Fujifilm GFX 100s Wedding Photography Course | Full Wedding Photography Behind the Scenes

[@jbivphotography]

Would you shoot a whole wedding with only medium format cameras?

[@sonishubham4603]

Sir i am sunny from India Sir you are my biggest mentor everything whatever i know about about photography everything i learns from you Your video so amazing i can watch whole day i am wedding photographer right now i am using xs-10 and Sigma lens and i am thinking about xh2s should i buy xh2s ? And can you make video for Fujifilm focus about wedding photography please ?

[@jbivphotography]

@@sonishubham4603 Thanks for watching. I have an X-H2s and I love it. If you're looking to do video with your photo I would say to go for it. If not you would be better off with an X-T5 or X-H2.

[@sonishubham4603]

@@jbivphotography yes sir But i don't know why i think stacked sensor is better than 40 mp sensor is that true ?

[@victorcortez]

@@sonishubham4603 it has better rolling shutter (you won't see warping with fast panning or movements), also along with the CF express cards you get faster processing so you can record at 6.2K with the whole sensor, no crop in some video modes) along with the CF express cards files will record faster (also due to a lower MP resolution)

[@luisalbino4700]

Canon >>>

[@betweenthescenepodcast]

The couple giving thanks to you before the toast before the ceremony was so nice of them. So genuine.

[@jbivphotography]

I love when I get couples like this. It really makes this whole job worth it. ❤️❤️❤️

[@dr.ijeziedesbois]

Watched the whole video (albeit at 2x speed lol). Truly appreciate the effort you put into these videos. Being a video editor, I can only imagine how long it takes to make not only the wedding video for the clients AND this over 1 hour video. You’re definitely one of if not the GOAT of wedding photographer/educators.

[@AllThingsSoul]

With all the heaviness in the world right now, your videos are a welcomed addition of pure joy and excitement. I noticed you have dropped some weight and are making a fashion statement with a new suit. It’s a great look with the short pants and no socks. The full behind the scenes narrated videos are my favorite! Extraordinary content. Thank you!

[@ZDShah]

Thanks for making these videos and sharing with all of us. Very few do this and if they do it is not done to the caliber you do. I learn so much from each of your behind the scenes videos. You are a great educator!

[@jbivphotography]

I really appreciate that! I put a lot of love and care into these videos so it’s nice to see that it shows for viewers. Thanks for watching!

[@denisealonzo9998]

I agree! He does such a great job at educating us

[@MrSethisrael]

What I am thinking is that shooting with the GFX allows the photographer to stand back further (outside shots) and then crop in post for tighter/closer looking shots without any loss. The the Natural Effect filter eliminates any white noise that seeps into a photo where there is distance. While others are inspired to be wedding photographers watching this video, for me it is the opposite effect. The video reminds me of how much real work has to get done and how you really are putting all of your photographic superpowers on the line. Regardless of how much money you may make, if you get the wedding day wrong - no money can make it right. These were some beautiful souls at this wedding, I would not want to disappoint. And for these reasons I am out - meaning I will always pay for someone like John instead of thinking I could do it LOL. Indeed, I love the fact that John brings the work and still makes everyone comfortable. I love hearing his decision making process out loud.... love it love it love it! Awesome job.

[@smedelightworks8700]

"shooting with the GFX allows the photographer to stand back further (outside shots) and then crop in post for tighter/closer looking shots without any loss." I hear you, but the caveat is that in cropping, you will lose (to varying degrees) the MF "look," don't you think?

[@MrSethisrael]

@@smedelightworks8700 I am thinking what little I would lose.. probably is Mae up in post. There is simply more data and options that I think any slight loss would be good problem to have.. the consumer would not see it as the photographers do. Medium Format just rocks on many levels.

[@AnthonyStradfordPhotography]

Great video John, packed full of great details and info. I don't shoot Fujifilm but these behind the scenes video are always great. I have a wedding tomorrow and this video definitely helped. Just know we appreciate your work brother.

[@jbivphotography]

So awesome to hear. I really hope this helped out!

[@HuntaDaKilla-b5i]

I am new to the channel. What I love so far is that even when you make a "gear" video, I forget that it is about gear and learn more about the art of wedding photography. You are a great teacher.

[@jordanzfarris]

I just wanted to say you're my go to before every wedding (only a few a year so far) to get my head in the game. You have some of the best content!! Thank you!

[@jbivphotography]

Wow, thank you!

[@davidariza2320]

My man taking pictures with one hand and drink in the other. Now that's what I call a professional.

[@pixbypatric]

JB you are my inspiration! I love watching and learning from these videos.

