Rivini's 2007 exquisite bridal collection made its debut fresh off the runways at Austin’s very own couture bridal shop Serendipity Bridal on W. Anderson across from the North Cross Mall February 23rd-25th. Monte Durham, Rivini’s stylist extraordinaire, enveloped dozens of eagerly awaiting bride’s in the finest organza, silk and chiffon gowns this side of Paris. Designed by Rita Vinieris, the Rivini 2007 Bridal collection is a feast of sumptuous fabrics and romantic details. Although classic in everyway a bridal gown should be, Rivini’s gowns embody chic silhouettes and modern lines. This exclusive trunk show was a true treat for all the Austin bride’s to be that had the chance to try on one of these fabulous gowns. Serendipity owner and visionary Jessica Epstein operates Autsin’s only full service bridal salon with an eye for the freshest fashions and highest quality. A heartfelt “Thank You” to Serendipity and Rivini for allowing us to cover your event!
For more information about Alina Prax, wedding photographer or to book her for your engagement, bridal, or wedding event, please call 512.608.8000, or email her info@ladolcevitaphoto.com.
Sunday, February 25, 2007
Rivini Reveals 2007 Collection at Serendipity Bridal, Austin TX
Monday, January 8, 2007
History of Wedding Photography
Wedding Photography began in the 1800's as wedding portraiture and was mostly restricted to the studio environment and stiffly posed images. With the advent of roll film and better lighting equipment at the turn of the 20th Century savvy photojournalists would snap photos of post WWII weddings, attempting to sell them their photos to the couple after they wed.
Contemporary wedding photography came to the forefront in the 1970’s when it started blending photojournalism and location portrait photography into one art form. It is now fashionably for a bride and groom to hire a photographer to document their wedding day as it unfolds. Capturing a wedding in a photojournalistic style includes a variety of shots ranging from formal posed images of the bridal party to candid snapshots of the guests. A popular way to present these images is in a traditional leather bound or coffee table style album. An album allows the couple to share their memories in an organized and chronological fashion with friends and family. In many instances albums are passed down through generations, becoming family heirlooms. Since the advent of digital in the late 90’s wedding photography has exploded. Digital photography allows for virtually unlimited captures and introduced new design ideas into wedding album design. The real beauty and work of digital lies in its post-production. Images captured in color can be turned into black&white or sepia images allowing photographers more flexibility then ever before. Contemporary wedding photography is also known as wedding photojournalism, wedding reportage and documentary wedding photography.
What Are Brides Really Looking for When Hiring a Photographer?
Let’s be honest. When choosing a wedding photographer, what are brides really looking for? In my experience as a fine art wedding photographer, there are two major concerns brides have. Will the photographer be sensitive to her wedding day needs and will the photographer adequately capture how fabulous she looks on her wedding day?
First, being sensitive to a bride’s needs goes beyond whether the photographer can keep a low profile the day of, or if they get all the captures on the formals list. At its core it involves having a photographer who is an astute listener and asks enough questions to know exactly what special candid shots to get and what family dynamics to be sensitive to. The second point is one some brides shun out of modesty. It’s the secret desire to look absolutely stunning on her wedding day. If there is one time in a woman’s life when looking gorgeous is a major concern, then it’s on her wedding day. So let’s face it, if you can capture a bride’s inner and outer beauty in her wedding day images and fulfill with grace and punctuality her expectations, then you have succeeded as her wedding photographer. If you are a bride, make sure to cover both points with your photographer. If you are a wedding photographer, ask lots of questions and consider offering an engagement photo session to get to know your couple and all their best angles!
