Photojournalism

What does wedding Photojournalism mean?

Wedding photojournalism at the core means a photographer simply photographs moments while observing subjects instead of creating or setting up a scene. CliftonMarie’s work will reflect this style, while still keeping other important parts of the job in mind. It’s vital to know when to simply ‘get out of the way’ and document a moment versus when to guide subjects to the best lighting or adjust people with verbal cues so they look as natural as possible.

CliftonMarie’s Style:

1. balance of traditional & photojournalism

Your final wedding photos will look journalistic from beginning to end, when in reality beautiful scenes were sometimes encouraged by an experienced wedding photographer who had both the moment and the final product in mind. Our goal is to deliver timeless images to document the emotions and the things that make you unique as a couple.

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2. efficient working Style

It's also important to note that CliftonMarie’s business model is very much about efficiency. 

You’ll spend less than 15 mins taking sunset photos because we know you've spent so much money on this party, you should be enjoying it WITH your guests.

Heather will anticipate your needs, give direction to family, remind you to drink water, fix your hair and remind a groomsmen to zip up his fly!

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Tips for shopping for a photojournalism wedding photographer

When couples are shopping for a photographer, I always strongly advise them to look through an entire wedding from start to finish. (Anyone can choose the best-lit photos and showcase them, but seeing what photographers can do with the whole story of the day is important.) Every wedding will be its own story with its own style, but this should help show all the different pieces of the day and how they are photographed. Look at how the photographer documents the lighting, candid moments, the moments in between poses, and different angles of the same moment. Look for genuine expressions photographers can only capture when their subjects feel comfortable with them. 

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Ready to be sent real wedding galleries to sort through?

CliftonMarie Photography is focused on capturing real and candid moments in a photojournalistic style, seeking to preserve the story of the couple's special day through their photos. They use a combination of traditional and modern photography techniques to create images that are both beautiful and meaningful. The company emphasizes the importance of building a relationship with their clients to understand their needs and vision for their wedding photography. They strive to provide their clients with an enjoyable and stress-free experience while capturing the essence of their wedding day.

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Candid Photojournalistic Photography

Colorado Wedding Photographer

I’M Heather. Extroverted, Candid Photographer!

PEOPLE READER. DIRECTION GIVER. RESOURCEFUL + INTUITIVE. MAKER OF GOOFY FACES. I won’t let you look awkward in your wedding photos. I’ve got you.

9+ years of shooting weddings has taught me to work calmly and efficiently within a wedding timeline to deliver a wide variety of both candid and posed shots- so YOU TWO can spend more time enjoying your wedding.

I PROMISE TO

  • give direction when needed

  • make your family laugh for realistic smiles

  • create room for emotion when the moment calls for it

  • dance while I’m taking photos

  • allow you two to be yourselves

The best wedding photographers know when to step in and when to fall back.