-
TheFashionBrides Interviews: Bernardo Martínez
A perfect wedding is complete only with photographers to match. That’s why we had a quick interview with Bernardo Martínez, a 29 year old Mexican cinematographer with film studies in México, Cuba & Spain to get the best tricks from him. He has over 100 weddings in México, United States & Europe and we guarantee he’ll make your wedding a real dream
How would you describe your general style?
I guess my style would be defined as cinematographic/documentary. I’ve always thought that a wedding film should aspire to reflect the couple’s escence throughout the whole celebration.
Would you say you follow the stories around more so than the light?
As a former cinematographer, you use the light as part of your tools to tell a story. It’s a 50-50 situation where you need to focus on action but never forget light a a medium to create pace, movement and intention. You also need to shoot thinking about edition. Wedding films are like a puzzle you slowly unveil and carefully fit in each piece into the right spot.
Preparing for a wedding, do you see it as a blank canvas, where settings will work best. How do you start to paint your canvas when preparing for a wedding?
Good question. First I want to take a look around my location(s), see where light strikes and how much time I will spend there. You need to look up at the sun or the source of light and calculate where will it be in 20-30 minutes and how shadows will change in that precise time. You want to focus first on your set & lightning, then turn onto your main characters (bride & groom). I want to be comfortable with my visual settings then focus on action & emotion.
How do you manage your clients’ expectations and/or encourage them to think outside the box to work with you?
It’s perhaps the most important part, to have the bride & groom on the same page is priceless. I admire those couples who dare to change the norm. More so, those who challenge me to create something new out of the bloom. You want to have creative freedom above all and keep true to your ideals and your own style.
What is in your photography kit?
2 Canon DSLR’s
CineLenses 14mm, 18-35mm, 40mm, 50mm, 85mm all f1.8 or lower
2 Monopods
15 Memory Cards 32GB
4 External Audio Recorders
3 LavalieresYou have a team of other photographers or do you prefer working alone?
Yes, I do work aside photographers who share the same perspective, it’s great to work around people you admire. On the video side, I do have other videographers who share my passion as well.
Further advice or ideas for brides?
Choose a photographer and videographer wisely. Take a good look at different types of work. Find someone who fits what you’re looking for. Make a meeting in person and get to know them.
What’s your advice for The FashionBrides readers?
Take some time and watch closely the work of others, ask for suggestions, ask for referrals from other clients. Feel free to express what you are looking for, that will give us more room to provide ideas that will fit your needs. And above all, take a good rest the day before your wedding. Trust us while we do our thing, you both concentrate on having fun on one of the best days of your life & everything will be great.
Catch up with Bernardo on www.facebook.com/sunnysidevp and www.vimeo.com/sunnysidefp or via email at bernamtzf@gmail.com
-
Justin Alexander 2016 Fall Bridal Collection
One of America’s and Europe’s most influential producers of wedding fashions, Justin Alexander designs are found across the globe because of their exceptional quality and superb style. The label includes Signature by Justin Alexander and Accessories. These collections capture the romantic dreams of brides everywhere who seek Old Hollywood glamour. If you love Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn or Jackie Kennedy, you’ll find Justin Alexander the right fit for your most important day.
Check our Bridal Designers Directory for similar gowns. Don’t forget to share the gowns you like on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest, it means the world to us.
-
Mia Mia 2016 Spring Bridal Collection
The MiaMia gowns are light and pretty with beautiful touches of beading which highlight the fluid silhouettes and lovely movement of the gowns. They are using silk duchesse, silk slipper satin and silk organza, but also offer other fabrics as alternatives to those used on the sample gowns.
Check our Bridal Designers Directory for similar gowns. Don’t forget to share the gowns you like on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest, it means the world to us.
-
Madeline Gardener 2016 Spring Bridal Collection
Madeline Gardener, an internationally recognized bridal designer from New York City, would warmly like to welcome you to experience her latest collection, which is visually elegant with traditional style. The collection highlights impeccable gown construction and is tailored with delicate atelier patterns. The rich ornamentations and feminine shapes bring forth style with sensuality.
Check our Bridal Designers Directory for similar gowns. Don’t forget to share the gowns you like on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest, it means the world to us.
-
Villais 2016 Spring Bridal Collection
osphere. This collection is all about volume games or in other words, dresses that define the silhouette, and tulle layers that come out below the hips to add movement to the skirts. This collection also offers mermaid dresses that accentuate the curves.
Check our Bridal Designers Directory for similar gowns. Don’t forget to share the gowns you like on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest, it means the world to us.
-
Stephanie Allin 2016 Spring Bridal Collection
Stephanie has been making couture wedding dresses for over 20 years. Her unique creations are loved for her attention to detail, femininity and impeccable fit. She is renowned for her exquisite use of the most luxurious fabrics which she hand picks every season. Technically immaculate corsetry enhanced by her use of soft, feminine lines make her dresses a joy to wear. With her knowledge of the female figure and an astute eye for fashion, it is impossible not to look your best in a Stephanie Allin Couture gown.
Check our Bridal Designers Directory for similar gowns. Don’t forget to share the gowns you like on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest, it means the world to us.
-
Lillian West 2016 Spring Bridal Collection
Lillian West collection features classic lines of rich satins, re-embroidered fine laces and soft romantic fabrics. Each wedding dress features stunning details that create exclusive works of art. The collection features plunging gowns with low backs, sexy slits, chic one shoulder neckline and beautiful classic lace silhouettes.
Check our Bridal Designers Directory for similar gowns. Don’t forget to share the gowns you like on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest, it means the world to us.
-
Elisabetta Polignano 2016 Spring Bridal Collection
In her new collection Elisabetta Polignano brings new ideas and methods that have been researched and experimented to meet the taste of fine romanticism, which is underlined by the names of the models reminding lady writers, poetesses, heroines of romances.
Check our Bridal Designers Directory for similar gowns. Don’t forget to share the gowns you like on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest, it means the world to us.
-
Halfpenny 2016 Spring Bridal Collection
Kate Halfpenny, celebrity fashion stylist has an enviable collection of stunning gowns to suit any brides dream wedding or for the ultimate party. Working from her studio, you can always find Kate surrounded by mannequins adorned with the most beautiful dresses that she has designed and vintage wedding gowns from the late 1800s.
Check our Bridal Designers Directory for similar gowns. Don’t forget to share the gowns you like on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest, it means the world to us.
-
Stewart Parvin 2016 Spring Bridal Collection
Feted by National magazine and Newspaper press, royal couturier Stewart Parvins passion for contemporary chic design and couture quality has resulted in a bridal collection that is both sensuous and elegantly stylish. Stewart has a London studio from where he designs all his pieces and keeps a close eye on the creation of each garment.
Check our Bridal Designers Directory for similar gowns. Don’t forget to share the gowns you like on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest, it means the world to us.