Empty photos. Yes, they exist. Sometimes they aren’t seen when they are covered up in beautiful scenery, dresses, style, all the things. They can look like the most amazing photos, but still feel hollow.
What about them makes them empty photos?
When there is no meaning in them.
Every time there is an awesome occasion – it’s meant to be photographed. But it is also meant to be experienced.
This is something that gets forgotten so often, but is the most important part of having photos that truly express you. Photos will just be poses if your photographer hasn’t tried to figure out what really makes you tick, and given you opportunities to express yourself in front of the camera for who you are, not just what looks cool.
I love to give an experience for my couples. Giving you a chance to just truly take in the day with with every word, movement, and breath is my passion. I want to give you opportunities to be intentional, if you want to be.
When you’re really embracing it, then the photos show that. One of my favorite things I’ve ever heard is when one of my clients told me that they “grew as a couple through our engagement session”. And the pictures showed. This is why I strive so hard to get to know my couples and provide experiences for them, because authenticity always wins in my opinion.
How do I do this?
Here’s my secret: I care. I really, really care.
I cannot photograph you how YOU are if I haven’t taken the time to get to know you. One way I do this is to spend a lot of time on the phone connecting with you, learning about your story, and helping you become comfortable in front of the camera. If you don’t feel connected to your photographer, it will be hard to feel comfortable in front of the camera. Not only so, but I give you real, intentional, opportunities to have fun and love on each other.
I’m not saying this is the only way. There are photographers who KILL IT by having their clients look and fake smile. If you want that, then book it! And there’s NOTHING wrong with that because you’re booking what you want your wedding day to be like. The awesome thing about being a bride is that YOU get to choose what you want your day to be like by the people you surround yourself with.
Thanks for reading through my heart on your screen, and why I am so passionate about what I do. Have the BEST day my friends, and let your life be filled with authenticity.