Most artists become famous for their art posthumously. That’s not random; it’s because when they were making it, the people of that time didn’t find it relevant or normal. It was independent from the norm.
Artists, in contrast to their consumers, are continuously chasing what makes them feel something. Generally speaking, what is trending isn’t about feeling, it’s a reaction to what the masses are doing. At risk of going on a baby tangent… chasing a trend is a natural response as a human. It's easier for our brain to follow what is cool than to decide something is liked because we like it. Chasing a trend keeps the individual relevant to their community and algorithms love it!
I apologize for the seemingly randomness of this blog post, but I think I speak for most artists when I say that we are tired of fitting our art into the status quo when we just want to create something that makes us feel something. It's hard to continue to be inspired if all of our art is the same. Today I want to challenge you, the consumer. Instead of looking at this wedding post for what is fashionable or trending, I want you to feel it.
As your wedding photographer, I'm trying to live your day through your eyes and tell your story. I want you to look back at the photos and be able to hear your family member laughing, smell your flowers, feel the sun on your back. The photos should transport you back to how your wedding day felt.
In order to strip away what is cool or going to get this most clicks, I’m sharing almost the entire post in black and white. Of course the wedding I’m choosing was teaming with life and colour so I’ll add some pops so you can see how beautiful this September wedding day was.
This post may not see many viewers but hopefully those who do see it, are able to disconnect today and find something real.