Every wedding needs a moment for creative photography

Weddings are beautiful chaos. The day is full of laughter, tears, and timelines that don’t always stick to the plan. As a photographer, you’re constantly running from one moment to the next, making sure you capture everything as it unfolds. But every now and then, it’s important to slow down—just for a few minutes—and make room for creativity.

At a recent wedding, I noticed a small stage tucked away in the reception venue. The background was completely black, almost like a blank canvas waiting to be filled. Immediately, an idea struck. I set up a single light and decided to try a shutter drag technique to create a ghosting effect.

Here’s the thing: I didn’t want to take much of the couple’s time. Wedding days are busy, and I knew these shots were a creative gamble. But that’s the beauty of it—sometimes the most unique images come from those quick, inspired moments where you let creativity take the lead.

The result? A set of photos that look and feel like nothing else from their wedding day. Something artistic. Something bold. Something that, more than likely, nobody else they know has from their wedding.

That’s why I always encourage couples to leave just a little bit of time in their day for these creative experiments. They don’t take long, but the payoff is huge—a one-of-a-kind image that turns a fleeting moment into lasting art.