Planning a wedding in today’s climate may not be easy. Finding vendors you can trust, especially a photographer, to help you navigate through all the unpredictability of planning, is vital for a perfect day.
After spending time apart from family and friends, documenting important times with images is more important than ever. Make sure you find a photographer that will deliver what you’re looking for. After all, your wedding photos will be one of the few tangible heirlooms you will have to look at, cherish and pass down from generations to generations.
Photo Trends for 2022
Foregoing traditional shots
Instead of the traditional wedding photos, couples are choosing more natural and candid shots. While the posed pictures are still being taken, its the impromptu photos, such as raging on the dance floor or jumping into a pool after a hot wedding reception, that are trending.
Editorial inspired engagement photos
To make up for all those pictures that the couple missed out on in the past few years, engagement sessions with a professional photographer are very popular. It also gives the couple an opportunity to create an elevated imagery. With incredible high fashion looks, as well more intimate, to document this incredible journey in their lives.
Professional photography for more than the wedding and reception
Couples today want more than just a day photographed. They want the days leading up to their special day and even after, during the honeymoon. This can include the bachelorette and bachelor parties, rehearsal dinner, the day after brunch, and adventures on the honeymoon. This is especially the case for destination weddings in beautiful locations
Nighttime portraits
Nighttime photos are very unique, so you don’t have to rush to have all your photos taken before it gets dark. Edgy photos are very popular this year. Change up the vibe by stepping out into a dark ally, a dark corner of a room, or even a wallpapered hallway. This will create a different feel from the traditional wedding photos
A boudoir session
A sensual photo shoot allows the photographer to truly capture the love. That raw connection in an intimate setting and the tender moments of pure love. It is also a great way for a couple to reconnect from the stressful of wedding planning
How to choose the perfect Photographer?
Finding the perfect photographer for your special day isn’t easy, The Knot suggests, “If you’re feeling nervous about your day-of photos, we recommend booking a test run ahead of your wedding date. Not only will it give you some gorgeous engagement photos (which you can even use on your save-the-dates), it’ll also give you more time to bond with your pro.
The award winning photography from Sterling Photography International creates amazing images that tell tell your love story.
