5 Reasons To Pick A Documentary Style Wedding Photographer

Candid wedding photography, everyone hears that phrase and other buzzwords like documentary.

Yet so many portfolios seem full of posed and staged photos. Here are my 5 reasons you should pick a documentary photographer that lets you have your wedding day as you want it without taking you away from your guests and just captures the moments as they occur instead.

1) Authentic Moments:

A wedding photographer who focuses on capturing natural moments will allow you and your guests to fully enjoy your special day without feeling posed or forced. These candid shots will perfectly capture the emotions, laughter, and love shared among your loved ones, giving you a true representation of your wedding day.

bride and groom laugh as they have confetti tipped over them by the father of the bride at Blithfield Lakeside Barns

Confetti is planned but these moments that happen naturally are better than any posed ones every single time

2) Stress-Free Experience:

Posing for photos and being directed on how to stand or where to look can be stressful for some. Choosing a photographer who will capture the natural moments of your day will help alleviate this stress, allowing you to fully relax and enjoy your wedding and knowing that you’ll receive a gallery full of incredible images after.

bride, groom and flower girl dance back up the aisle being clapped and watched on by their guests, after the ceremony at De Vere Tortworth Court

Dancing back up the aisle in style not worrying about where the camera is

3) Timeless Images:

Natural, candid shots have a timeless quality that posed photos can lack. These images will hold value and meaning for years to come, as they accurately represent the emotions and memories of your special day.

bride and groom stand head to head smiling at each other and the bride rests her hand on the groom's shoulder. At Dairyhouse Farm Wedding Barns

Enjoying some time away to yourself and having some intimate moments is more fun than being directed into awkward poses.

4) Personalisation:

Every wedding is unique and special. A photographer who captures natural moments will be able to personalize their approach to your wedding, ensuring that the images they capture truly represent your day and the love shared between you and your partner.

black and white image of a bride being escorted down a grand stair case at De Vere Tortworth Court, on her way to the ceremony

Being escorted by your father towards the ceremony is a special moment to be treasured for years to come.

5) Flexibility:

A photographer who focuses on capturing natural moments will be more flexible in their approach. This means they will be able to adapt to any changes or surprises that may occur on your wedding day, ensuring that all the important moments are captured without disrupting the flow of the day.

Bride and three female friends laugh together as one of the female guests pulls a funny pose by stretching her leg out for the bride to hold, at De Vere Tortworth Court

In conclusion, choosing a wedding photographer who focuses on capturing natural moments will give you authentic, timeless images that perfectly represent the emotions and memories of your special day. It also allows you to fully relax and enjoy your wedding without feeling posed or forced. It also provides a stress-free experience, personalization, and flexibility. It is important to find the right photographer who understands your vision and style, and you can trust that they will capture the most important moments of your day with beautiful and natural images.