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Feature over at Sony, What’s In My Bag: The Tools Of The Trade For A Wedding Photographer

I breakdown whats in my camera bag on your wedding day over at Sony.

Some of the big draws for me in making the switch was the new technology of mirrorless that I could see Sony was investing in
— Sony Alpha Universe

What’s in my bag? David Le Wedding Photography

David Le (@davidle_nz) is a full time wedding and commercial photographer who made the switch over to Sony Alpha mirrorless from Canon when he came to an inflection point in his career. “I had a decision to make: to invest more into Canon glass or make the switch to Sony,” he explains. “Some of the big draws for me in making the switch was the new technology of mirrorless that I could see Sony was investing in, the compact size and the electronic view finder allowing me the ability to see the exposure of my shot. This cut down overshooting by allowing me to be more efficient with my shooting, which in turn helped cut down my post production and culling time as I was nailing the shot I needed in camera. This was the best decision I made for my career as it allowed me to progress faster than I would have if I stayed with Canon, and I knew the support given by Sony was far superior.”

We caught up with David to learn more about his wedding photography gear. Keep reading as he shares his what's in his bag.

Read the full feature and whats in my kit over at Sony Alpha

WIMB
Sony Alpha 7 IV
Sony Alpha 7 III
Sony 35mm f/1.4 G Master
Sony 50mm f/1.2 G Master
Sony 24mm f/1.4 G Master
Sony 85mm f/1.8
Sony 35mm f/1.8
Sony NP-FZ100 Batteries

Hera Couture feature bride Charmina

Love isn’t cancelled
— Charmina and Aloga

Beautiful Charmina and Aloga were married in November 2021. We are so so happy for the both of them, who had to wait a tad due to the pandemic. Love is not cancelled!

Charmina wore a custom version of our Le Vie gown, paired with a matching Onda Sleeves in Pleated Tulle.

Feature over at Hera Couture

Stills + Motion | Sink or Surface + David Le | Venue Rose & Smith | Dress Hera | Florals Suzette Herrick Florist | Signage Paperdarlingz | Hair Miss Dom Styling | MUA Victoria Faith | Celebrant Persefoni Celebrancy | Suits Rembrand | Rings diamonds.co.nz | Cake Finom Kitchen

International Wedding Photographer of the Year IWPOTY 2021 finalist

IWPOTY Couple portrait top 15 finalist

There are so many incredible Wedding Photographers around the world and for years we’ve had been searching for avenues online to view the work of the very best of these in one place.
— IWPOTY
 
 

The International Wedding Photographer of the Year showcases the work of Wedding Photographers worldwide and has become the new benchmark for Wedding Photography. I was lucky enough to have 3 images end up in the top 15 of Bridal Party and Couples Portrait.

Ebony & Jason Rose & Smith | IWPOTY Couple Portrait
Tina & Kris Maungaraupi Country Estate | IWPOTY Bridal Party x2

IWPOTY | Canon | Atkins Lab | Raw Digital Holdfast | Pixellu | Narrative

IWPOTY Bridal Party top 15 finalist

IWPOTY Bridal Party top 15 finalist

Shannon and Hamish's wedding at The Black Walnut, Tauranga

Hamish and Shannon’s stunning wedding at The Black Walnut in Tauranga

Hamish and Shannon’s stunning wedding at The Black Walnut in Tauranga

Shannon and Hamish’s wedding at The Black Walnut in Tauranga
— Stills x Motion David Le and Sink or Surface

I made my way up north to the Bay of Plenty for a stunner for Shannon and Hamish’s wedding day at The Black Walnut just outside of Tauranga. Surrounded by their closest friends and family. With the help of some of the industry’s best vendors, an epic day, plenty of banter and a couple of stunning dresses helped bring the wedding together.

Here’s a few stills from their wedding day and looking forward to seeing the wedding film come together by Sink or Surface.

Photography @davidle_nz Videographer Sink or Surface Venue @blackwalnutvenue
Custom gown by @trishpeng Florals @onmyhand MUA Shaaanxo and Annalee Kemsley Hair dededaph Cake The Cakery NZ Stationery Bespoken Prints Signage Paper Darlings Rings Naveya & Sloane Jewellery Coordination & planning @blumedarling Celebrant @juliecoopercreative

The beautiful film captured by Sink or Surface

Old Forest School Wedding on Ash and Darcy featured on Wild Hearts Blog

See Ash and Darcy’s Old Forest School Wedding featured over on Wild Hearts

See Ash and Darcy’s Old Forest School Wedding featured over on Wild Hearts

An Old Forest School wedding filled with rustic charm, wild gardens and dusky pastel hues. Celebrating with their nearest and dearest ASH + DARCY said their vows with a garden ceremony amongst these enchanted surrounds.  

With their shared love of the outdoors, the woodlands setting of Old Forest School stole their hearts.  This historic old school set on 5 aches of private forest and farmland in Pongakawa, just outside of Tauranga.

A nostalgic setting and a day to remember for these wild romantics. Captured beautifully by photographer David Le.  

Read and see the full feature here

Photographer: David Le Photography | Venue: Old Forest School | Florist: Flowerette | Bridal Gown: Robyn Pascoe Designer | Bridal Shoes: Kathryn Wilson | Hair Stylist: Shine Hair Co, Tauranga | Makeup Artist: Estelles Makeup and Hair | Veil/Headpiece:Robyn Pascoe Designer | Bridesmaids Dresses: Blak Bridesmaids | Rings: Megan Webber Jewellery (groom’s sister) | Groom’s Suit: Barkers (shirt, tie and pants) and Massimo Dutti (blazer) | Groom’s Shoes: RM Williams | Groomsmen Suits: Barkers |  Stationery: Invitations were based on a painting of Ash and Darcy by Joanne Webber Artist (mother of groom) | Signage: Bride and groom | Celebrant: Tom McSherry | Catering: Posh Nosh | Cake: Joanne Webber Artist | Entertainment: Adam McLean Music

David Le New Zealand Wedding Photographer

It’s about time I updated my little wedding showreel it’s been a few years. So here’s a little showreel of some of the best New Zealand weddings I shot throughout NZ over the past season.

Featuring the best vendors, venues and couples this side of the Tasman!

Looking forward to capturing the best Wedding Photography wherever you are in Aotearoa!

www.davidle.co.nz