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Show Paw D2 THE DULY HERALD, Piumj, Utah, Sunday, January 24, lN9 The right photographer ensures beautiful memories A U I'll'.?' By LEE LITTLEWOOD Copley News Ser ice 'v'- - It may be years from now when you realize the importance of having hired a good photographer. In five, 10 or 20 years, when you pull out your wedding album to reminisce about your big day, it will be then that you appreciate being able to focus on happy memories instead of saying "Yuck! My eyes are closed in that one" or "Why are there shadows over our faces?" But how do you choose a photographer with the right stuff.' First, don't hire a relative, unless that relative is a professional. Just because Uncle Jim wants to do you a favor by shooting your pictures H fi fe isn't a good reason to let him. him you'd be happy, of course, if he'd like to bring his camera along to take snapshots for himself. When selecting a photographer, ask friends, family and for referrals. Word of mouth is the best way to select any vendor. Still, it's always good to do your own research. The yellow pages can yield great photographers and so can the Internet. Next, set up an appointment with three or four or more, and make sure you Tell VstMalcd Press Ik" Simplicity: classic sleeveless gown from Amsale has a deep V neckline, fitted bodice with basque back, pleated skirt with chapel train, set off with silk gardenias at the waist. A Sleek and simple describe latest trend in wedding dresses The Associated Press By "Floating world" every bride wants a dress that resembles the wed- Another advocate of the simple look is Erisa for Yumi Katsura, whose gowns are inspired by the "floating world" art movement of ancient sheath of Japan. One white satin devore on nude silk chiffon is cut on the bias, draping the body sensuously. Another gown is a sleeveless silhouette with a train, made of white silk double crepe touched lightly with an asymmetric line of bead applique. Simple but still stunningly detailed is the ivory reembroi-deretulle dress that looks like antique lace, from Carmela Sutera; the sleeves are sheer tulle with lace. Also from Sutera is a white Italian satin organza strapless dress with horizontal satin pintucking (a signature of the designer) around the waist of the bodice. Combining a costume effect with relatively simple line is a bias-cu- t slim charmeuse sheath with long trumpet It feasleeves, by tures an embroidered silk organza overlay finished with prismatic Austrian crystals. This designer, also has a sleeveless sheath with train done in floral embroidered silk crepe cut on the bias; there's also a Spanish-stylwrap to style over shoulders or hips. Not. ding cake. Sleek, minimalist styles are being offered to the bride who can't see herself wrapped up in ruffles, bows, puffed sleeves and yards and yards of material, even for a few hours. slip-lik- e Probably the proponent of the minimalist look is Vera Wang, but at least one designer, Amsale Aberra, has been around even longer (since 1986) and is belatedly getting recognition, with her designs now available in upscale department stores. The Amsale gowns have luxuriant fabrics such as Italian duchess and silk faced satin, silk gazar and peau de soie. But the lines are cut simply with strapless, sleeveless or fitted bodices, often with cut skirts that flare without bulk. Typical are a sleeveless dress in silk trikado, featuring a Chantilly lace bodice with bare lace paneling across the back and a sweep train or a sleeveless dress of double-facesilk satin which has a fitted bodice with basque back over a skirt of flaring soft pleats and small chapel train, set off by a pair of silk gardenias attached at the waist. Then there's the gown with deep scooped halter neckline and racer back, For about information which has lace Amsale's retail outlets and tracing the hemline; it also has trunk show schedules, call (800) a full cathedral train. best-know- A-li- n d e Ulla-Maij- d e A-li- pearl-beade- d actually meet and talk with the photographer who shoots weddings. Look at as many photos as he'll show you. If you don't like his style, leave courteously. You should "ooh" and "aah" over sample photos, especially since it's a sure bet the photographer only shows his best work at appointments. After all, he wants your business. Less posed, please Many couples are choosing to limit the number of posed pictures and are requesting candids. In time, a photo of your mother helping with your headpiece may mean more than a stand-upic of you and mom with pasted smiles. A shot of the flower girl and ring bearer sharing a messy candy bar reveals their personalities (and the reason behind the chocolate spots on her dress) and is more adorable than a posed photo. less-intrusiv- e p photographers aren't apt at candids. If this is your interest, make sure he knows your desires and has attracSome tive samples of candid work. Get what you want in writing and have everyone sign; that way, if something goes wrong, you can prove you had a mutual agreement. Make sure the photographer's name is in writing, and he doesn't send an assistant to shoot wedding. your (Although, many use assis- - 'now U 1 few Picture this: Don't get caught out lV p in 1 STEVE LI the rain looking for a photographer who N DY Copley News Service make your wedding day will pictures perfect. tants to help.) photographer isn't required to turn over the negatives, unless it's been guaran-- ' teed beforehand. As a rule of thumb, you may want to allocate 7 percent to 10 percent of your wedding budget to photography. Fees, generally begin around $500 but can rise from $1,000 to By law, a Ask the photographer if he's shot at your particular wedding site before. He should know the lighting and restrictions of the rooms. If not, request that he visit the sites beforehand. Find out how many rolls the photographer will shoot. The more pictures he takes, the more you'll have to choose from. Find out if he uses color or black and white, or both, and agree. photos and natural lighting, the favorites of John F. Kennedy's wedding photographer, Atlanta-baseDenis Reggie, can convey a timeless quality that's appropriate for the occa- . Black-and-whi- d sion. Also, make sure you can pick your own album and number of pages. Remember, the more flexible the photographer and the greater the options the higher the you're offered likelihood you'll be pleased with the outcome. e profes$30,000 for a sional. Be sure to give the photographer a wedding program, so he knows the schedule, a list of everyone in the bridal party and addresses of the wedding big-nam- and reception sites. Things do go wrong occasionally. If you get back awful photos, consider asking to T have the prints redone. If the film is horrifyingly destroyed or missing, the photographer should arrange to reshoot you, the groom and the wedding party at no charge. (Make sure this is stipulated in the contract.) Of course, he can't your wedding day, but returning to the site is a good. start. If these don't work, request a refund, which you'll only get if he hasn't fulfilled his part of the arrangement. Most important advice for bride and groom? Smile and have fun. All that posing will be over much too soon, and you'll be left with, beautiful, photographic memories. rf)t vpu 5jci Photography budget The money part is tricky. Definitely establish ahead of time what is owed when and whether it is refundable (rarely) if you decide to cancel, reports Modern Bride magazine. Most photographers request 50 percent Find out, too, whether there is a charge for overtime, if you can hold off payment until the proofs are ready and, says Modern Bride, "when ' the albums will be delivered and whether you can hold onto the negatives in case relatives want more." Help stop emotional abuse. as harmful as physical abuse. 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