If I've learned anything over the past 15 years, its that lighting during weddings isn't always sunsets and unicorns flocking through a field during golden hour. Sometimes it rains all day (and no it isn't good luck) and sometimes the sun sets so early that a certain amount of portraits have to be done either indoors, or in the dark. Photographing in low light requires specific skills that are much different than working during the day.

However beyond the practical reasons, night photography is just so mysterious, charming, and dramatic in a variety of ways. Our cameras can see far more than the human eye can in low light conditions. So the results can be shockingly beautiful. It's one of many ways we try to create unique images for our couples that stand out from the crowd. A dramatic night photo allows you to have a custom piece of artwork that many of our couples decide to print and frame, or use as an image for luxury aluminum wall art.

When you think of wedding party and family photos, you probably think about the old-school traditional lined up photos with everyone standing next to each other, perhaps smiling. Your uncle is probably blinking and your aunt looks like she is trying to hide behind your tall cousin. When you ask about candid, authentic, and documentary, that scenario doesn't seem to meet the mark. 

While we will do all of the traditional posed family group photos that you'd like (and our studio manager will make sure we have the right list from you or your planner before the wedding!) - we prefer to mostly showcase the more creative, fun, and interesting family and wedding party moments. Take a look here and see if you think this approach matches the vibe you're hoping for from a NJ wedding photographer!

wedding night + low light portraits