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and How i document a wedding day 

I take a very hands-off approach when it comes to wedding photography . I like to tell the story of the entire day from just before the suits and / or dresses go on, until everybody is getting loose on the dance floor. During the getting ready process, I like to blend in and be a fly on the wall. Apart from occasionally suggesting you place yourself in a spot  that has better light, I really don’t direct anything at this point.

TRUE LOVE stories NEVER have endings

When everybody is dressed and looking spectacular couples will either choose to have a first look, and do all of their photos prior to the ceremony (this can give you more time to hang out with your guests during cocktail hour), OR wait until after the ceremony to do the photos. I spend about 20 minutes on wedding party photos. I will take a couple of  great group shots (because these are timeless and classic), but I’m far more interested in how you all interact together. We’re out here to have some fun and if you’ve got a unique way to show it, let's do it.

Here you will find a little run down of what I do, and how I go about telling the story of your magical wedding day. My approach is aimed at documenting the natural and authentic moments.  Nothing staged, posed or cheesy. 

Keep in mind, this is only an indication of what a typical wedding day looks like. Every wedding is different and I love when couples break the mould and do things completely their own way, (ie: no wedding party, smaller intimate wedding, etc.)

My Style  

Throughout the day I will be taking various storytelling shots that include scene-setting photos, shots of buildings or rooms before the guests have arrived, small detailed shots that tell more of the story of how the day actually felt.  These may not seem super important now, but when you are looking back at your photos in 10 - 20 years these little memories will be priceless. 

With portraits, I like to spend about 45 minutes with the two of you. We will have a few shots that are camera-aware, and the rest will be more walking around and having you interact with each other. I encourage my couples to snuggle in close together and really embrace this time as it’s the only time they have together alone for the entire day. As amazing as it is to have all of your closest friends and family with you on one day, it can get a bit overwhelming as it’s the most attention you’ve ever received in your life. So take this time to just enjoy each other.

During the ceremony I am completely hands-off and I don't direct a thing. I simply jump around and document everything that happens including getting those all important reactions from your loved ones.

After the ceremony I like to grab those must-have family shots. These photos are traditional and timeless. I feel that they are  beautiful and equally as important as the more artistic shots of the day. 

During the reception, I will just be floating around looking for moments and emotions. If there are any more photos needed with other groups of friends or family, this is a great time to do them.

Speeches are pretty straight forward. Again, I'll be floating around to get shots of the speaker and your reactions, as well as family reactions.

Sunset Photos! This may or may not be an option depending on the location, weather, and the reception schedule, but it’s something fun I love to grab towards the end of the day.

Party time! I love getting right onto the dance floor and into the action for some epic dance shots! I typically stay for about 30 minutes of the party. These shots work best when everyone is out there  getting loose, having a bangin' time.

As for the actual style and look of my photos, I love playing with light and shadows, and I'm really inspired by vintage analogue film with lots of grain, movement-filled classic street photography in both colour and black and white.

Like what you see but you want to see more of what a real wedding looks like?  Shoot me an email and I can send through a full gallery.

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