"We are surrounded by infinite numbers of moments nobody captures!" - one of my colleagues said: - "Open your eyes, freeze what you see for a moment and imagine: This could be a picture!"

What can I do for you?

Being an experienced San Francisco based wedding photojournalist, I can spot a memorable moment, artistically "frame" it in my mind, and see the final photograph without even looking into the camera. My camera is nothing but a tool that I use to bring my art to life. I believe my experience as a photojournalist and artistic vision give me one up on the competition. If desired, I can easily create posed portraits, but my photojournalistic style is really what will bring your wedding album to life!

Traditional vs. Photojournalism Styles of Wedding Photography

One of the most important things you should consider, when choosing a wedding photographer, is the photography style. The most common types of wedding photography are traditional and photojournalistic. While similar equipment is used in both, there are significant differences in technique and approach. I hope the following will help you understand the differences between the two main styles. It is up to you to decide which one suits you best. Traditional Style of Wedding Photography is also known as classic or posed.

So, what should you expect from a this type of photography?

Traditional photographers concentrate most of their efforts on posed portraits, and rarely capture candid moments. While posed portraits are important, it can be very stressful having to set up for every shot. Furthermore, the end result is usually an album that looks more like a photo shoot than a wedding day. The quality of traditional photography is usually judged sharpness, lighting, correct skin tones, and the use of the background. The Photojournalistic Style of Wedding Photography is also called modern, documentary or photoreportage. While similarities exist between traditional and photojournalistic approaches, the main expectations of each style are very different; Traditional style is portrait oriented, and Photojournalism is candid oriented. Visual perception of an experienced photojournalist will add a unique charm to your pictures and you will end with up emotional and artistic photos capturing the very essence of your wedding day. The Album will resemble a storybook, rather than just be a series of posed portraits. Keep in mind that most wedding photojournalists also offer magazine style albums which combine photographs and graphic design. There are no strict rules for photojournalism; angles, framing, lights do not matter that much. What counts is the artist’s vision and his ability to properly document the day. What style is best for you? It is not uncommon for the bride and the groom to combine both style and understandably so. Weddings are an excellent time for formal portraits as everyone is looking their best, but candid shots will help the bride and the groom remember their wedding day the way it really happened. Traditional Style Wedding Photography may be best for you if:
- You want your photographer to direct of your wedding.
- You have time to pose for formal portraits of the wedding party.
- You want to know when you are being photographed.
- You would like to pose with all your family and friends.
- You do not really care for candid images, such as a wedding shoe simply lying abandoned on the floor.

Photojournalism Style Wedding Photography may be best for you if:

- You want lots of candid images of your guests.
You do not want to worry about what your photographer is doing.
- You would like to spend as little time as possible on family portraits and go on with the wedding. - You don't want a bunch of photography equipment everywhere.
- You like candid photos such as: a flower girl and ring bearer whispering to each other during the ceremony.

You may not be able to take your pick right away, but I hope you now know what to expect from each style. Remember every photographer is a businessperson, whose objective is to sell you his/her art. Keep in mind that when you hire a photographer, you are not just buying a bunch of photos; it the skill, experience, and the art that you are paying for.