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A Beginner’s Guide to Understanding Wedding Photography Styles

Wedding photography encompasses a range of styles, each capturing the day’s emotions and moments in unique ways. Here are some of the most popular styles:

Photographers shown: White Wedding Photography, Cadenza Photography, Brandon Kane Photography, Artsmith Photography, Jacqueline Helene Photography, and Complete Weddings QC.

  1. Traditional (Classic): This style focuses on posed portraits and group shots, capturing essential moments like the ceremony and family portraits. It's often characterized by formal compositions, classic framing, and staging subjects.

  2. Photojournalistic/ Documentary: This approach tells a story through candid shots, capturing genuine emotions and moments as they unfold. The photographer takes a more documentary-style approach, focusing on the events without staging.

  3. Fine Art: Combining artistic expression with photography, this style emphasizes creativity and aesthetics. Photographers may use unique angles, lighting, and post-processing to create artistic images that feel more like art pieces.

  4. Candid: Similar to photojournalism, candid photography captures spontaneous moments without interruption. It highlights the natural interactions and emotions of the day, often resulting in intimate and genuine images.

  5. Vintage: Vintage photography often uses editing techniques to give photos a retro feel. This style may include sepia tones, film grain, and soft focus, creating a nostalgic aesthetic.

  6. Romantic: This style focuses on capturing intimate moments between the couple, often emphasizing soft lighting and emotional expressions. It aims to evoke a dreamy and romantic atmosphere.

Choosing a style often depends on the couple’s personality and vision for their wedding. Many photographers blend elements from different styles to create a unique approach that reflects the couple's story.