Some photographers ask that no one else take photographs during the formal photography. Is that reasonable?
Yes. If the photographer is trying to work quickly through a series of formal photographs, a snap-shooter might slow the process. A problem arises when there are several cameras aimed at a formal group the subjects will be looking at different lenses. The diverted attention will ruin the professional’s picture. Or, if the professional is using a light-sensing trigger device (“slave”) on a second flash, other flashes will trigger this flash, ruining the photographs (that you are paying for) and wasting battery power. Snap-shooters can also slow the transition from one pose to another, as they call for “just one more second.” There are many other reasons why a professional might ask others to refrain from picture taking during formal photography. On the other hand, many guests find snapping a few photographs a pleasant part of attending weddings, so it should not be a big deal for your professional to be relaxed and let people snap away when formal photography is over. Ideally, guests sh
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