Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Wedding locations

   Over the past 25 years I've seen many changes in wedding photography, with the primary being the switch from film to digital photography. 
   Another drastic change I've noted is that of the wedding location. Previously, the majority of weddings were held in a church, with a minority held in other places like Botanica, The Wichita Gardens, or the Indian Center, a backyard, or other unique location.
   In looking at my schedule for this year, only two weddings will be held in a church. The most popular locations for the others are at various rustic barns in the area.
    I believe the change is due to couples choosing to reflect their own lifestyle and taste by holding their wedding ceremony at a place where they can relax, and incorporate lighthearted outdoor portraits along with the casual atmosphere of a barn for more distinctive wedding portraits.
   No two weddings are alike. Every bride and groom brings their own unique style to make their wedding day their own, and their choice of the wedding location is just one more way to do so.