The following information will help you understand the wide range of wedding photography options, making it easier to find the right photographer for you. We've put together several examples, representing the range of photographic styles used by modern professionals. A basic understanding of these styles will save you plenty of time and trouble when it comes to choosing a photographer.

        This has become a very popular style of wedding photography, featuring a series of candid photos covering the entire day. Benefits: Wedding photojournalism gives you a series of unique images designed to "tell the story" of your day. Drawbacks: There is no pre-planned "shot list," only the photographer's instincts; the images are unpredictable. Low levels of available light may cause some pictures to look "grainy." The couple may regret the absence of traditional, posed portraits in their album.

        This is the timeless style that you've probably seen time and time again. The hallmark of the traditional wedding photography style is carefully posed photographs of the key moments. Benefits: The traditional wedding photographers usually use a carefully planned "shot list," which means you'll get all the important images. Drawbacks: The photographer virtually becomes a "wedding official," directing the wedding party and guests according to a pre-planned list. This approach is very time consuming, and as a result, the bride and groom end up spending less time with their guests. The wedding album look is attractive, yet predictable.

        The illustrative style photographers place the subjects in certain settings to take advantage of good lighting or beautiful backgrounds. Then, once the scene is set, the couple and their party are free to be themselves, and this results in a more spontaneous feel. Unlike the photojournalism style, illustrative photography takes advantage of the photographer's artistic judgment rather than simply capturing a series of moments. This style often used in pre engagement photography session.

        We have been photographed ceremonies of different cultures, religions and traditions such as Catholic, Mormon, Baptist, Jewish as well as Hindu, Chinese, Filipino, Mexican and many more. Either you have a civil ceremony in City Hall or Tea ceremony in your home or traditional ceremony involving long pre arrangements we will try to keep the intimacy while photographing all the key moments.

        We're happy to discuss any aspect of our business and how we can create an affordable package to suit your tastes and budget. Please contact us today or visit our San Francisco, Bay Area based photography studio to learn more about our professional photography services. We serve entire Northern California (from Monterey in the south to Santa Rosa and Napa in the north and to the Concord, Livermore and Antioch in the East Bay area).

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