As a Boston-based candid wedding photographer, one of the most important things I communicate with every couple is that your wedding day should feel honest and authentic, and not like a photoshoot.
These are your memories that you’re making, and I’m here to capture them for you. You two should be able to live in the moment and trust me to capture the rest.
My approach is all about documenting your day as it naturally unfolds. I look for the real emotions, the genuine connections, and all those in-between moments that make your celebration so special to you. So in this post, I wanted to dive more into what the experience will feel like when you work with a candid wedding photographer.
Before the Ceremony
These are the quiet and anticipatory moments.
These are actually some of my favorite moments to photograph because they tend to be so raw and genuine. Generally, you’re getting ready with the people closest to you, so this is naturally an intimate time. Everyone is happy and excited, but the anticipation starts to set in, and there’s so much opportunity for connection. I live to photograph connection!
I always recommend including getting ready coverage in your photography timeline because it’s such a beautiful way to start the story of your wedding day. These raw moments with your closest people are full of emotion, and they set the tone for everything that follows.
During this time, my role is to document what’s happening without directing it. I’m capturing the laughter, the helping hands, and the anticipation. You won’t feel like you’re posing or performing, but rather you’re just experiencing these meaningful moments with your people while I photograph them.
Portraits with a Candid Wedding Photographer
These will be guided, not stiff.
This is where you get to be totally focused on each other. For couple portraits, I balance the traditional portraits with photos that capture your movement and connection. This way, your gallery is filled with timeless photos, but also photos that feel like a true reflection of you both and the energy you felt on your day.
I’ll guide you through movements and interactions with each other so you can focus on your love, which takes your mind off being in front of the camera.
You might think this will be awkward (most couples do!), but my job is to make this feel natural and easy. I’ll give you prompts and direction, but the goal is for you to interact with each other. The result is portraits that actually feel like you.
Family portraits are efficient and effortless on your part. Our pre-planning comes into play here–I’ll have our list of must-have groupings, and I organize these so there’s as little shuffling as possible, and everything flows smoothly. We make it a positive and fun experience that adds to your day rather than feeling like a chore to get through.
Ceremony and Reception
My time here is spent observationally and immersively.
This is when the action really starts, and I take on a more observational role. During the ceremony, my goal is to be as unobtrusive as possible. I know how to photograph what’s important without distracting you or blocking your parents’ views. Your wedding ceremony is exactly that: all about your ceremony and the commitment you’re making to each other.
I love to photograph not only the exchange between you both but also your reactions and the energy of your guests. You won’t notice me moving around or feel like there’s a camera in your face. Instead, you’ll just be present in the moment.
During the reception, I like to be immersed in the action to capture the energy of your celebration. I photograph real moments that you know are happening and ones you won’t realize happened until you see the images later. There’s so much life and joy in this portion of your day, and it’s my goal to photograph not only how beautiful it looks but also how it felt, so you can be instantly transported when you look through your images.
[You can read more about my approach in this post.]
Boston Candid Wedding Photographer
Working with a candid wedding photographer means you get to actually experience your wedding day instead of spending it posing for photos. My approach allows you to be present with your partner, your family, and your friends while I document all of it authentically.
If this approach resonates with you and you’re planning a wedding in Boston or throughout New England, I’d love to work with you! Reach out to me through my contact page, and I’ll be in touch to hear all about your plans for your day.
