Understanding Photography Styles and

 Finding the One That Tells Your Story Best

 

Black and white wedding flat lay with heels, invitations, rings, perfume, and floral bouquet on round table.

Why photography style matters:



Have you ever seen a photographer describe their style as 'documentary' or 'editorial' and wondered what exactly they meant? And where is the line between true-to-color and bright-and-airy? Is there an in-between?


Let's take a deep dive into different photography styles, and what they mean for your wedding day.

Bride and groom share romantic moment outdoors, groom in navy suit cradling bride's face, bride holding lush pink bouquet.

 

Bright and Airy

 

Bright and airy photos feature bright, crisp whites, highlights that pop, and softened shadows. They are usually low contrast, evenly exposed, and pastel toned.

Bride and groom sitting on stone steps outdoors, she in a white gown, he in a black tuxedo, smiling warmly.

 

True-to-Life

 

True-to-life photography prioritizes natural skin tones, creamy whites, and authentic color grading. Some photos may appear darker or brighter than others based on the actual setting at the time the photo was taken, but color corrections are mainly to enhance the overall feel of the photo, rather than to achieve a specific look.

A bride and groom embrace in a misty field, she holds a bouquet in a white gown as storm clouds gather overhead.

 

Dark and Moody

 

Dark and moody photos feature lowered exposure, deep shadows, and muted highlights. Often, the colors are muted as well to achieve the ambient, signature 'moody' feel that this style of photography is known for.

Photo by Elli + Row Photography, based in Georgia

Photo by Hannah Martin Photography

Photo by Out of the Dark Photography based in North Dakota

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FAQ

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