Taking Photos Inside the Guantanamo Bay Church

What you need to know....

After a couple shoots inside the Church, there is some information I believe anyone wanting photos from inside this Church should know.

~  Although the inside has soothing light for worship, and beautiful windows to let in sunlight, for  photography where NO FLASH is requested, it is very dark.  You need to be aware that your photos will not be as clear and sharp as photos taken in better lighting situations. 



~ Another thing to consider is what vantage point do you want your photos taken from.  At the very front of the church in a low spot (as not to be seen or interrupt proceedings), from the middle isle, somewhere else?  Once services begin, it is very important to not disrupt or move around.

~ Please think about exactly what you want photographed.  If you want a particular part of what's happening photographed, please be sure to express what you want.  It's important to know exactly what it is you're hoping to have captured.

~ I'm not sure who controls turning on and off the lights, but if your photos encompass the front of the church and alter area, you will probably want the light that illuminates the stained glass window behind the alter to stay on until you are done taking photos.

~ Not everyone is considerate of others when photos are being taken.  Please ask others you know will be present during photos to please not walk behind the subjects being photographed.  This might include, choir members, cleanup crew, someone setting up for future services, etc...  Photos only take a few minutes and shouldn't hold them up long.