It was quite a celebration and they have been such a great couple to work with!
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Tricia & Carlo {Baltimore, Maryland Wedding Photographer}
Tricia & Carlo were "hitched again" last month at the Eastern Yacht club in Essex, MD.
It was quite a celebration and they have been such a great couple to work with!
It was quite a celebration and they have been such a great couple to work with!
A couple recent Engagement Sessions {Baltimore, Maryland Wedding Photographer}
Bonnie & Bryan will be married November 19th at St. Isaac Joes. Their reception will take place at the Sheraton Baltimore North Hotel in Towson. Bonnie & Bryan are such a sweet couple and we are looking forward to their big day!
Tara & Bill will be married November 13th at the Immaculate Conception and their reception will be held at the Overhills Mansion. Can't you just tell how in love with each other they are! Can't wait for their big day either!
Tara & Bill will be married November 13th at the Immaculate Conception and their reception will be held at the Overhills Mansion. Can't you just tell how in love with each other they are! Can't wait for their big day either!
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Custom Designed Wedding Guest Books
Just a reminder: Bill Rettberg Photography offers custom designed photo guest books for friends and family to sign at your wedding. No longer are guest books something that is stored away right after the wedding. Our guest books are a unique way of displaying the memories of your special day for years to come!
Our customized books have the feel of a personalized wedding album and give an added sense of style and sophistication to your special event. This modern yet simple guest book is a great way for couples to show off their engagement photos while collection notes from all of the arriving guests. Couples will choose photos from their engagement session to be included in the book. Guests sign over the opaque photo with a fine point marker.
If you are interested in adding one of these books to your wedding package, please let us know!
Our customized books have the feel of a personalized wedding album and give an added sense of style and sophistication to your special event. This modern yet simple guest book is a great way for couples to show off their engagement photos while collection notes from all of the arriving guests. Couples will choose photos from their engagement session to be included in the book. Guests sign over the opaque photo with a fine point marker.
If you are interested in adding one of these books to your wedding package, please let us know!
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Christie & Todd
We had the pleasure of photographing the wedding of this great couple on August 14th. Their wedding and reception was held at the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club, just over the bay bridge. Perfect weather, good food and great people...what more could a photographer ask for?!?!
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
A few recent Engagement Sessions
We are starting to book quite a few weddings for 2011 and with bookings comes Engagement Sessions! Here are a few taken in the past two weeks:
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Fun, fun couple! {Baltimore, MD Wedding Photographer}
This past weekend we photographed the wedding of Dina & Teddy....what a fun couple! After some pre-ceremony shots with both the bride & the groom, we headed over to the ceremony at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in Highlandtown. Their reception was held at Martins Eastwind on Rt. 40. Everyone at this wedding was such a pleasure to work with!
Mr. & Mrs. "A" {Baltimore, MD Wedding Photographer}
We have had the pleasure of photographing some great weddings in Baltimore these past few weeks! Amy & Jeff were married on Friday June 18th at St. Michaels Church in Overlea. Their reception was held at the Hilton Garden Inn White Marsh and boy what a celebration! Here are just a few photos from their day:
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. D! {Baltimore, Maryland Wedding Photographer}
We had the pleasure of photographing the wedding of this sweet couple this past weekend. The ceremony & reception both took place at the Gramercy Mansion. The couple had a beautiful outdoor ceremony followed by dinner and dancing! Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. D!
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Events to Celebrate! {Baltimore, Maryland Portrait Photographer}
We had the pleasure of photographing 2 great portrait sessions last week! One was for a high school grad and her family, the other was for the most adorable little boy celebrating his First Communion. Here are a couple of photos from their sessions:
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Helpful hints for a smooth picture taking day!
You already know by now that choosing the right wedding photographer is almost as important as chooisng the right groom (just kidding:)....but even if you have the best photographer, there are a few things that you can do to make sure your photos are the best that they can be!
Pre-Wedding Session:
Also known as an Engagement Session, helps you to get to know your photographer and gives you a chance to feel comfortable in front of the camera.
Hair & Make-Up:
Your wedding day is not the time to try out a new hair or make up style for the first time. We recommend scheduling a trial run a few weeks before your wedding. Not only will this ensure that you like the look but it will also give you an idea of exactly how much time you should allow.
