The Magic of Candid Moments: Why Natural Photos Matter
Let me ask you something - when you look back at your wedding photos in 5, 10, or even 50 years time, what do you want to remember?
Is it the perfectly practiced smile for a posed photo, or the way your partner looked at you during the vows? The way your dad’s eyes teared up during the speeches? Or the laughter you shared with your best friends on the dance floor?
For me, wedding photography is about capturing those real, fleeting moments—the ones you don’t even realize are happening. That’s the magic of candid photography: it freezes emotions, not just poses.
Why Natural Photos Are Timeless?
We all know that trends in wedding photography come and go, but there’s something beautifully timeless about authenticity. Candid photos aren’t about staging a scene or crafting perfection; they’re about embracing what’s already perfect—your connection, your loved ones, and the moments that make your day uniquely yours.
Years from now, it will be those little details that will transport you back. The nervous squeeze of hands before walking down the aisle. The pure joy of your first kiss. The way your family and friends came together to celebrate your love, the jokes and glances that were exhanged. Those are the memories that stand the test of time, and they’re always what I aim to capture.
So, How do I Make It Natural?
If the thought of being in front of the camera makes you nervous, you’re not alone. So many couples (literally 90% ) tell me they’re not “photo people,” and that’s 5000% okay! My approach is relaxed and unobtrusive. I don’t direct every second of your day or interrupt genuine interactions (the WORST) . Instead, I blend in, observing and waiting for those organic, unscripted moments to unfold. I think the phrase is ‘fly on the wall?’
You might not even notice me snapping the look you give your partner as they fix their tie or the way your best friend hugs you a little tighter just before the ceremony. That’s the beauty of it—it’s real, it’s unfiltered, and it’s you. I hate posing - let’s be honest is there anything more awkward?
What You’ll Get
When you receive your final gallery, you won’t just see pictures. You’ll see stories—your stories. You’ll see moments you remember vividly, and moments you didn’t even realize were happening. And that’s the magic!
Your wedding day is a whirlwind, but candid photography allows you to relive it fully, capturing not only how it looked but how it felt. And if that isn’t magic I don’t know what is.
If you’re looking for a photographer who values the real over the staged, who’s passionate about finding those in-between moments, let’s chat. Together, we’ll create a collection of images that tell the authentic story of your day—one you’ll cherish forever.
Verity x