[@jbivphotography]

Awesome! That means a lot. Glad you're finding my videos inspiring. Keep watching and learning!

[@eyeamlexii]

What a beautiful couple and a great open vibe of the whole wedding! I’m binge watching all these videos as I’m getting more into event photography and a lot of your tips can apply to all events, not just weddings!

[@lashleyrivera]

I watched the whole video and I LOVED IT!!! You are such a great teacher and your work is stunning! Keep making amazing videos they are so helpful

[@jbivphotography]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the video and I hope to have more coming.

[@coinstarbon1693]

Just want to share my gratitude for your work - you and your channel are pushing me closer and closer to opening up shop and getting started. Thank you so much.

[@jbivphotography]

That’s so awesome. Good luck with your endeavors.

[@demonehenderson16]

Such an amazing job on everything John, I appreciate you for coming into my journey as I'm grateful to learn and gain my own experience along the way!✊🏾

[@jbivphotography]

Glad to hear you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching.

[@chankster5576]

I love how they wanted to toast you. They’re a great couple. I know you had fun shooting them on their special day.

[@jbivphotography]

Hands down I LOVE when I get couples like this. I tell my new inquiries that my goal is to feel like a distant cousin at their wedding. And usually that’s how it goes for the whole day.

[@stephanyfaycohen3842]

Many thanks John for this video. Much appreciated. Hope you and your family are all keeing very well and the business is going from strength to strength. GOD bless you.

[@markcapilitan3484]

Nice JB! I get out my GFX50R occasionally, usually only when it's an extra epic location & I want to shoot in 65:24 format for extra drama and hopefully the couple will appreciate the pano format!! It really slows down shooting & gets you concentrating on 1 or 2 shots at a time!

[@docpic18]

Just watched it all. About to shoot a wedding for the first time with gfx 50s2. Thank you so much for all you gave in this video. Even though things are done a little differently in my country, I picked up plenty of stuff that can useful. Thanks again!

[@robinburle130]

Having my first wedding shoot this weekend and your videos are calming me down so much, I work as a product photographer, but my passion is taking pictures of people. Thank you so much for the content you put out. It's a real anxiety relief. Keep up the good work!

[@badhabit714]

John has been my Fav for years now.

[@Danimarcano]

I´m a costarrican wedding videographer and I use this videos to learn english. Than you, John, me and my clients thank you

[@jbivphotography]

That’s awesome! I’m glad this video has helped out.

[@donharrington576]

What a fantastic presentation! I have watched several wedding courses from creative live including jasmine star, joe buissink , Susan stripling and Vanessa joy. Yours is one of the best I have seen. Thank so much for sharing your work expertise!

[@ashbytheocean]

Amaaaazing!!!! Love your shots and the full wedding vids as always! You are the best, and the couple is SO happy and radiant!

[@jbivphotography]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that. I love to hear that you’re loving it so much.

[@gillesmatheronpro]

So, you'll be surprised : I've watched this full video (sic). Just like good TV series, episode by episode, with some replays and pauses, this is how you enjoy the whole of the flavours. This couple loves you, indeed, and (from what I've seen on your channel) they all do. I know for myself, the more I like my clients the more I enjoy working for them and get my ass off the floor to find whatever solutions I don't have... but manage to get anyway, so we all feel good when the thing is over. That event, some days ago, the city Maire called me for some incredibly nice words (when I know he always is so short on time), and booked me for next inauguration in June : "This is such pro stuff, superb images, and we definitely need you for that next event. Hope you're available !". When people love you they're happy to hand their money, for what you've created for them is priceless : souvenirs of unique moments, nuggets of happiness and joy, pieces of their lives from a point of view they can never have. This is fuel for motivation, and those 92 minutes display just that. Thank you !

[@alvinomelgoza2887]

Stop her kiss kiss…… Wow you are the man! Excellent job John!!!!!!!!!

[@fannymackk]

John you are such a wealth of knowledge! Thank you for these videos I am learning so much ❤

[@jbivphotography]

I'm happy you enjoyed it!

[@blindsleep]

I love some of your prompts about getting candids, I'm stealing those!

[@jbivphotography]

I love having a set way to say my poses and prompts. That way it becomes muscle memory and a lot of my couples start knowing what I’m going to do and how I’m going to approach it.

[@twotonesmybones]

Thanks!

[@jbivphotography]

Welcome! I hope this video was helpful for you!

[@coinstarbon1693]

Thanks

[@jbivphotography]

Thank you so much!!! I really hope you enjoyed the video.

[@mediamasmedia]

Such a MASTERCLASS!! Thanks a lot, John.