Timeline:
While on the subject of time, it is important to mention that you should at least have a basic timeline of events for your day. You don't want to start the day going about your business willy-nilly....you & your bridal party will feel much more relaxed having some type of structure. Know before hand how long it takes for you to have your hair & make up done, how long it takes you to put on your dress (some brides take 10 minutes while other take 30-40 minutes), how long your photographer needs for photos, how long it takes to get to the ceremony location, etc. Once you have everyhting figured out, we suggests allowing a little extra time for each of the things mentioned just in case.
Before the Photographer arrives:
Be sure to have an extra invitation, your flowers, and any other things that you may want photographed ready. Also, be sure to survey the area to be used for picures and remove any objects that you do not want in your photos.
Clue them in!:
It is important to make sure that your bridal party and family are aware of when and where they will be needed for photos. This will save a ton of time when it comes time for your extended family group shot and your brother-in-law (or *insert name here*) is no where to be found.
Following these few simple guidelines will ensure that your wedding day will run smoothly. If you have any questions regarding time or the schedule for your day, consult with your photographer. After all, they have done this hundreds of times!
Pre-Wedding Session:
Also known as an Engagement Session, helps you to get to know your photographer and gives you a chance to feel comfortable in front of the camera.
Hair & Make-Up:
Your wedding day is not the time to try out a new hair or make up style for the first time. We recommend scheduling a trial run a few weeks before your wedding. Not only will this ensure that you like the look but it will also give you an idea of exactly how much time you should allow.
Timeline:
While on the subject of time, it is important to mention that you should at least have a basic timeline of events for your day. You don't want to start the day going about your business willy-nilly....you & your bridal party will feel much more relaxed having some type of structure. Know before hand how long it takes for you to have your hair & make up done, how long it takes you to put on your dress (some brides take 10 minutes while other take 30-40 minutes), how long your photographer needs for photos, how long it takes to get to the ceremony location, etc. Once you have everyhting figured out, we suggests allowing a little extra time for each of the things mentioned just in case.
Before the Photographer arrives:
Be sure to have an extra invitation, your flowers, and any other things that you may want photographed ready. Also, be sure to survey the area to be used for picures and remove any objects that you do not want in your photos.
Clue them in!:
It is important to make sure that your bridal party and family are aware of when and where they will be needed for photos. This will save a ton of time when it comes time for your extended family group shot and your brother-in-law (or *insert name here*) is no where to be found.
Following these few simple guidelines will ensure that your wedding day will run smoothly. If you have any questions regarding time or the schedule for your day, consult with your photographer. After all, they have done this hundreds of times!
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Recent Engagement Sessions {Baltimore Wedding Photographer}
We had the pleasure of photographing 2 great couples in the past two weeks.
Sarah & Howard will be getting married June 19th at the Engineers Club in Baltimore
and Kristyn & Dave will be married September 5th at St. Demetrios Church followed by a reception at Martins Valley Mansion in Hunt Valley.
Monday, March 8, 2010
What to look for in a wedding photographer { Baltimore Wedding Photographer}
Selecting a wedding photographer to document one of the most special days of your life is possibly the most important wedding planning decision you'll make. Your experience with the wedding photographer is perhaps the most intimate of all of the wedding vendors you hire. Remember that you are entrusting this person to immortalize you in still images that will be passed down from generation to genertation. Therefore, the best way to have a memorable and joyous photographic experience is to invest in a photographer whose work, personality and commitment meet your needs.
When looking for a wedding photographer, start early and decide how important having great photographs of your special day is to you. This will help determine how much you should spend on your wedding photography. Sadly, many couples do not consider this ahead of time and try to cut costs on their photography only to realize after the wedding how important the photographs are to them. Depending on the type of coverage or package you choose, photography can range from under $1000 to as much as $4000+, with the pajority of packages (including time, albums, etc.) around $2000-$3000.
For help with deciding on a wedding photographer, here are some important things to look for:
EXPERIENCE: Be suer to hire a photographer who has been in the business a while and one who can offer you professional service and quality products. Today, there are typically two types of photographers; those who are true professionals and whose business is solely wedding photography and then there are those who do this as a hobby or weekend job. Weddings are very unpredictable and wedding photography experience will best allow for one to adjust to changing conditionals and insure the best images possible. Also, a professional photographer will not have your prints made at a one hour printer. They send your images out to a professional lab or even better yet, print them in house (or in their studio). In addition, there are innexpensive wedding book makers and there are professional level wedding book makers. While the commercial printers and top level wedidng album makers can be a little pricey, remember that you get what you pay for.
