Wedding storyteller with a telephoto lens

As a wedding storyteller with a telephoto lens, I am able to isolate subjects and emphasize emotions.

This is one of my favorite images during the first dance of the bride and groom at the Interlaken Inn. The background is blurred, with soft lighting casting a glow on the couple’s hands. The image captures a moment of tenderness and romance, as the couple loses themselves in the music and the dance.

The hands of the couple seem to be perfectly in sync, moving gracefully together in time with the music. Their fingers are intertwined, conveying a sense of unity and connection between them.

Before the first dance

Photographing the first dance at a wedding is a crucial part of capturing the joy and romance of the day. I communicate with the couple ahead of time to understand their vision for the first dance. I ask about the song choice, the style of dance, and any specific moments they would like to be captured. In this way I am able to anticipate key moments and capture them as they happen.

I always try to find the best vantage point to capture the couple’s dance without obstructing the view of the guests. It’s also important to make sure the lighting is sufficient to capture the scene without the need for flash, which can be distracting. By using fast prime lenses with 1.2 or 1.4 aperture I can capture such important moments unobtrusively.

During the first dance

During the first dance I am focused and attentive, capturing the couple’s movements and emotions as they dance. I usually carry three cameras bodies with a 24mm 1.4, a 50mm 1.2 and a 200mm f2 lens. I am mindful of the couple’s expressions and of the guests’ reactions, capturing the joy and love on their faces.

Post production

In the digital darkroom I carefully select the best images and edit them to enhance the colors, contrast, and sharpness. Some images are better appreciated in black and white.

I hope that my images capture the beauty and romance of the moment, allowing the couple to relive their first dance for years to come. Being a wedding storyteller with a telephoto lens is a great passion.