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Countdown to Earth Day: Greener Photography

-by Rebecca Wilkowski, for Style Unveiled

In just a few years, style-savvy brides have turned “green weddings” from relative obscurity into a must-have affair. From organic flowers and recycled invitations, to vintage gowns and antique rings, couples are finding ways to incorporate green elements into their big day. But, what about photography?

Brides can now choose photographers who not only showcase the couple’s personality, but also offer their services with a low environmental impact. Didn’t think photography could be green? Think again!

There are many ways a photographer can lessen her/his footprint, but some of the most common include: using rechargeable batteries, recycling, purchasing used equipment, using non-toxic/eco-friendly products, partnering with local green vendors, eliminating waste by going paperless, employing energy saving techniques, purchasing carbon offsets for travel to destination weddings, and investing in green technology.

Greener Photography, a non-profit organization founded in 2008, is leading the green photography movement with its certification of professional “greener” photographers in the US and abroad.

Hiring a certified green photographer not only helps you plan a wedding you can feel good about, but also has other perks. Online galleries let you view and share your photos when and where it’s most convenient. Hand-crafted and archival albums help ensure your priceless memories are an heirloom to cherish for years to come. And, with the waste-reducing measures your photographer takes, you’ll end up reaping those benefits when she/he passes those savings on to you, keeping your photography from breaking the bank. Best of all, your photographer will be able to work with, and refer you to, other reputable, eco-friendly vendors, helping you to save time in planning your big day.

Greener Photography certified photographers have successfully completed a rigorous application process, ensuring each has met a minimum level of eco-friendly business practices. Couples can search for a Certified Greener Photographer by visiting: www.GreenerPhotography.org.

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Rebecca Wilkowski is a San Francisco-based wedding photographer and photojournalist who made the switch to going green in 2006. She is a member of Green America’s Green Business Network (only 1 of 10 approved photographers in the U.S.), Greener Photography, and the Green Chamber of Commerce. Learn more about San Francisco Green Wedding Photographer, Rebecca Wilkowski, online here.

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