Engagement session in the rain

[jmoore01]

I scheduled an engagement session for tomorrow before the rainy forecast was known. I'll be shooting at a location that allows for both indoor and outdoor shooting. The bride-to-be has stated that not only would she not mind shooting in the rain, but she would like it. Sooo, I'll be picking up a pair of optech camera sleeves/covers to provide protection for my non-sealed cameras/lenses.

I'm actually excited this opportunity, but I've never shot in the rain, so if anyone can provide any rain session pointers, it would be greatly appreciated.

[PIC]

Use your umbrellas !!

[thelegend1472]

Use fast shutter speeds (you'll have to play around with the settings) to catch the rain drops as they fall and it looks really cool. Longer shutters even 1/50 and 1/60 tend to be a little on the slow side even for a nice blur effect. Sounds like a cool shoot. Post some pics after it happens!

[Silvernic]

No advice, but I can't wait to see your shots!

[Stephen H]

If you want shots in heavy rain, it will be a light rain- and cold and rainy won't be near as much fun as just rainy.

I'd take an umbrella and maybe a butler to hold it for me while I shot.

[Steve O Chap]

Originally Posted by jmoore01

....so if anyone can provide any rain session pointers, it would be greatly appreciated.

Don't let the camera get wet....

I hope the session went well Jeff!

[LadyShutterBug]

i wish some of my clients were more adventurous! i'd love to shoot in the rain.

good luck!

they make little umbrellas to go over your camera, fyi.