When covering a wedding in a true “photojournalistic” style, it can be difficult to get everyone to play along. Or more accurately, to even understand what I’m there to do.

For example, when we show up at the bride or groom’s house at the beginning of the day, we are sometimes inadvertently limited in what we can capture. This most often happens when a family member freaks out for one reason or another – “Oh my gawd, this place is a mess, and the Photographers Are Here!” Hey mom! That mess in the brides’ room is part of the real wedding day – please let us photograph it!

That’s why receptions are generally a better time to get candid shots. The guests are relaxed and ready to have fun, and those participants tend to be more understanding of our “roaming” style of coverage.

These are not typical shots from a wedding. They’re more like outtakes, and frankly, it’s the style of work that I like to do.

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