You've scouted the wedding location? Now the wedding day!

May 28, 2017

So in a previous post I gave my opinion that, yes, you should absolutely scout out a location of a wedding before the day of. The practice of which can get you more prepared for an event and comfortable in knowing the physical layout, lighting, flooring, where the bathrooms are, where to park, etc.

I try do this for a lot of my shoots, and recently had a wedding at a local hotel and having visited this venue before I felt this was extremely beneficial and had a more fluid and less stress filled shoot.

1. Stairs

Since I had remembered the main staircase I was able to know where to place myself, where the couple would be headed (the main reception area to camera left) and get some great images of the couple and their procession.

2. Reception Room

Knowing the size and layout of the room used for the main reception area I was able to find out the location for the dance floor, the size of tables (to move around with equipment) where the kitchen doors are (you do not want to block the pathway of the staff) and finally I could see the ceilings are low enough that I can bounce flash off them if needed. (Walls in the above images would not be up as staff told me).

3. Outside

The area just outside of the main reception area there is a small patio and grassy are as shown in the previous post.

This was good to have the layout of the cement vs the grassy area as the wedding had a fire dancer for an evening display of light and danger. Being aware of the small area in which the display would be I was able to position myself near the flame and not blocked by the audience.

So...

These and other shots throughout the night were in part captured with the knowledge that I had from a quick 10 minute trip before the event.

Do you normally scout of locations pick by clients beforehand? What is your method of preparation before a shoot? Share your thoughts below and as always.

Thanks for looking!

If you are in need of a Photographer

be sure to let me know

Contact me at LOGAN@LMSORENSON.NET

or (801) 455-9957

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Summer is the time of flea markets - Looking back at 2016s

May 24, 2017

I love festivals, markets and other such events that are hosted only when the weather is good.

It's a great place to get knick knacks, inspiration for photo ideas, pick up an old camera or just people watch and grab a lime-aid or such other cool drinks for the heat.

This post is a selection of images from the last flea market in the 2016 season.

Here's looking forward to the 2017 summer!

Thanks for looking!

If you are in need of a Photographer

be sure to let me know

Be sure to contact me at LOGAN@LMSORENSON.NET

or catch me at (801) 455-9957

And definitely, follow on

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YES You should scout out your next wedding venue - Searching the unknown.

March 11, 2017

Whenever accepting a new job, you always should ask a few questions.

...

One of the most important questions "Where will ______ be held?"

....

So, recently I met with an amazing couple to grab a coffee and discuss their upcoming wedding. After learning the facts such as how many guests, expectations of the bride, length of the event etc... These bits of info all really effect the other important bit of info on the location/venue.

They said that there was a ceremony at a neighborhood church, and then the reception at the mountain side Marriott Hotel in Salt Lake City.

Now, having never been to these locations I always think it is a good idea to take 20 minutes and scout out these spaces before I show up and find myself unprepared.

-The Marriott-

(From Parking Lot)

Now, so far there is nothing crazy, you have to get in there, see the available area, but at least I know where to park now.

(Scan of the lobby)

(Opposite view just over the blacony)

Now, getting the layout of the overall hotel, I can tell there is a lot of window light and spaces that I can sneak the couple out for shots when I can.

I can place them in chairs, with and without windows open.. etc As seen below. Getting some really nice portrait set ups.

Then, the venue/main area which is on the lower level of the hotel.

The entrance is just near the fore mentioned chairs and at the bottom of this staircase.

Entering the room I was told the dividers would be up, but the room is usually un-sectioned off and ready for large groups. Pictured below, you can see the divider and the general layout of the space (what is viewed here is onnly 1/3 of the overall space.

Now... The last thing to check out is the small patio area that should be available for shooting some portraits.

(Note these images were taken if Feb. and the event is in April, so the presence of snow is not expected the day of.)*

So what?

What does this even do, scouting a location, finding out what to expect?

Ok, well I will break down what it means to me.

1. I now know where I can park...

2. I know how far I might need to unload lights, carry bags, where I can set and set up these this as well...

3. I need to bring lights! From this mini tour I have seen that while the lobby and open area of the lower floor have a good level of light, lots from windows. Then room itself, assigned for the event has zero windows and only (warm) lighting from the ceiling...

4. There are a bunch of spots to steal the couple away for some quick portraits...

(I can use chairs, window light, brick wall outside, the tree line outside, the archway outside, the staircase shooting up at the couple... I can put them against a blank wall I can shoot down from the top level getting them and the pattern on the carpet.)

Anyway!

