David’s earlier post about “how come you don’t call yourself a photojournalist”  is great!  I am similar in I don’t consider myself a pure photojournalist photographer,  but I find it amusing that some photographers I have met over time DO call them photojournalists yet they do more posing then me.   So getting ready, ceremony and reception – I have a Photojournalist attitude.. shooting as it happens

However I love playing with light..   capturing moments and having a good time at weddings.  Is that so wrong?

The following images were all taken at the Grand Colonial in Hampton NJ.

Josh

www.joshlynn.com

Rings. Wedding bands. They symbolize belonging, unity, trust, love with no end. They are probably one of the strongest tokens associated with the very idea of marriage, a sign of the unbreakable vows. Most of the time they are also an important detail for the photographer. Creating a ’special’ image of the rings for each couple is a challenging task. Inspiration can come from almost anything. Personally, I always try to talk to the bride or groom and ask what is their “thing”. That’s how I end up shooting the rings on baseballs:

…watermelons:

…hershey candy bars:

…and chestnuts:

Sometimes I get inspired by what is around me or what is going on around me at the time of shooting:

…and sometimes I look for the weirdest possible graphical element or illustration:

Whatever happens during the ring photography, dear grooms and best mens – please make sure you have them with you before you leave for the ceremony