Carrie Bradshaw, played by Sarah Jessica Parker, might talk about relationships in Sex in the City, but when it comes to fashion or jewelry, she tops the group. Maybe its my photographer’s eye for details, or the fact that you could not pretend not to see her fashion, she has brandished some unique pearls in the show.

They happened to be Mikimoto Pearls, some of the most gorgeous collection of pearls – more than just a jewel, they are a fashion statement. And again, my photographer mind chimed in.

While white, or creme pearls could be the most commonly seen pearls around, the luxurious ones are the black pearls. Black Pearls, also called Black Tahitian Pearls, are probably the most valuable – the main reason being in olden days, oysters produced white pearls in much larger numbers than black pearls.

Even now, the black pearl, made from the black pearl oysters found in Tahiti,  is rarer when compared to the other cultured pearls of China or Japan.  A pearls value depends on its luster & its the same property that makes photographing them both exciting & challenging.

I have found that back lit string of a pearl necklace to be the most rewarding image. It brings out both the shine & luster as well as the reflective halo of these beautiful gems.

You may not like what Carrie Bradshaw writes up in journals in Sex in the City but you would definitely appreciate her tasty in beauty!

Various wedding photographers use niche skills like artistry, journalistic or studio shot approaches to create & sustain their business. The competition is very high & since most wedding photographers cater to the local markets, the reach is also limited.

There are sites & directories specially for wedding photographers. It is a niche skill that often requires a permanent setup like a well endowed studio. Moreover, since most of the photographers cater to the local or regional markets, word-of-mouth is the most important brand or reputation builder.

WeddingPhotographySites is a popular list of professional wedding photographers worldwide. This is an online portal where professionals could set their own rates, list their own services & mention thier niches. While some may look to more artistic type of photographs, some look towards trendy & contemporary wedding pictures.

The online portal for wedding photographers provide potential customers a list of all the professional wedding photographers in their area. As a member, you have to remember that word-of-mouth is an essential part behind choosing a photographer. The online portal lets you put references & customer appreciations in “Additional Description”.

The portal works well for international regions as well, including US, Canada, Australia, Singapore, UK, Mexico & the Carribean. So if your wedding photography business is willing to travel, or have offices across the globe, a listing like this one would increase your business further.