03/24/2026
This might ruffle some feathers...but it needs to discussed.
Your wedding day is not a movie set. I've attended some weddings as a guest where it certainly appeared that way. Imagine as a wedding guest wanting to cheer on the bride and groom and celebrate with them, but then you see a half dozen photographers, cinematographers, lighting production, constant instruction and obstruction. On a couple instances while photographing a wedding, I had to personally walk up and remove the videographer from the church altar, because they were standing and circling the couple to get "the best angles". This is an unfortunate situation, as it was disrespectful to the sacred space we were invited in. And yet it was the perfect example of why many churches have strict photography policies. Side note- if you are planning a religious ceremony, check with your church secretary for these policies.
In the age of content creation and the desire to capture it all, sometimes vendors lose sight of what its truly about - two people coming together, witnessed and celebrated with their closest people. Well meaning professionals in our industry don't realize that their passion can overtake the experience for everyone, (and I'm not just targeting videographers- I've got a lot of stories about all different types of wedding vendors).
Over time, experience has refined my ability to document your day authentically, accommodating the need for creative direction, without taking over every minute of your wedding day. Sometimes the best photos captured are the ones you never knew I took. Those special little moments, caught from a distance, while you were soaking in the present. I can gently guide you with posing, help you formulate a timeline and list of family formals, but I'm also going to give you space for those organic moments to happen.
Its all about balance. 🧘♀️
