Linggo, Abril 20, 2014

Choosing a Wedding Photography Style

Weddings are beautiful, lovely and grand. In the hands of an expert wedding photographer, it could have an entirely new meaning in just a few clicks. They have the ability converting dull and plain pictures into works of art. The Philippines has wedding photographers who can do the job effortlessly.

You must specify to your wedding photographer beforehand what kind of style you fancy. If you fail to do this, he will go on his own way and you don’t want that to happen. Somehow, you already visualize what your wedding pictures will look like. There are different wedding photography styles that yield different outputs. Some photographers will have the decency to discuss with you the possible techniques he can apply. So, before you set a schedule with a wedding photographer, better be armed with lots of information regarding on how they work.

We will focus on the styles of wedding photography as shown below:

     a.    Traditional Wedding Photography
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As the name implies, this is the first form of wedding photography style. The basic instructions are standing still and smiling directly at the camera. No one will be excluded because the entire guest list will be part of the photo shoot. The wedding photographer has the right to intervene. It exudes formality and less appealing to some couples nowadays.

      b.    Photojournalistic Wedding Photography
Image source: www.austinweddingphotographer.com

Compared to the traditional, this is informal and less rigid. The wedding photographer will document the whole event as it unfolds. The photographic works in the background and let his subjects act freely. It is also called “reportage” and is gaining popularity in the wedding scene.

      c.    Contemporary Wedding Photography
Image source: bestofbritishweddingphotography.co.uk

It is a mixture of the traditional and the photojournalistic styles. Since older family members prefer the formal approach and the pair wants an air of spontaneity in their pictures, this could be a fair choice for both parties. The photographer makes use of his surroundings as his backdrop. No setup, as is, where is.

      d.    Candid Wedding Photography
Image source: www.darincollisonphotography.com.au

The photographer roams around the venue and takes stolen shots. This “fly on the wall” technique produces a more natural and more human output. Your album will contain real and unguarded expressions.


It doesn’t necessarily mean you can only choose one style. You could request a hybrid of two or three styles that will fit your preference. Your big day captured in different shades, moods and perspectives.

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  1. Your post is really good providing good information.. Wedding photography is most important and collection of sweet memories.

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