WITHOUT EXAGGERATION, OR WITH IT by the WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER IN ALGARVE
The bride enters the Church of S. Lourenço de Almancil in the Algarve with her father for the wedding ceremony
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Between Fantasy and Truth: Adventures of a Wedding Photographer
Being a wedding photographer is, without a doubt, one of the most rewarding and creative experiences one can have. Among soft lights, tender glances, and unforgettable moments, there’s a magical energy in every wedding ceremony. And while the camera captures that magic, words sometimes tend to embellish it — maybe even exaggerate, I admit. But who can resist turning an already beautiful reality into a small epic of love and emotion?
The Writing of a Wedding Photographer with a Flair for Fantasy
Before we go on, let me clarify: just as I enjoy being a wedding photographer, I also enjoy writing for this blog. Here, I talk about my experiences as a professional in wedding photography, but with a taste for fantasy. There are days I exaggerate, days I embellish, and others when I simply let my creativity roam free, always within reasonable limits, of course.
The truth is, besides the images, telling stories about wedding days has become a ritual. But writing twice a week about grooms, brides, wedding guests, ceremonies, and parties requires more than memory: it demands imagination. And that’s when I shift into “storyteller” mode, without ever straying from the reality I live with each couple.
Every Wedding is Unique — and So Should Be the Story
All weddings are different, and that’s a fact. No groom is like another, no bride repeats the gestures of the last, and the way guests live the moment transforms the entire atmosphere. The light changes, time shifts, and the location of the ceremony and party always offer a distinct backdrop.
- The emotion of a father-daughter hug.
- The knowing look between the couple at the altar.
- The spontaneous laughter of friends on the dance floor.
These unique moments deserve unique stories. And that’s what I aim to do: capture those small gems and give them the framing they deserve, both in wedding photography and in words.
Imagination Grounded in Reality
Yes, I admit my writing sometimes exceeds the simplicity of facts. But it’s not untrue. Literature, experts say, doesn’t copy reality — it transforms it. And I, as a wedding photographer and author of this blog, follow the same logic: the truth is there, but with a narrative touch that makes it even more alive.
- I don’t invent stories, I highlight emotions.
- I don’t alter events, I provide context.
- I don’t create characters, I give soul to real people.
If I sometimes embellish the adventures of the wedding photographer, it’s only to make more epic what is already truly special to me.
A Sincere Love for Wedding Photography
Every click is intentional. Every frame is thought through. And every image aims to eternalize not only what is seen, but what is felt. Wedding photography is, to me, a gesture of respect for the couple, their families, and their wedding guests.
Key Reminders:
- Every wedding deserves its own story — visually and emotionally.
- Any exaggeration in writing reflects real emotion, not fiction.
- A wedding photographer is, above all, a storyteller with images and words.
Why Do I Write Like This?
Because I believe a wedding is, in itself, a celebration of the extraordinary. And honestly, writing just facts, repeated from wedding to wedding, would be dull for me and readers. What drives my writing is the same thing that drives my lens: the desire to find something special in each story.
And in case you’re wondering:
- Yes, it’s always a huge pleasure to photograph a wedding.
- Yes, everything I write here is true — even if fantasist.
- Yes, I’m available to join you on your wedding day, wherever it may be.
Conclusion:
The job of a wedding photographer goes far beyond technical recording. It’s an emotional involvement, an immersion in real stories, and a mission to capture the best of every wedding ceremony. This blog’s writing is an extension of that passion, even when fantasy adds some sparkle to the words.
Contact Your Wedding Photographer
If you’re looking for someone who not only photographs your wedding day with passion but also lives it with you — in the glances, the smiles, the emotions — then we’re on the same side. Contact me. It will be an honour to be with you on that unique moment. Let’s create a memory that’s truly yours, both in image and in feeling.
- You can see a full wedding story:
- The photo was taken in the Church of S. Lourenço de Almancil, in the Algarve