Frequently Asked Questions

In a word? Documentary.

Your wedding day isn’t a photoshoot — it’s a once-in-a-lifetime celebration with your favourite people. I won’t direct your day or pull you away for endless portraits. Instead, I’ll blend into the background and quietly capture the real stuff: the laughs, the hugs, the ugly cries, the party.

We’ll get beautiful, artistic portraits during your engagement session (and a few quick ones on the day-of if you'd like) — but my goal is for you to actually live your wedding day, not spend it with your photographer.

This way, you get a collection of honest, emotional images that you’ll want to share — now and for decades to come.

I've been a full-time professional documentary and portrait photographer for 3 years. Weddings run on the same skills I use at each shoot: reading a room, anticipating the moments that matter, working quickly in any light, and staying calm when the schedule shifts.

Because I take on a limited number of weddings each year, every couple gets my full attention from the first planning call to the final gallery.

Not at all. Most people are! During couples sessions I’ll give just enough direction to help you relax — no awkward posing or cheesy prompts. Just be yourselves, and I’ll take care of the rest.

Whatever makes you feel like you. I’ll send over a wardrobe guide to help prepare for your couples or portrait session — but there’s no pressure. Pops of colour and layered textures always look great.

Wherever feels right. That could be your neighbourhood, your home, a favourite café or trail — or anywhere else that feels like part of your story.

Yes I do! Please check out www.blackvinephotograpy.com to see my Documentary Family work.