Southern Love Creative
We’re storytellers. And your love story is too important to mess around with. It should be captured with true artistry, show off your authentic personalities, and document every aspect of your wedding day.
We’ll get posed photos, sure, but the best images always happen in the in-between moments when everyone forgets we’re watching.
Wedding photography is the way that couples can see all of the weeks, months, and even years of planning come together. It can tell the couple’s story for them and their families to enjoy for generations to come.
No two weddings are the same. This means that photographers must always be prepared to shoot anything that comes their way.
Composition is a powerful technique that turns snapshots into art. It involves strategically arranging elements in a frame to generate balance and appeal. For example, a photographer can use the rule of thirds to compose a photo. This technique divides the image into three equal parts using two horizontal and vertical lines to create a more balanced picture. Photographers also use guiding lines to direct the viewer’s attention to the subject. Adding these techniques to wedding photos helps ensure they look polished and professional.
Besides posing the couple, wedding photographers can capture details of the venue and their decorations. In addition, they can take candid pictures of guests to document the day’s events. Some photographers specialize in one or more of these genres, while others may focus on the entire event.
Many brides and grooms have friends and family who live far away, and their wedding is a chance for them to visit and catch up with each other. It's considerate to offer guests a list of recommended activities on your website or in paper flyers that can be distributed after the ceremony. This can be especially helpful if your guests are visiting from out of town.
Some wedding photographers are exclusively digital, while others prefer to shoot film. Others are hybrid, combining film and digital photography for a more visually rich collection. Photographers also differ in their pricing structures. Some charge by the hour, while others provide a flat rate for their services.
Lastly, it’s important to know the copyright policies of each photographer. Some photographers retain all the copyright rights to their photos, while others offer joint copyrights with clients. It’s a good idea to ask each wedding photographer about their copyright policy before hiring them. This will help avoid any disputes over the use of the photos in the future.