Grooming tips for the big day

I have spent a bit of time over the last 11 years retouching the images I’ve taken.  Thousands of images, thousands of hours spent removing blemishes, stray hairs, double chins, opening closed eyes – switching heads from one image to another.  You name it I have done it.

While retouching portraits of several different handsome men today I noticed that I was spending quite a bit of time on facial hair.  I can easily fix a stray nose hair but the mustache/beard area is a whole other thing.  This for me is one of the trickiest areas to do.  In one click the portrait can go from realistic to mannequin.  This made me stop and ponder the issue.  Maybe they just need a few tips on what to do and when to do it before their big day.  Do they know that a proper shave by a professional can change their life?

So here you go fellas.  I did a bit of surfing with the help of Google today and found a site/page to help you out.  I liked this one because of the tips are plain and simple – no fuss.  Ladies – feel free to share with your guys so you can make sure your wedding day photos are stunning!!!

http://themurdockman.com/5-grooming-tips-for-the-groom/

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Weddings all around the world

I’m always eager to see what some of my fellow photographer friends are doing all around the world.  I’ve known Melissa for a few years and love to see her images.  She is super creative and I love the way she captures the spirit and individuality of her bridal couples.  I was excited to start my wedding season this month – but now I”m SERIOUSLY excited!!

“There are so many fantastic ways to share the fine details about your special wedding day, if I have photographed your wedding and you have shared it publicly online, I would love to see it.

Here’s one from “Polka Dot Weddings…Inspiring Weddings Blog” from Maura and Steve’s whimsical 1940’s inspired wedding…”

 – Melissa Thorburn Photography, New Zealand

http://www.polkadotbride.com/2013/02/rustic-1940s-polka-dot-wellington-wedding/

 

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Share wedding photographs in Madison WI

Friday is Share Wedding Photographs

I love taking wedding pictures inside the Capitol building.  It’s architecture just screams for a bride and groom to pose.  On this particular day I had the luxury of time with my couple so we played.  On our way down from the third floor an idea for a mini photo story popped into my head.  I asked the bride and groom to stand in the middle of the elevator doors and kiss.  This is what happened …

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Hand in hand

Friday:  Share Wedding Photos

I took this photograph more than a handful of years ago.  The wedding was small and intimate and every moment was filled with love and happiness.  This photo was one of my favorites of the day because it signified taking their first steps into the future – together, hand in hand.

The second image is what I saw in my head today.  Sometimes I just like to play.  By the way, the carpet was not blue.  🙂

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