Images: fedorborodin and nicolaannepeltzbeckham
Daytime fireworks. Cringe? Maybe. But here’s how to photograph them.
The Beckham Vow Renewal
A Florida Wedding in the Rain.
Let’s go ⬇️
NEWS
The News this Week
200,000 Sunflowers were grown in a field for this wedding reception and it’s magic.
Is Kodak Closing? This week we heard some worrying rumours that Kodak was closing down… But THANKFULLY, they turned out to be just that, rumours. While Kodak is having some troubles, there is a clear plan to move forward - see the down low on the situation here and Kodaks statement here.
Did this viral AI image/video fool you too? These bunnies on a trampoline fooled over 200 million viewers. What does it mean to live in this “post truth digital age”? Here’s an insightful view to dive into.
A Drone First Look. We got the first few images of the new drone brand, Antigravity, this week.
Second Shooter Retirement Gig. A discussion this week on chilling out and only second shooting into your retirement.
Germany’s Conference. This week the new, bright and shiny Monara Conference was announced. A new event for the German wedding industry. Beginning in March 2026 you can see all the details here.
Small Diamonds. In case you missed it. Cristiano Ronaldo got engaged this week and the diamond is… not small. Who’s shooting that wedding?!
THE BIG IDEA
🎇 2025’s Daytime Fireworks
Images: sandra.raev and bottega53
Love it or hate it.
It’s here.
You’ve seen the shots all around Instagram this wedding season. The colourful, rainbow, day time fireworks. And yes we know… you think it’s CRINGE too. (Planners, please). Last year, Villa Balbiano was where it took off. This year??? They are everywhere and they are coming to a wedding ceremony near you. We photographers have just got to deal with it AND capture them well.
So what do you need to know? What settings do you need? Where do you stand? How do you nail the shot everytime? Even if it’s not your thing…
Let’s dive in ⬇️
Shutter Speed and Burst Mode
Don’t let the Instagram images fool you. These fireworks don’t….
REAL WEDDING FEATURE
🌧️ Florida Rains: How Lauren Alatriste Pivoted to Make Magic on this Rainy Wedding Day
You can mood board until your eyes glaze over, but you can never plan for EVERYTHING a wedding day throws at you as a photographer. That was the case for Alexa and Connor’s rainy wedding day at The Boca Raton in Florida. See how Lauren Alatrise still made the magic happen.
“This was a day about flexibility, trust, and finding beauty in unexpected corners. Alexa and Connor we amazing and so patient. They stayed present, and let their personalities lead despite the rain.”
INSPO THIS WEEK
⬇️ When the guests notice the photographer. 1. this is SO real. 2. what a great idea for a post.
⬇️ Whatever you think of the Beckham 3 year vow renewal that we all saw this week (SO many negative comments on every single post)… It’s worth a dive into the imagery. Strong ‘vintage’ vibes. Moments over perfection. A mix of digital flash, faded film, warm highlights and cold light.
You be the judge. What do you think?
⬇️ Groom portraits at sunrise? Seemed worth it here.
⬇️ How to shoot a dark hotel wedding. From constant lights, to flash, to low light curation. This is a good example.
Till next week,