PERSONALITY: metting with your photographer before hand and developing a positive relationship with him or her is crucial. This way you can gauge the type of person you are hiring and be sure that you will work together well. A good photographer will be fun, confident and personable. Remember that this person will not only be interacting with you but they will also be interacting with your family, bridal party and guests the day of your wedding and you want everyone to have a pleasant experience.
PORTFOLIO: When you meet with a photographer, be sure that they have a wide variety of photos to show you. Ask to see samples of complete wedding albums or better yet, an actual proof book from a recent wedding so that you can know exactly what to expect. Also, ask to see samples of the various types and style albums that they offer. While looking through the photos, take note of the photographers style to see if it matches the style photos that you are going for.
STYLE: Today, more and more brides are concerned with a photographer who offers "photojournalistic" style photography where images are candid and not posed. Remember that while the days of the police lineup bridal party portraits are gone, that doesn't mean you won't want any formal photos of your closest friends and family decked out in their finest. Though the candid style continues to gain steam and shows no signs of stopping, you still need some basic formal shots for "family historical purposes". Be sure to consider this when meeting your photographer and look for a good mix of "traditional" and "photojournalistic" styles in their work. This combination style could also be called "loosely posed".
PACKAGES: This can often be one of the most confusing parts of choosing a photographer because everyone offers something different and because there are just so many options! Some, what I like to call "weekend photographers" simply offer a high resolution CD / DVD of all of your images for one low price. While this deal can be tempting, keep in mind that a lot of times the photos on the disc will be in their original, un-edited format and will look nothing like professional photos if you have them printed at your 1 hour photo lab. Couples often times find themselves spending a lot more than planed after the wedding when they need to hire a professional to edit the images they received and create an album for them. This can often be just as expensive as a complete wedding package!
Other photographers price their services "a la carte" meaning you pay for the day of coverage and then buy albums, prints, etc. seperatley. This option can become quite pricey. It is best to look for a photographer who offers an "all inclusive" package. All inclusive packages will often include an engagement sesison (& prints), the photographers time on the day of your wedding, a proof book of all of the images taken and a complete bridal album. Depending on your budget, packages can also include extras such as a high resolution CD of the edited images, loose prints, parent albums, online viewing and ordering and more!
On the topic of wedding packages and albums, do your research ahead of time to determine what type of album you will want (this will also help to determine your budget) as the options are endless. The style of bridal albums available today ranges from the "traditional" matted style albums to the
modern "storybook" flush mount or coffee table styl ablums. The later are generally more compact than the "traditional" albums while at the same time, usually display more photos. There are a variety of cover options available ranging from leather to canvas, fabric, acrylic, photos, metallic, etc. Also, the layout of the photos inside the album is much more contemporary as well, with each print generally becoming a composite of multiple images.
Other important things to consider when choosing a photographer are:
1. Are they insured?
2. Do they use professional grade equiptment and do they bring back-up equiptment?
3. What is their cancellation policy?
4. What will happen in the event that they are unable to photograph your wedding?
With some time and research, you should have a good idea of what you are looking for and what you expect from your photographer before you even start to interview them. Remember that choosing a wedding photographer is one of the most important wedding planning decions you will make and it is important to start your search early as the best and most experienced photographers book prime dates as far as a year in advance.
copyright 2010- Amy Lingenfelder
When looking for a wedding photographer, start early and decide how important having great photographs of your special day is to you. This will help determine how much you should spend on your wedding photography. Sadly, many couples do not consider this ahead of time and try to cut costs on their photography only to realize after the wedding how important the photographs are to them. Depending on the type of coverage or package you choose, photography can range from under $1000 to as much as $4000+, with the pajority of packages (including time, albums, etc.) around $2000-$3000.
