I want to start to do portraits and wedding photography outside because I like to take photos outside rather than indoors. What equipment would I need to buy so I can do that? Currently I only have a canon t1i and the kit lens. Should I shadow someone to learn?

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A good way is to work under an experienced wedding photographer. Obviously some people learn a different way (for example taking pictures of families and friends and taking classes until they get proficient enough to start charging clients). If it were up to me I would choose the former, but that's just me. You probably can't make a living as a wedding photographer if you only want to shoot outdoors (as most weddings occur either indoors or have at least an indoor component). Plus, most weddings go into the night, when it's dark. I suggest looking at online resources first. There is a whole lot more to wedding photography than pointing and shooting.

* Learn how to use a fully adjustable camera (school is the fastest and least frustrating way to do this) *Work as an assistant to a wedding photography. Buy the equipment you need earned from the excellent work you do while working with the pro * once you have learned the business and accumulated the equipment you need, figure out what you have to make per wedding to stay in business. Here is something to help you determine how much that is. https://www.nppa.org/professional_development/business_practices/cdb/cdbcalc.cfm Most wedding photographers have two dSLR's one full frame and one APS-C sensored camera. They also have two dedicated electronic flash units with flash diffusers, each mounted on a flash bracket to avoid redeye. Lenses: 24-70 mm f/2.8, 70-200 mm f/2.8 and 50 mm f/1.4 Memory cards: 6 to 8 - 4 gb CF cards Lots of spare batteries

Different photographers have different styles of shooting and that helps decide what equipment they use. If you could take a course you could try out different styles and decide whats best for you. A good way is also to look at photographers work you like and find what equipment and techniques they have used. While classes are good there is a huge amount of information on the internet and you can certainly gain a some understanding from there. Also like anything, practice, practice and practice!

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This is a question i get asked all the time and my answer is always the same. If you have to ask what equipment you need to be a wedding photographer then you are not ready to be a wedding photographer. A wedding is the most important day of a couples life and there photographer is trusted to record the memory's of this day without fail. You need to have fully mastered your photography skills before you even think about shooting a wedding. That including mastering equipment what it does and why you use it. I can tell you to get a 70 200 f2.8 but if you dont know why your using it you will get no benefits. Spend your time mastering your skills and maybe take up a course in photography . Once you have your skills in place then speak to local photographers and spend some time assisting them. Assisting is hard work. You will carry bags set up lights and run all over the pace but you will learn lots. As for liking to take photos outside not inside you will also need to master both for wedding and portrait photography. often many parts of a wedding will be indoors and your images will have to be just as perfect as the outdoor shots. have a good look at http://www.wedding-photographer-advice.co.uk/

In most photography you will be advised that dawn and dusk are great times to photograph your subject. This is especially true if you are doing a gardening party photography at wedding, the soft light and lack of shadows can create a far more impressive image. Here are some tips, Use a Tripod This is always advisable to improve stability and prevent any camera shake. It is likely that you will be using a slower shutter speed for this type of photography, therefore the risk of shake is increased. Play with Light Plants can often create dramatic images by using backlighting, and reflective surfaces are great for throwing light back into a flower, opening up much more detail and colour. Think about the Other Things in the Garden Although you may have visited specifically to photograph plants, think about the other flora and fauna around you. Even garden ornaments can make a great subject for your photograph. Try a Different Angle Try taking your photograph from an unusual angle. It can make the picture more interesting and give you a different perspective.