Before shooting, set your camera's resolution based on what you intend to do with your photos. The higher the
resolution, the more clarity and detail your photos will have. A 1-2 megapixel (MP) setting may be sufficient
for small prints (such as 4 x 6) or e-mailing photos, but choose at least 4 MP if you want to make 8" x 10"
enlargements. Keep in mind that you may want to edit and resize these wedding photos later. For this, its
important to use a larger MP setting to ensure that the photo is still high quality.
Preserve the entire day by snapping photos during preparation through the whole event. Packing an extra
memory card and battery will ensure you can take as many shots as you want.
Anticipate a great candid shot by holding your camera's shutter halfway down to lock focus, and then gently
press the shutter all the way when you see the perfect picture. This will prevent "shutter lag" and allow you
to capture the moment right when it happens.
Chances are, the professional photographer will cover the formal wedding pictures, so look for offbeat and
overlooked candid moments instead: a child sticking his finger in the cake, a sea of bridesmaids struggling
to catch the bouquet, or Grandma doing the hokey-pokey.
Don't limit yourself to color photos.
Black-and-white photography
has a timeless, romantic quality perfectly suited to weddings.
Select HP printers, like the
A826 compact photo printer,
lets you print color, sepia, and black and white directly from your printer—no PC required.
Focus on small details that make the day beautiful. Capture close-up shots with your camera's zoom feature.
You can also use your camera's portrait mode (a feature of some cameras) when
you want to make sure the subject is in sharp focus and the background soft.
Take advantage of Snapfish,
HP's online photo sharing service, where you can share photos online, as well as order plenty of prints to pass
out or send to family and friends - at just 12 cents for a 4 x 6 print, it's a great value.
And, if you're feeling creative, check out the free photo project possibilities from the
HP Activity Center.
A photo calendar or scrapbook commemorating a wedding makes a thoughtful gift that will last long after the
bouquet is tossed.
Take a free online class
in digital photography! Explore the many features of your digital camera, find tips for cropping and editing your
images, and discover new ideas for sharing your photos in creative ways.
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