THE REASON WHY… by THE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER IN LISBON
In a photo session with the bride and groom, in the evening, at Pézinhos no Tejo in Caparica, Almada
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The reasons why one becomes a wedding photographer
Being a wedding photographer is not just a professional choice; it’s often a path discovered by chance, but one remains out of passion. Many wedding photographers didn’t start with that goal in mind. You become a wedding photographer because you realise, over time, that this is the place – on the wedding day, between the bride, groom, wedding guests, and the energy of the wedding ceremony – where purpose, belonging, and emotion are found.
Becoming a wedding photographer: when the profession meets the heart
Most wedding photographers arrive at the profession through unexpected paths. Sometimes, it’s a family business, other times a way to earn a living doing something different. But to stay… that’s something else.
Reasons to start in wedding photography:
- It may be a family tradition passed down through generations.
- A viable alternative for a creative and sustainable career.
- A casual opportunity that unexpectedly becomes a passion.
Why one stays a wedding photographer:
- There’s an emotional connection to the work.
- Real stories are waiting to be told through the lens.
- There’s a purpose found in every captured wedding photo.
When photography finds its voice: the story of an unexpected start
In my case, I had already been a professional photographer for over fifteen years. I worked on portraits, events, and commercial jobs, but something was missing. One day, I was invited to photograph a wedding. My first reaction was doubt: I’d never done one, didn’t know what was important, was afraid people wouldn’t like it. But I went.
And I stayed.
From that moment, I realised something was different. Photographing that couple’s wedding day stirred an emotion I hadn’t felt in years. The atmosphere of the ceremony, the connection between the bride and groom, the smiles of the wedding guests, the small details that make up a life together… there, I found myself.
A wedding photographer: more than a job
Being a wedding photographer is not just about capturing pretty images. It’s about understanding that each wedding photo is a time capsule, a piece of history. The wedding album isn’t just a collection of pictures – it’s a visual story of one of the most important days in a couple’s life.
What keeps me a wedding photographer today:
- The chance to capture real emotions and once-in-a-lifetime moments.
- The joy of seeing the impact of wedding photos on people.
- The pleasure of telling a story through images of a meaningful day.
What I found in wedding photography:
- People: the main source of my inspiration.
- Relationships and interactions: small gestures, glances, and embraces that speak volumes.
- Visual storytelling: the opportunity to build a narrative through the lens, page by page in an album.
The importance of visual storytelling in weddings
Wedding photography is not just about capturing what’s visible. It’s about capturing what’s felt. Every gesture of the bride as she gets ready, every look from the groom as he waits, every laugh from wedding guests, every tear shed during the ceremony… all of this forms the true essence of the day.
These moments create memories. And those memories are turned into images that tell a story – yours.
Conclusion:
Becoming a wedding photographer is, for many, an unexpected discovery. But once found, it’s hard to want anything else. Wedding photography uniquely combines technique, emotion, and creativity in a single profession. For those who value human stories, love, and real moments, this is the right place.
Ready to capture your wedding day?
I want to tell the story of your wedding day through my lens. A wedding album is not just a collection of photographs – it’s your living memory, told with emotion, care, and authenticity. Contact me to schedule a meeting and see what I can create for you.
- You can see a full wedding story:
- At Pézinhos no Tejo in Caparica, Almada, Portugal