Basically, I now feel more prepped for this event, I feel excited about the opportunities and the shots I can get. I know where my equipment can be set up and have that out of my mind to focus on the tasks at hand.

Now I can get the couple, my client... The best photos I can.

Thanks for looking!

If you are in need of a Photographer,

So in a previous post I gave my opinion that, yes, you should absolutely scout out a location of a wedding before the day of. The practice of which can get you more prepared for an event and comfortable in knowing the physical layout, lighting, flooring, where the bathrooms are, where to park, etc.

I try do this for a lot of my shoots, and recently had a wedding at a local hotel and having visited this venue before I felt this was extremely beneficial and had a more fluid and less stress filled shoot.

1. Stairs

Since I had remembered the main staircase I was able to know where to place myself, where the couple would be headed (the main reception area to camera left) and get some great images of the couple and their procession.

2. Reception Room

3. Outside

The area just outside of the main reception area there is a small patio and grassy are as shown in the previous post.

This was good to have the layout of the cement vs the grassy area as the wedding had a fire dancer for an evening display of light and danger. Being aware of the small area in which the display would be I was able to position myself near the flame and not blocked by the audience.

So...

These and other shots throughout the night were in part captured with the knowledge that I had from a quick 10 minute trip before the event.

Do you normally scout of locations pick by clients beforehand? What is your method of preparation before a shoot? Share your thoughts below and as always.

Thanks for looking!

If you are in need of a Photographer

be sure to let me know

Contact me at LOGAN@LMSORENSON.NET

or (801) 455-9957

Give a follow on

Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, Tumblr

I love festivals, markets and other such events that are hosted only when the weather is good.

It's a great place to get knick knacks, inspiration for photo ideas, pick up an old camera or just people watch and grab a lime-aid or such other cool drinks for the heat.

This post is a selection of images from the last flea market in the 2016 season.

Here's looking forward to the 2017 summer!

Thanks for looking!

If you are in need of a Photographer

be sure to let me know

Be sure to contact me at LOGAN@LMSORENSON.NET

or catch me at (801) 455-9957

And definitely, follow on

Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Flick, 500px, Tumblr

Whenever accepting a new job, you always should ask a few questions.

One of the most important questions "Where will ______ be held?"

So, recently I met with an amazing couple to grab a coffee and discuss their upcoming wedding. After learning the facts such as how many guests, expectations of the bride, length of the event etc... These bits of info all really effect the other important bit of info on the location/venue.

They said that there was a ceremony at a neighborhood church, and then the reception at the mountain side Marriott Hotel in Salt Lake City.

Now, having never been to these locations I always think it is a good idea to take 20 minutes and scout out these spaces before I show up and find myself unprepared.

-The Marriott-

Now, so far there is nothing crazy, you have to get in there, see the available area, but at least I know where to park now.

Now, getting the layout of the overall hotel, I can tell there is a lot of window light and spaces that I can sneak the couple out for shots when I can.

I can place them in chairs, with and without windows open.. etc As seen below. Getting some really nice portrait set ups.

Then, the venue/main area which is on the lower level of the hotel.

The entrance is just near the fore mentioned chairs and at the bottom of this staircase.

Entering the room I was told the dividers would be up, but the room is usually un-sectioned off and ready for large groups. Pictured below, you can see the divider and the general layout of the space (what is viewed here is onnly 1/3 of the overall space.

Now... The last thing to check out is the small patio area that should be available for shooting some portraits.

(*Note these images were taken if Feb. and the event is in April, so the presence of snow is not expected the day of.)

So what?

What does this even do, scouting a location, finding out what to expect?

Ok, well I will break down what it means to me.

1. I now know where I can park...

2. I know how far I might need to unload lights, carry bags, where I can set and set up these this as well...

3. I need to bring lights! From this mini tour I have seen that while the lobby and open area of the lower floor have a good level of light, lots from windows. Then room itself, assigned for the event has zero windows and only (warm) lighting from the ceiling...

4. There are a bunch of spots to steal the couple away for some quick portraits...

Anyway!

Basically, I now feel more prepped for this event, I feel excited about the opportunities and the shots I can get. I know where my equipment can be set up and have that out of my mind to focus on the tasks at hand.

Now I can get the couple, my client... The best photos I can.

Thanks for looking!

If you are in need of a Photographer,

Be sure to let me know your thoughts and of course,

Be sure to contact me at LOGAN@LMSORENSON.NET

or catch me at (801) 455-9957

And definitely, follow on

Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Flick, 500px, Tumblr

(Note these images were taken if Feb. and the event is in April, so the presence of snow is not expected the day of.)*