[@jbivphotography]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for your support as well.

[@Wayne1069]

Hey John, Great video (Watched the entire Video too.) Great tips. Felt like I was there with you. Great team as well. Congrats to the couple.

[@jbivphotography]

Thanks so much

[@alvinomelgoza2887]

In your incredibly detailed videos a photographer can learn so much!!! Notes are important for someone to maximize your Professional Photography! Thanks so much John!

[@AjalaKingsGreenstream]

i like your attention to details. always paying attention to things in the background and not just your subject

[@jbivphotography]

Thanks a bunch. I feel like it really makes a big difference in the photos.

[@matthewbrand6580]

This was amazing and you are second to none. Just wow.

[@rodames1089]

Man thanks a LOTTTTTTTTTTTTT fot this videos, your content deserves way more visits (IMHO)

[@jbivphotography]

I really appreciate that! It's so hard to get views but hopefully more people will get to see this awesome content.

[@eunikal1061]

Amazing Video John! Thank you so much for all the tips and great content! Excited to see what 2023 brings for your business and YT platform! 🙌🏾

[@jbivphotography]

Same to you! Thanks for watching

[@adams8830]

I love your work, John. You're one of my favorite photographers.

[@rjallen1]

watched every second of it, and learned a lot, thank you John, you are amazing!

[@jbivphotography]

That's awesome to hear! I'm super happy that you enjoyed it. Thanks!!

[@luissalazar2021]

Nice job John, amazing camera outstanding job, I am your best student lol, thanks for sharing your talent!

[@TinyTimFirstClass]

I have a first wedding Saturday and this is incredibly helpful. So grateful you made this. Nice work bravo!

[@jbivphotography]

👏👏👏 That’s awesome to hear. Keep up the great work!

[@TinyTimFirstClass]

@@jbivphotography It went great!! I got a guest to request me for their wedding too. They loved my energy and attention to detail with capturing important moments.

[@emanuelioanpetrut]

Seen every bit of this video. Pure gold for me!

[@jbivphotography]

Thank you so much. That means a lot.

[@TheLifeofZaravia]

Yaaaaaaaaaaaas a Full Wedding Video to kick off the year 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 I love watching your videos, I shoot Nikon but I’ve learned so much from you! Thank you 💛✨

[@jbivphotography]

I hope to get a couple more out this year as well. I have a bunch recorded just haven’t had the time to put them together.

[@TheLifeofZaravia]

@@jbivphotography trust me I get it. Life happens especially when you have kids. I have 4 of them and between editing, resting and then I have no time to do KZbin videos but I shall do more this year 🙌🏾

[@justesmond]

Awesome work as usual John. I’ve seen all of your bts wedding videos and each new one you add something new that I take away. Keep up the great work Brother.

[@jbivphotography]

I appreciate that!

[@bosiefoobar]

the dancing photos are seriously top notch!

[@jbivphotography]

Thanks! It’s fun stuff.

[@studioad4837]

thanks for sharing this! i watched the whole thing! i'm working diligently to put my photography business together and your channel has been a great source of knowledge and entertainment!

[@jbivphotography]

That’s super awesome to hear. Good luck with everything. I’m glad to hear I’ve been helpful!

[@AdamMason]

BRO insane haha! I love you taking on the challenge man!

[@jbivphotography]

One of these days I’m going to shoot a wedding with iPhones only. That’s the next challenge.

[@AdamMason]

@@jbivphotography Haha love it dude! Was the 100S slow at all during regular dancing? What flash did you use?

[@royzderich]

John thank you for sharing it is a great guide with very detailed tips, great shots, my favorites are at the end before the couple leave outside. Great Job!

[@kenuwhoknew]

Finally finished watching it. Going to watch it again soon, looking forward to seeing the family photo part on patreon

[@jbivphotography]

I’m a little behind on the family photo video but I should have it finished in a couple days. Coming soon.

[@xandrewgarcia]

Just seen the whole video, took a few notes. I have a wedding coming up. Thanks for the video I learned a lot. Can't wait for this wedding to happen. I'm so pumped up and excited for it. Your amazing 😇 I forgot I was home & was cheering you on 🎉 I felt like I was there myself. Your amazing.

[@jbivphotography]

That’s awesome to hear! I’m glad that the information in here is inspiring others. I really love that so much.

[@lina8766]

Your behind the scenes Videos are just always the best! I‘m glad you posted a new one:) Watched trough all your other one already:)

[@jbivphotography]

That’s awesome to hear. I’m hoping to have a couple more this year as well.

