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Resources for Couples & Creative Portraits

A curated space for guidance, clarity, and planning ideas — including what to expect from a Slate + Flash session, how to choose a photographer, what “documentary style” means, and how to prepare without overthinking or over-styling.

These are the same conversations I have with couples every day — now collected here so you can arrive prepared and confident.

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What is documentary style wedding photography?
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What is documentary style wedding photography?

Documentary wedding photography prioritizes real, unscripted moments over staged ones. It’s a quietly guided, mostly hands-off approach that lets your day unfold naturally while still producing cinematic, emotionally resonant images that age beautifully.

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How to Choose a Wedding or Couples Photographer
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How to Choose a Wedding or Couples Photographer

Choosing the right photographer is about more than style — it’s about alignment. Look for someone whose work moves you, whose presence feels calm and unobtrusive, and whose process allows you to stay grounded in the moment rather than performing for the camera. If you value connection, style, and a quietly guided experience that lets your day unfold naturally, here’s how to choose a photographer who’s the right fit.

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