This Is How
This is the section of the site where we show the very best in documentary wedding photography tips, by some of the world’s very best photographers; check back frequently for more advice and guides as to how these photographers got specific images.
View all the pieces chronologically here, or, if you’re looking for something specific, see our index of wedding photography tips.
This Is How: ‘Boerne, Texas, USA’ by Philip Thomas
In the twenty-first of our regular series of ‘This is How…’ it’s an honour to have the brilliant US-based Philip Thomas with us, talking all about this beautiful capture of his. Such invaluable advice about clearing your head and trusting your instinct. Thanks, Philip!
This Is How: ‘Father of the Bride’s Speech’ by Steven Rooney
In the twentieth of our regular series of documentary wedding photography tips we’re excited to have the fabulous Steven Rooney with us, telling us all about how he captured this emotional image. We love his thoughts on not only this specific capture (including his flash setup, and tips on context, composition and storytelling), but also weddings themselves; of being a Father himself and wanting the best for his three children. Thank you for sharing, Steven:
This Is How: ‘Sexy Hotdog’ by Jordanna Marston
In the nineteenth of our regular series of documentary wedding photography tips it’s an honour to have the fantastic Jordanna Marston telling us all about this iconic capture of hers, including insights into capturing personality, the fun, humour and energy of the day, non-stereotypical imagery and editing out distractions.
This Is How: ‘Warehouse Dance Floor’ by Andrew Billington
In the eighteenth of our regular series of ‘This Is How…’, we’ve got the brilliant Andrew Billington telling us how he got this iconic and atmospheric shot; great tips on storytelling, setting the scene, lighting and more…
This Is How: ‘Promises’ by Michael and Hannah Jackson
In the seventeenth of our regular series of ‘This Is How…’, the fab Michael and Hannah Jackson (of Jackson & Co Photography) take us behind the scenes of this brilliant image. Such interesting insights into capturing emotion, storytelling, editing, working with videographers, knowing your equipment, and much more…
