In the world of wedding photography, there is often a debate between the candid and the composed, but for the Lia Rose couple, I believe the magic exists in the harmony of both. My approach is based on two distinct moments: the editorial and the unscripted. The editorial side of my work is about intention, it’s about the quiet drama of the way the veil falls, the perfect placement of the hands, and the magazine quality portraits that feel both timeless and fashion forward. It’s the art of making you look like the most elevated version of yourself.
The unscripted side, however, is about the feelings. It is the raw energy of the day, the tear that escapes during the vows, the quiet glances that no one else sees. These are the photos that grow in value over decades. By blending these two styles, I ensure your gallery isn’t just a collection of images, but a narrative of your wedding day. You deserve the editorial portraiture, but you also deserve to remember exactly how you felt.
The Editorial Eye: Creating The Moment
When we speak about “editorial” photography, we are talking about the images that feel like they belong on the pages of a fashion publication. This is where my background in fashion and fine art comes to the forefront.
On your wedding day, I take on the role of an artistic director. I’m looking for the best lighting, the most flattering angles, and the architectural elements of your venue that create a sense of scale. In my experience, my couples greatly value the way I prompt and pose, so their true emotions can be the forefront of an image. You don’t have to be worrying about how to move your body, where to look, where to put your hands, as I direct you through capturing your connection.
Whether it’s styling your invitation suite intentionally or guiding you through a portrait session, the goal is to create iconic imagery. These are the photos that you’ll frame on your walls, that feel sophisticated and polished, while remaining timeless and romantic.
The Documentary Heart: Capturing The Unseen
Conversely, the “unscripted” approach is entirely hands off. It requires a photographer who is an expert observer, someone who can anticipate a moment before it happens. This is the heartbeat of your wedding day. It’s the laughter shared over champagne, the deep exhale your partner takes as you walk down the aisle, and the energy of your guests under the reception lights. I don’t interfere with these moments, I simply document them. These images aren’y about perfection, they are about preservation.
I often hear my couples tell me that as they comb through their final wedding album, there are moments I documented that they weren’t present for and it makes for deeply impactful imagery.
The Lia Rose Weddings Balance: A Curated Narrative
Why choose between a posed gallery and a candid one when you can have a cohesive narrative that honors both?
By limiting my calendar bookings per year, I am able to give each couple I work with the mental space required the navigate these two styles. I don’t want to just take photos, I want to tell a story. During the portraits, I’ll make sure you’re comfortable and confident through posing and guidance, and during the ceremony I’ll fade into the background to capture the authentic legacy of your families.
The Result: A Timeless Legacy
Your wedding photos should be a mirror of your personality; sometimes grand and celebrated and other times quiet and intimate. When you look back at your album in twenty years, I want you to see the avant-garde version of your photos, but I also want you to feel the emotions of the people you love.
Looking for a creative partner for your 2026 or 2027 wedding? I am currently accepting a number of commissions for Newport, Boston, across New England, and worldwide.
