Wedding Portraits
MariaP

Wedding Portraits

August 2024

This stunning capture beautifully controls the high-key tonality. Handling light tones like this is a really challenging exposure to get right. However, the photographer has also managed to capture a wonderful, natural expression that exudes joy and happiness. Good work!

The narrative in this intriguing image is simply outstanding. The couple is clearly creative and fun, which is brilliant. However, the priceless deadpan expression of curiosity of the passerby adds to the story. The tonality and composition have been artfully controlled.

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Superb framing and cunning use of shallow depth of field create an engaging portrait, simply oozing with style. The tack-sharp focus on the eye is perfect, making a strong connection with the subject. The overall colour palette is wonderfully evocative with a cinematic vibe.

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Detail shots are a crucial part of good wedding photography. Documenting this work and paying attention to the small things is essential. This lovely study showcases the wonderful and intricate henna designs on the bride's hands with style. Converting to black and white was an inspired choice.

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I love this frame's cool, retro groove; the colour palette, framing and props all speak to the narrative. I also love the story of the aeroplane elopement behind the photo. The angle of view and the frame within a frame works very well.

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I love the mischievous, slightly provocative take on the classic wedding photo theme. The deadpan expressions of the bride and groom are priceless, and the overall "Wes Anderson" aesthetic is inspired. It's refreshing to see someone daring to push the boundaries of this genre.

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I love how the bride and groom have been artfully integrated into the stunning Icelandic landscape. The graphic quality of the geological formations creates a perfect stage for the couple. I like the tight crop, which accentuates the graphic elements.

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I love the layers and shapes in the bold and confident composition. Integrating the 'wedding shoot' with the landscape in this way was a wonderful idea. The subtle mountain range in the background softened through the aerial perspective, adds depth, context and a magical twist.

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This wonderful portrait exudes joy and happiness. Naturally, the subject's expression plays a significant role in this, as does the lovely light. The light's warm backlight glow is simply stunning. It's not easy shooting into the light like this, so top marks for a perfect exposure.

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It is lovely to see the conflation of landscape and wedding photography in the same image. The dark and moody handling of the monochrome tones adds a touch of romantic drama. The line of the mountain stream leading to a dip in the horizon seems to follow the apparent direction of the bride's gaze, a subtle and eloquent touch.

I love the simplicity of this portrait. Despite not looking directly at each other, the couple seems to have a real sense of connection. The handling of the monochrome tones has been expertly controlled and adds a cool, timeless vibe to the photo. Good work.

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What a stunning image! I love the restraint and control. The handling of the tonality and rendering of the bride's face in a near silhouette was inspired. The tack-sharp eyelashes are perfect. The very subtle light creates a hint of detail, depth and shape in the neck, lips, and jaw and the veil's fabric is beautifully controlled. Top-notch.

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We're rarely photographed more than when we’re at a wedding, especially if it's our own! And recording the special day is no longer the sole preserve of the wedding photographer, as guests nowadays get involved in every photo opportunity with their phones and cameras. Wedding portraiture used to be a formal affair, but there’s been a shift towards more candid, reportage style imagery, so we can expect a wide variety of both posed and more relaxed wedding portraiture in this contest.

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What a terrific capture made in the documentary tradition. This image artfully reveals the reality of many modern-day weddings. I love that the subjects are out of focus in the background but can be seen clearly on the cluster of smartphone camera screens.

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The surreal nature of this encounter must have been quite something. What a delightful discovery. There is so much to love: the epic landscape, the fabulous couple, and the Tibetan Ox (I'm not sure that's what it is) all coming together into one frame is just amazing.

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Seeing a photographer using infrared for a wedding is an impressive and daring feat. But the results look stunning; it's worked exceptionally well, and the magical otherworldliness creates a lovely effect. It must have been quite a challenge getting the tones and colours just right, so kudos to you!

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