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PartyArt-RW-Aug11-print_Layout 1 11-08-16 4:11 PM Page 1 outdoor backgrounds that you want for your photographs. Covered porches, courtyards and gazebos may work well, depending on the number of people in your pictures. Talk to your photographer about locations near your ceremony and reception that you can use for the family, wedding party and couple formals. Towels Have a selection of towels handy for your groomsmen to wipe down chairs for guests before the ceremony or for your wedding party to sit on during photos. Shower Curtain A clear shower curtain makes for a perfect ground cover for photos during or after rainfall. You can let your dress down over the top of it and not have to worry about it getting dirty. Just remember to give your shoes a wipe before you step onto it. Look for clear shower curtains at a Dollar store. Rubber Boots partyartbc.com 604.875.0122 Wet feet and heels are a bad combination. Since you rarely see your shoes in photos during the formals, come prepared with a pair of rubber boots that will allow you to move easily from location to location without getting your feet wet. Remind your photographer to get a few shoe shots if they're important to you and remember, cute rubber boots also make for fantastic photo opportunities. (See our Rain or Shine Style story starting on page 86 for some fun ideas.—Ed) Umbrellas Look for a classic style umbrella with a U handle, as these look best in photos. Black umbrellas work well for landscape images because they don't draw attention away from your dress. White umbrellas are great for the close-ups, because they diffuse the light instead of casting shadows on you and your groom. Pick up a few of each, enough for you and your wedding party. Or, ask your photographer if they have umbrellas you can borrow. rw Melissa Welsh has been photographing weddings, families & outdoor pursuits for 16 years. Her work can be found in private collections around the world as well as in regional, national & international publications. She has a National Accreditation in Couples Portraiture from the Professional Photographers of Canada. Visit her online at www. amethystweddings.ca r See more Rainy Wedding images from Melissa Welsh http://goo.gl/9qRjH www. r e al we d d i n g s . ca RW21_part 1.indd 27 27 9/19/11 2:59:41 PM