For help with deciding on a wedding photographer, here are some important things to look for:
EXPERIENCE: Be suer to hire a photographer who has been in the business a while and one who can offer you professional service and quality products. Today, there are typically two types of photographers; those who are true professionals and whose business is solely wedding photography and then there are those who do this as a hobby or weekend job. Weddings are very unpredictable and wedding photography experience will best allow for one to adjust to changing conditionals and insure the best images possible. Also, a professional photographer will not have your prints made at a one hour printer. They send your images out to a professional lab or even better yet, print them in house (or in their studio). In addition, there are innexpensive wedding book makers and there are professional level wedding book makers. While the commercial printers and top level wedidng album makers can be a little pricey, remember that you get what you pay for.
PERSONALITY: metting with your photographer before hand and developing a positive relationship with him or her is crucial. This way you can gauge the type of person you are hiring and be sure that you will work together well. A good photographer will be fun, confident and personable. Remember that this person will not only be interacting with you but they will also be interacting with your family, bridal party and guests the day of your wedding and you want everyone to have a pleasant experience.
PORTFOLIO: When you meet with a photographer, be sure that they have a wide variety of photos to show you. Ask to see samples of complete wedding albums or better yet, an actual proof book from a recent wedding so that you can know exactly what to expect. Also, ask to see samples of the various types and style albums that they offer. While looking through the photos, take note of the photographers style to see if it matches the style photos that you are going for.
STYLE: Today, more and more brides are concerned with a photographer who offers "photojournalistic" style photography where images are candid and not posed. Remember that while the days of the police lineup bridal party portraits are gone, that doesn't mean you won't want any formal photos of your closest friends and family decked out in their finest. Though the candid style continues to gain steam and shows no signs of stopping, you still need some basic formal shots for "family historical purposes". Be sure to consider this when meeting your photographer and look for a good mix of "traditional" and "photojournalistic" styles in their work. This combination style could also be called "loosely posed".
PACKAGES: This can often be one of the most confusing parts of choosing a photographer because everyone offers something different and because there are just so many options! Some, what I like to call "weekend photographers" simply offer a high resolution CD / DVD of all of your images for one low price. While this deal can be tempting, keep in mind that a lot of times the photos on the disc will be in their original, un-edited format and will look nothing like professional photos if you have them printed at your 1 hour photo lab. Couples often times find themselves spending a lot more than planed after the wedding when they need to hire a professional to edit the images they received and create an album for them. This can often be just as expensive as a complete wedding package!
Other photographers price their services "a la carte" meaning you pay for the day of coverage and then buy albums, prints, etc. seperatley. This option can become quite pricey. It is best to look for a photographer who offers an "all inclusive" package. All inclusive packages will often include an engagement sesison (& prints), the photographers time on the day of your wedding, a proof book of all of the images taken and a complete bridal album. Depending on your budget, packages can also include extras such as a high resolution CD of the edited images, loose prints, parent albums, online viewing and ordering and more!
On the topic of wedding packages and albums, do your research ahead of time to determine what type of album you will want (this will also help to determine your budget) as the options are endless. The style of bridal albums available today ranges from the "traditional" matted style albums to the
modern "storybook" flush mount or coffee table styl ablums. The later are generally more compact than the "traditional" albums while at the same time, usually display more photos. There are a variety of cover options available ranging from leather to canvas, fabric, acrylic, photos, metallic, etc. Also, the layout of the photos inside the album is much more contemporary as well, with each print generally becoming a composite of multiple images.
Other important things to consider when choosing a photographer are:
1. Are they insured?
2. Do they use professional grade equiptment and do they bring back-up equiptment?
3. What is their cancellation policy?
4. What will happen in the event that they are unable to photograph your wedding?
With some time and research, you should have a good idea of what you are looking for and what you expect from your photographer before you even start to interview them. Remember that choosing a wedding photographer is one of the most important wedding planning decions you will make and it is important to start your search early as the best and most experienced photographers book prime dates as far as a year in advance.
copyright 2010- Amy Lingenfelder
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Closed Monday March 1st
This is just a quick message to everyone that our office will be closed on Monday March 1, 2010 as we will be attending an all day seminar. We will re-open on Tuesday and return any calls / emails then.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Cari & Adam {Baltimore, Maryland Wedding Photographer}
Below are a few photos from Cari & Adam's wedding this past weekend. Both the ceremony and reception were held at The Belvedere and everything was beautiful! Congratulations Cari & Adam!
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