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bios
Kate
Chin, master photographer, photo editor and album
designer
Kate is an alumni of the University of Wisconsin-Madison
who studied under a remarkable photojournalist
while working on special documentary projects.
Kate founded Captured Moments in 2002, giving
couples a company that combines classic and modern
style, the latest albums and products, and the
very best customer service.
What are some shots that you just have to take
at every wedding?
Must haves would be stunning, modern bridal portraits
as well as shots of the bride and groom that focus
on natural interaction and show true emotion.
What are your favorite things to shoot
at weddings?
I love to shoot “first” moments –
when a groom or father sees the bride for the
first time, when a couple walks out after the
recessional and shares those first happy moments
as husband and wife, when a bride and groom have
their first dance – all of these moments
create such beautiful emotion, and it’s
just the best to have the chance to capture those
moments forever.
What’s a good tip for couples on how to
get the best photographs?
Relax and trust in the people around you –
family, wedding party and wedding professionals
- to make your day easy and comfortable. When
you are relaxed, that joy and calmness comes through
in your photographs. At the opposite end, if you
are really stressed or worried about things going
perfectly, not only will you look tense, but you
can sometimes miss out on a lot of happy moments
on a day that just flies by!
Gary
Damaschke, master photographer
Gary is an alumni of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where
he earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s
degrees. His years of experience in all fields
of photography paired with his natural creativity
allows him to effortlessly blend the special details
of your day into each and every picture.
What are some shots that you just have
to take at every wedding?
I really think that wedding pictures should reflect
the personalities of each couple. I try to create
images during the day that incorporate elements
of both nature and architecture, while still honoring
the style of the couple.
What are your favorite things to shoot
at weddings?
I love to look for those tender, intimate moments
between the bride and groom…moments that
happen so quickly that a couple might not have
even remembered them. Once those moments are captured
on camera they simply become unforgettable.
What’s a good tip for couples on
how to get the best photographs?
Spend time finding wedding professionals who fit
your style and make you feel comfortable, as many
of them will be sharing a good portion of your
day with you. Once you have chosen your wedding
team, communicate with them regularly to ensure
a meaningful, personalized and carefree wedding
day.
Dan
Chin, master videographer & assistant photographer
Dan is an alumni of the University of Wisconsin-Madison
where he studied journalism and had a strong interest
in creating motion pictures. Dan’s intuitive
eye for compelling imagery gives him the ability
to shoot cinematic wedding films while also being
able to create unique still shots.
How do you put your signature touch on each wedding
film?
A true wedding film is a lot more than holding
the camera and pressing record. Sure, you’d
still be able to watch the event, but you wouldn’t
see and feel the details. For example, instead
of just shooting your first dance from the same
angle the whole time, I shoot things that make
you feel like you are actually there...the way
the groom is holding the bride’s hand, or
the way the bride’s dress sweeps across
the floor. Emotion is captured in the details.
What are your favorite things to shoot
at weddings?
I love capturing the father-daughter dance because
there is just so much emotion and interaction.
The father is filled with pride, joy and a touch
of sadness in giving his daughter away and looking
back on the years that have led up to this moment.
There are just so many feelings that you can see
in each of their eyes, and it’s incredible
to capture them on film.
What’s a good tip for couples on
how to get the best video?
Natural footage from your day will produce a video
that truly reflects your wedding and who you are,
so try to pretend the camera isn’t even
there. Don’t let it influence what you say
or how you act - just let the day unfold.
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