playing P.A. with the Significant Other

still wondering why I had another bad
dream last nigh when I had such a great time
at my SO's cousin's wedding.
It was actually the first official
photography/wedding gig that he did.
it's not really his thing, though,
most especially weddings. god,
he HATES staged photography and weddings
are the worst of all.

My SO is more of a free spirit
when he shoots. He doesn't like to have
lists of things he HAS to capture.
Being able to shoot without guidelines
is what makes his photography what it is:
creative, unique, honest and heartwarming.

I was his assistant.
I had a great time with it. It's amazing
how much power you feel just holding a camera,
even if all you can do is "point and shoot"
I tried my hand at some creative shots, but,eh!
I'm a fool to think I could have some master piece
after years of not even using a point and shoot camera.


The wedding itself was small for pinoy standards,
but I loved everything about it.
The couple was so low maintenance about everything.
And, honestly, aside from the fact that they are family,
that is the main reason why he agreed to take
pictures for them.

I think my favorite part of the day
was working as a team with my SO.
It was especially nice to be able to share
in his passion in a different way aside from just looking at his images.
And boy, did I make a great assistant.
Man, that fool owes me my commission.
I think a nice raise would do it.