Buddha Tooth Relic Temple (Singapore) Wedding

[estronutz]

My first time posting in this sub forum.

A ceremony at BTRTS some time back. First one held there. I was working there, so no harm taking a few shots

My first try at shooting wedding couple ... C&C please ... Hope to improve

[weiconghon]

Originally Posted by estronutz My first time posting in this sub forum. A ceremony at BTRTS some time back. First one held there. I was working there, so no harm taking a few shots My first try at shooting wedding couple ... C&C please ... Hope to improve

Very dark, did you use flash?

[estronutz]

Nope ... no flash used ... actually the dark was intentional ... I suppose it didn't really work ?

Point noted

[JillValentine]

Originally Posted by estronutz Nope ... no flash used ... actually the dark was intentional ... I suppose it didn't really work ? Point noted

Flash is not allowed?

Can post more photos? As I have never seen a wedding in a temple before. Dunno how is it conducted. Thanks!

[estronutz]

Flash not allowed ... but I see people shooting away with it =x

It is something like a ceremony with chanting and the chief monk giving blessings and pronouncing the couple as man and wife...

Didn't snap a lot ... sorry =x

[Reliance]

Frontal shot would be better.

[The Oracle]

Tune up your exposure using any software like photoshop. I think it is way too dark when you develop it. Usually what you see in monitor is usually alittle under when develop.

[estronutz]

Originally Posted by Reliance Frontal shot would be better.

In front of them is the Guan Yin ... I don't dare

Originally Posted by The Oracle Tune up your exposure using any software like photoshop. I think it is way too dark when you develop it. Usually what you see in monitor is usually alittle under when develop.

Point noted thanks !

[skipbo]

Are they vegetarians? why temple?

[dahaoren]

Originally Posted by skipbo Are they vegetarians? why temple?

I don't think you need to be a vegetarian to have your wedding in the temple. However if you have a lunch reception there, then confirmed will be vegetarian.

I did a few backup Buddhist AD wedding photography for my friends before and I don't think it is a NO-NO to have the religious images in the framing. in fact it may add in some serenity and holiness in the composition which most of the wedding couples who hosts their wedding in a religious premises want. I use flash for those projects i took and should not be any problems. nevertheless you can politely ask for any restriction b4hand.

Do share more of your shots. jia you!

[estronutz]

Originally Posted by skipbo Are they vegetarians? why temple?

I believe vegetarians and the temple has nothing to do with each other.

Originally Posted by dahaoren I don't think you need to be a vegetarian to have your wedding in the temple. However if you have a lunch reception there, then confirmed will be vegetarian. I did a few backup Buddhist AD wedding photography for my friends before and I don't think it is a NO-NO to have the religious images in the framing. in fact it may add in some serenity and holiness in the composition which most of the wedding couples who hosts their wedding in a religious premises want. I use flash for those projects i took and should not be any problems. nevertheless you can politely ask for any restriction b4hand. Do share more of your shots. jia you!

The chief monk was chanting all 3 of them were facing the Guan Yin ... and I felt it was rude to stand in front of them

I agree with you about the composition ... Point noted! I guess flash is a must.

[magnum25]

sir, medyo blurred din po sila. sobrang bagal na shutterspeed po ba yung gamit niyo?
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[contaxable]

Originally Posted by estronutz In front of them is the Guan Yin ... I don't dare Point noted thanks !

A good attempt you have here.

Actually, this temple allows photography on the gods. The management told me to go ahead to shoot when I was invited for a private tour. But i guess it would be out of courtesy to double check with the monk in charge. As for use of flash, it can be subjective and a personal choice even if the temple allows it. I won't use it at all as I have high ISO and a fast lens to improvise.

However, not all temples allow indoor photography especially the ones pointing the camera at the statues. More importantly, it is the intent of shooting that matters more. A good shot is worthless if one uses it as a form of mockery. But a picture depicting the mood and the event would bring back good memories.

Hope the couple enjoys your pictures.

[Crabbiex]

Sharpness aside, I think Pic #1 is nice. I like the colours, finds it very soothing.

[ghoonk]

Did you get permission from the wedding couple to take and publish photos of their ceremony here?

[estronutz]

Originally Posted by magnum25 sir, medyo blurred din po sila. sobrang bagal na shutterspeed po ba yung gamit niyo? __________________ Hale's Twilight sucks bigtime!

Hi I don't understand anything except shutter speed =x

Originally Posted by contaxable A good attempt you have here. Actually, this temple allows photography on the gods. The management told me to go ahead to shoot when I was invited for a private tour. But i guess it would be out of courtesy to double check with the monk in charge. As for use of flash, it can be subjective and a personal choice even if the temple allows it. I won't use it at all as I have high ISO and a fast lens to improvise. However, not all temples allow indoor photography especially the ones pointing the camera at the statues. More importantly, it is the intent of shooting that matters more. A good shot is worthless if one uses it as a form of mockery. But a picture depicting the mood and the event would bring back good memories. Hope the couple enjoys your pictures.

Point noted

Originally Posted by Crabbiex Sharpness aside, I think Pic #1 is nice. I like the colours, finds it very soothing.

Thanks for viewing

Originally Posted by ghoonk Did you get permission from the wedding couple to take and publish photos of their ceremony here?

You've got PM

[estronutz]

Images removed at request. Thanks for all the comments

[excelglsi]

Originally Posted by estronutz Flash not allowed ... but I see people shooting away with it =x It is something like a ceremony with chanting and the chief monk giving blessings and pronouncing the couple as man and wife... Didn't snap a lot ... sorry =x

Do u koe how much it cost to have somethin like tat in the Temple?

[ghoonk]

Not very much. You just need to see the JP (Shi Fa Zhao) to have him agree to carry out the solemnization ceremony for you. Generally, the token fee is SGD25, but I believe most people give more, and also a little something for the other monks as well. Seating also costs a bit (under $8 per seat) and the vegetarian buffet reception after that is also optional (no more than SGD15 per head, I think). All in all, it's a lot cheaper than doing it at some country club, but the spirit of the event is to be married and blessed by Buddha.

[spazzer]

Originally Posted by JillValentine Flash is not allowed? Can post more photos? As I have never seen a wedding in a temple before. Dunno how is it conducted. Thanks!

err flash is allowed ther fyi