Is Alternative Wedding Photography Only for Alternative People?
Weddings are a time-honoured tradition, but that doesn’t mean they have to be boring. Alternative wedding photography is a great way to capture the unique and special moments of your big day in an unconventional way. But is it only for 'alternative' people?
The answer is a resounding no. In this blog, we'll look at why alternative wedding photography can be enjoyed by all couples, regardless of their style and personality. We'll also cover my approach to wedding photography, and how blending photojournalism, street photography and creativity provides a unique take on your wedding day that is fun, artistic, and shakes up the traditional approach.
What is alternative wedding photography?
Alternative wedding photography is a unique style of photography that focuses on capturing the real moments of your special day. It's all about creating an atmosphere of authenticity, rather than posing for staged shots. This means that instead of having everyone stand in a line and smile at the camera, you can have fun with your photographer and capture genuine moments between you and your partner as well as with your family and friends. Mixing a candid approach to your wedding, capturing the events of the day in a photojournalistic, non-intrusive way, whilst getting the most of your couple portraits without any awkward posing, delivers a gallery you'll love for years to come.
Why alternative wedding photography is not just for alternative people?
The beauty of alternative wedding photography is that it doesn't have to be restricted to a certain type of couple or person. Whether you're an unconventional couple or a more traditional one, there are plenty of ways to incorporate alternative elements into your big day. For example, if you're looking for something different from the typical posed shots, consider finding a photographer with a documentary or photojournalistic approach to capture candids of your wedding throughout the day. This will allow them to capture those special moments between you and your partner, along with memories of your friends and family, that would otherwise go unnoticed.
My approach to wedding photography
As a Sheffield-based alternative wedding photographer, I specialise in this type of wedding photography. My style is based upon my introvert personality: unobtrusive, candid, photojournalism, which captures real moments that tell your wedding story.
When it comes to couple portraits background in street photography and love of creative film styles, like Wes Anderson's, combine to create inspired, innovative portraits that are fun to capture, pose-free, and look beautiful in your album or on your wall. I strive to create an atmosphere that allows couples to feel at ease and be themselves in front of the camera, resulting in more authentic and natural photographs that capture the spirit of you and your special day.
You don't have to be 'different'
You don't have to an alternative person to appreciate the beauty of alternative wedding photography. All couples should feel free to express their unique personalities – or just enjoy a day full of creative and beautiful images! If you're planning your wedding and want to break from the traditional, posed, light-and-airy approach to wedding photography, get in touch and we'll have a chat through your plans.
