What a curious power words have, don't you think?

You are here to see photographs and, clearly, that is the main mission of my website but there is one thing that I consider important: to tell you about my approach as a photographer.

Let’s get to the point.

¿Documentary-style photography?

¿What does this mean?

I could say that this refers to a style of photography that tries to provide a sincere representation of people, places, objects and moments that happen at a wedding; where the photographer does not pose or control the scene that happens in front of him; intervention is almost non-existent. And emphasizing on this last point, the what, how, when, where and who of that day, will give us a greater value in the final result.

Let's add to this idea my point of view; the one I trained, train and will train as a photographer. That is what you are finally hiring for.

It is very important for me that you get to know the approach I have with my photography at weddings because there you will be able to see if it goes hand in hand with what you have in mind, if you feel reflected with my words, with the way work is done and also to match expectations.

One of the photographers who has inspired me not only with his photos but rather with his words is the famous Henri Cartier-Bresson. Two of his phrases have a very strong impact on what I want to propose:

Good tip, right? Not much to add. You have to enjoy and be present. Know that the most natural and honest moments come from us and it is those that reflect us as we are… they tell the story better. Your laugh when something really made you laugh. Your tears (real ones). Your gestures and way of being. These are the real photos, when nothing is forced. There is no need for anyone to be telling you what or how to do things. If that starts to happen, the authenticity of your day, is lost.

Not intervening or intervening as little as possible is what I propose to you. Again, show those what, how, when, where and who of that day. That beautiful thing about everyday life that I don't know why sometimes we want to hide. Recognize your reality over the years. I really enjoy being able to shoot with this in mind. And to be honest, do you know who your wedding photos are for? FOR YOU! Nobody else! (I know, it's obvious, but it needs to be said). For your family, your children, your friends or those who really matter. They are not for VOGUE magazine, for Pinterest or to have 839 likes on social networks (unless that’s what you’re looking for).

Well, yes… of course there is a time for formal portraits (grandma’s request). Couple and group portraits that have a minimum guide; nothing from another world. I definitely recommend doing them because it is very rare that you have all those people gathered in that time and space.

Surely we can see similarities in all weddings: ‘you may kiss the bride’, the delivery of rings, the bouquet or a first dance, etc. However, the little things usually make a big difference. All of this ends up being a beautiful set of unique situations and feelings. Those that only you and yours can offer.

Showing the B-sides of life at weddings

The beggining. Maybe the sunrise in your city or the traffic on the way to your house. A hot or cold wheather. The beautiful hotel, the dreamed venue or finally the backyard of your house. What was the news on TV in the corner of the room while you’re getting ready. Beers with your friends. How your venue is being prepared. That moment when you thought you lost your rings. The shared laughs. Oh, please don’t let it rain! The ceremony and its protocols. The looks full of emotion from your family and friends when you see them there. The tears. The children. The kiss. The guests with their smartphones, tablets (really?) or cameras trying to take THE photo - complaining of course about the photographer in the middle of them. The waiters carrying the long-awaited drinks to relax (maybe one of them could drop a tray? Because as you have seen, I may be there nearby and celebrate having taken that photo.) The dance. Weird faces. The effects of alcohol. The end. "Big" moments and small moments, all of them making up a whole. None more important than another. The sum of all of them is where we want to get to, and I want to show them to you because it is very possible that you will miss them.

Showing the B-sides of life at weddings.

In your wedding.

The way it really happened.

Because, ¿why not?