it, would I need some kind of lighting fixture.... all I have is a camera with its lame flash, and they're getting married in the Illinois winter so outdoor pictures is going to be questionable if you knwo what I mean :mrgreen:

 

[danalec99]

This is easy. It is not a wise move to cover a wedding without enough experience.

Edit: See if you can assist/second shoot a wedding photographer in your area for a handful of weddings before Dec. Or you could second shoot for weddings, if any, in your family/friends circle. The reason why I'm saying is because Weddings cannot be re-staged. I don't intend to dampen your spirits. It's just that people often assume that weddings are easy and all you need is the needed gear, but it is not necessarily the case.

 

[markc]

This is easy. It is not a wise move to cover a wedding without enough experience.

I agree. It's too important of an occasion. I could see it if you were an accomplished portrait photographer looking to branch out, even if you didn't have wedding experience, but I don't think you'll get what you need from a class or two. It really takes time behind the lens.

 

[Sharkbait]

Where in Ill are you? We're based out of Indy, and have done mentorships with up-and-coming wedding photographers. If you're up to a few road-trips, you're welcome to come out with us a few times this summer. We're solid pretty much every weekend through November.