[@Diggy07]

I absolutely loved watching this video. Can't wait to watch the rest. I need to sign up to some work shops of yours, which one do you recommend I do first ?

[@dcusmano]

Loved this. I shoot all my weddings with the GFX 50R and XT-5

[@jbivphotography]

YES! All the Medium Format photographers coming out the woodwork!

[@jessiehobbs3468]

Thank you for great details for doing weddings excellent job pictures are flawless again great work👍❤

[@jbivphotography]

Thanks!

[@SkyNotFancy]

I just very recently started shooting weddings and Controlled Candids is absolutely my style too! Love your videos, they're very helpful 🙏🏽🤎

[@jbivphotography]

Glad to hear this was helpful for you! Controlled candids hands down is the best approach IMO

[@TheLoekp]

Thanks for the inspiriation John !! Brilliant video, so many tips

[@jbivphotography]

You're welcome! I hope you found it helpful.

[@villadodizmark2820]

I like your videos so much. As I'm looking forward to be a wedding photographer

[@richmoinesdiezel]

Thanks for making this video!!! Your videos are a lot of help!!!

[@jbivphotography]

Glad it’s helpful!

[@benharrison8730]

Great Video JB - Can imagine the couple were over the moon with their gallery and how you and yours were on the day - top job bro - If ever youre in the UK give me a shout

[@jbivphotography]

Thanks so much. I really appreciate it!

[@mtnshadowsstudio]

Wow! Just Wow! Thanks for sharing this very detailed and informative video.

[@jbivphotography]

You’re welcome. I hope it was helpful!

[@rangererz]

Great video and very encouraging. I shot my 3rd wedding with the GFX 50R and missed a lot of shot at critical moments at the ceremony. But the quality of the photos are amazing and still getting use to the GFX. Haven’t used the X-T5 but thinking of using that as a backup for the second shooter.

[@samarianosans]

man the xt5 is your main body and the 50R should be your backup. not a camera for modern weddings tbh

[@IsThatYouSimon]

Love the portrait at 8:28 man ! very good use of the environment. I was saying to myself for the two previous shots "damn, he's missing the frame, why not playing with the perspectives" then the 3rd portrait appeared

[@jbivphotography]

Thank you! I really appreciate that.

[@annelizefourie2311]

Good day. I love your style and attitude. Just a quick question, “what lenses will you have on your money maker harness during a wedding?”

[@Johanreyfoto]

I’m NgL I love your posing when taking photos haha 🙈🙈🙈, happy new year jhon love all your videos, amazing stuff, all the best wishes for you and your family, greeting from Colombia 🇨🇴

[@HuntaDaKilla-b5i]

Dude, those background beats are fire.

[@cherri_the_eskimo]

I have learned so much. Thank you for sharing. I am getting a degree in photography, and my only worry is talking to people. So this helps. Still, I dont have my camera bc i am understanding all the different ones, so it is hard to pick just now.

[@ROAMTOVENTURE]

Loved the video. Watched full. Great stuff.

[@jbivphotography]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jurgiebaby]

Hey John, I have just been watching thorugh this great wedding video, did I see taht you had another remote flash somewhere in the room around about the Reception Intro \ first dances? can you explain how you use this remote light and how you would suggest setting it up etc many thanks man great video as always :)

[@lukaszgudaniec9143]

I know it's nothing to do with the camera and wedding, but I love your blazer. can you share where is it from ? Thanks a lot.

[@donnagreen8628]

Hey John, great videos for sure. Question...why such a low aperture with formals? Like 1.7 or 2.8 with two people? They look in focus for sure, but with such a short DOF I'm afraid of losing focus (have a wedding Sunday, I've done a lot of them, but usually at a sweet spot of maybe 5.6 or better). You have a secret I don't know about? 🙂

[@EllenTramleySeymour1960]

Hi I love your work...you are an excellent teacher, I was wondering what setting you might be using for shutter and ISO when shooting inside, without a flash

[@Edsonusa]

Hi! I Just watched this great video and I want to know in reception time you are using a camera off flash! The question is: are your second shooter is connecting with the same off flash too ? Thank you!

[@malonephotography]

Already done for whole video~~, It's a GREAT BTS, i love it, much appreciate it, Thanks John!!!👏👏👏

[@jbivphotography]

Thanks for watching!

[@ecglass2]

Hey @johnbranchivphotography would you say you’re more of a detailed wedding photographer?. I love how you pay close attention to the details around you., I follow that method all the time and couples love the results.

[@symzg5995]

Your photos and approach to your clients is brilliant. True professional!!! Quick one though, why didn't you use the flat lay mat for the groom's details???

