THE SECOND SHOT by Carolyn Lightcap
Famed wedding photograph Carolyn Lightcap is well known for her candid romantic shots of couples. Her work has been published in both the knot and Stuart Magazines. As a six-time recipient of “The Knots Best of Weddings” she was recently awarded into the “Knots Hall of a Fame”.
Growing up, Carolyn always new she wanted to be a photographer, but it wasn’t until a photographer friend asked her to assist at a wedding, she knew this was what she would do for the rest of her life. She soon built the business of her dreams in Palm Beach County, where she resided for 17 years until moving her business to Stuart Florida.
With a background in art and design, Carolyn says she imagines a shot in her mind moments before it actually happens.
Carolyn understands the significance of a couple’s wedding day. The romance, the excitement and the fun. Carolyn also believes, to truly tell a story with exceptional imagery, you need to ensemble the perfect team. The lighting, the details and the second shot, their all equally important.
Carolyn’s Program will demonstrate how a second photographer allows the primary photographer to perform at their highest possible level, while bringing in a different perspective. Second shooters can bring different artistic ideas and interpretations, and capture moments that might otherwise be missed or unnoticed.
Second shooting is also an amazing way to venture into the wedding photography world. It allows you to practice your skills while also networking with local photographers and vendors.
The program will include:
Lens preference as to which lens to use?
Communication with the lead Photographer
How to add variety to the client’s gallery and still aid the lead photographer in anything they need.
How to Keep an eye out for the little things. If the bride’s dressed needs to be fluffed for a photo, or the groom’s boutonnière is crooked, and how to avoid those dreadful obstructive backgrounds.
How to photograph the Groom along with his groomsmen and family.
Choosing a different vantage point (for example, if the main photographer is capturing portraits, you could choose a longer lens to photograph their hands, the details on the bride’s dress, the bouquets, etc.
Picking the second angle wisely, noticing body types, lighting on your subject, ect.
Keep in mind that every photographer is looking for something different in their second shooters. Communication is key!
This event is FREE for PPAPB members. Members will receive an email with a link.
Non-member Fee $10
Non-member tickets: click here
Membership starting from $5 to $9/month
Join: https://www.ppapalmbeach.com/join-us
SCHEDULE:
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM: SOCIAL TIME
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM: CLASS
Questions please email: ppaofpalmbeach@gmail.com