Balloons!Heather and Dave! I was an amateur when I made this photo. It was a fun wedding.

Over the last several years, I have often been asked about my availability to photograph weddings.

I have always answered the same way : Weddings? I didn’t do weddings. 

That changed this winter. I’m now taking wedding contracts, and in fact I have signed with my first two brides. And I’m really excited! It feels exactly right.

So then why, in the 11 years since I started getting really serious about photography and the 4 years since I started taking professional contracts, did I never say yes to a wedding? Short answer: I was terrified. Wedding photography is a huge responsibility.  Bouquet Toss!I shot this photo at Heather and Dave's wedding as an amateur, back in 2009, with the permission of the actual wedding photographer.

I have always hesitated before taking on something new for clients, because I want to be able to give them what they really need from their photographer, and I can’t stand the thought that I might not provide it. 

And hey — your wedding day is one of the most important days in your life. It changes your life. It’s not just a big party (that too): it’s a day for publicly declaring a commitment between two people that will forever shape their friendships, their family, and often even their careers and life prospects.

And the photographer’s job?

The photographer's job is to make works of art that will recall the events and emotions of the day, bringing a smile (or a tear?) every time anyone looks at the resulting album or prints. 

It’s a big deal. 

The last many years I have focussed on portraits and events, honing my skills. And hey — I'm all about portraits, and I love running around capturing the spirit of an event! I am definitely going to keep doing these things.   

Dress up the kidsWeddings are one of the places where you can see kids this age in jackets and ties. But! I recently realized that the skills I use in those contexts — the ones used to capture beautiful portraits, or portray the emotions and personalities at a party or show or reception — are the very skills I would need at a wedding!

And thinking about that, I recently started saying “yes”.

I’m still terrified. But… I’m ready!

And if you're looking for more information about this, please feel free to contact me by telephone, by email ([email protected]), or on this website. I can't wait to hear from you.

Let's celebrate together!