[@jbivphotography]

Thank you so much. I really appreciate that. For the flat lay I generally like my flat lay photos to look a little different between the bride and groom. Because of this I usually save the flatlay mat for the bride and then try to find something a little more rustic for the groom.

[@acemalanog4277]

I love this video because it's informative and fun! :)

[@jbivphotography]

That’s awesome to hear! I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@lemon58421]

I shoot also the all wedding with my GFX 50sII and 45 and 110mm and no problem at all !:-)

[@jbivphotography]

Super awesome to hear!

[@lemon58421]

@@jbivphotography 😉

[@nugunzer]

Hey John, were you shooting on 35mm mode? Great video, thanks.

[@kcool1128]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing John.

[@jbivphotography]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@photoinsomeoneheart5015]

37:00 you changed the lens to 110mm. I was wondering if I do a wedding photoshoot, I need 110mm or not. I have 80mm as you have. Also, you switched the lens to 110mm. But all pictures you showed in this video after changing the lens are 80mm. Is that mean 80mm is better and enough? I want to know why you have both lenses if you have any idea.

[@dionysistatinas]

Great job ! Thanks for the video! I noticed that both you and the second photographer use flash . Don’t you affect each others photos? If don’t, how do you do that?

[@dwayneking1488]

@jbivphotography your work is superb fam.... straight fire What's the camera bag harness you have ?

[@user-wv2ih9pe2u]

For your flash during the reception are you using ttl or manual and setting exposure for the room then using the flash power to compensate

[@fleurbird]

Congratulations to the couple!

[@jbivphotography]

🙏🙏

[@pablovi77]

Great video, never seen a video of a full wedding shoot. I could never do that, too many things happening, and tight schedule to capture them. Definitely not the way I shoot. But it’s nice to see some people are great at doing it.

[@knorrissirronk8665]

First, GREAT video! I love the way that you break things down and explain the "whys" of what you do. Question about your DETAILS shots: I saw that you shoot wide open, 40 & 80 f/1.7. Do you shoot higher shutterspeeds and let the ISO climb, or emphasize lower ISO and shoot as slow a shutter as you can? Won't say how I do it, as I don't want it to sound like one way is wrong or right... ;-) Thank you for doing this!

[@mohammednura.h6102]

john have you tried having a low power off camera flash on your flat lay details

[@AlexMedvickPhotography]

Cannot wait for this! Miles Witt Boyer and you have me really considering picking one of these things up.

[@jbivphotography]

Miles is so amazing. Honestly one of these days I’ll be able to shoot as awesome as he does.

[@KenyattaDavisPhotography]

I indeed watched the full video. Thank you!

[@juangiraud6013]

I watched the entire video. Great Job! One question - the bag you have attached to your camera harness, where can I purchase it or what is the name brand and or size? Thanks!

[@kennethwilliamsinc]

Absolutely fantastic work! 👏🏾

[@jbivphotography]

Thank you 🙌

[@ivoryleestudio7664]

Awesome video! Thanks for sharing!

[@jbivphotography]

Thanks for watching!

[@rosscameron4219]

Enjoyed the video, great to see a true behind the scenes. I do wish someone had told the groom to take his watch off though 🤣

[@jbivphotography]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@samdub]

Amazing thats for all this! One question about the sparkler shots... Were you at 100-s with no flash?

[@jbivphotography]

Usually I use an LED light on the sparklers which ends up being enough. I also like the look better.

[@samdub]

@@jbivphotography Thanks dude

[@damianslow7080]

Hi John, thank you for the video! Your hard work helps me a lot! Could I ask you how you set your flash in case of ''emergency'' use when you have to be quick? And again how do you use it on the ceremony part? Manual setting or TTL? Thank you :)

[@RoadTriipFlip]

Camera strap is pretty sick. Where'd you find it?

[@jbivphotography]

That's from Holdfast Gear. I think there's a link in the description for it.

[@DumiYoo]

Thanks for sharing this, very useful!

[@jbivphotography]

Glad it was helpful!

[@eduardogodoy8423]

Great video! Would you mind doing a video covering on how you light your events. I noticed you used so extra flashes on stands.

[@jbivphotography]

Totally! I currently have a short out and also a members only video that talks about it. I just need to go into further depth. I’ll make sure to do that in the future!

[@cemenginsarac_]

Hey John, what ISO are you using inside and which shutterspeed when people are dancing and there is not much light in the room, like how do you handle with the godox lights? do you use? You do a great job!

[@cassandracampbell6691]

Thank you for sharing. I learned a lot!