06/08/2026
My final share from Dory and Kevin's wedding. Some photographers prefer a controlled work environment, able to set up shots to their liking, controlling details, etc...and this is great, because certain photographic needs call for perfect arrangement of elements. At the other end of the spectrum is an approach to event documentation in which the photog blends in with the wallpaper, so to speak. A fly on the wall, documenting via observation, arranging when necessary but intent on providing a perspective of presence. That's me. I heard a client recently refer to certain images as 'planned-ed candids,' the ones one social media that are, frankly, very easy to spot. Everything about Dory and Kevin's wedding was genuine. Moments were authentic, emotions were unfiltered, and people were real. I love working with folks like that. I suppose I've become a bit of an 'old man' when it comes to my approach to craft, but it is deeply rooted in wanting to provide clients with the most authentic visuals of their life moments, be it a wedding, family photos for the holidays...doesn't matter. Life is to be lived and felt, not contrived. Moments are not planned, feelings aren't on a shot list. I love photographing weddings because I love helping folks preserve their authenticity, blending that with my own little 'artsy' look. I don't shoot as many weddings as I did 20 years ago by choice, therefore the ones I photograph as I close in on 50 are even more meaningful. If this approach appeals to you and you have a photo need, I would love to work with you. And I use that terminology because I consider most photo work to be a collaboration of sorts. A final 'congrats' to the newlyweds and a 'thank you' to them - and their families/friends - for allowing me a little window into their biggest day. Happy Monday, friends.
Cheers,
Jack
www.mortonphotonc.com
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