I have shot 2 weddings - one as second shooter for my sister-in-law's do, the other as sole photographer (for my father - so 'no pressure' there to get results, I dont think!) It was much more fun being second shooter - as has been suggested above, go for candids, different angles from the main photographer etc, confident that a real pro is doing all the core work - you're providing the frills. If you're THE photographer, it's a lot more stressful - talk to the couple, find out what they want, visit the venue and talk to the celebrant beforehand, control the crowd for group shots etc. Taking the pictures is almost the easiest bit! Then it's editing, printing and presentation, all with a pretty quick turn around. Hats off to the wedding pros is all I can say!
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