JOURNAL

A collection of real wedding stories, reflections on documentary wedding photography
and articles about observing weddings as they naturally unfold.



Journal | Gershon Abramashvili

Do You Need a Wedding Photography Shot List?

A long list of expected photographs can distract from the moments actually happening. Discover what your photographer...
Journal | Gershon Abramashvili

Why a Wedding Album Still Matters

Digital galleries make wedding photographs easy to access, but an album gives the story a physical presence....
Journal | Gershon Abramashvili

Why Wedding Photographs Become More Valuable Over Time

The value of wedding photographs is not fixed on the day they are delivered. As people, relationships, and...
Journal | Gershon Abramashvili

Wedding Morning Preparation: How to Keep It Natural

A calm wedding morning does not require perfect styling or a detailed photography schedule. Enough time, the right...
Journal | Gershon Abramashvili

Why Every Wedding Story Is Different

A wedding is shaped by its people, relationships, atmosphere, and unexpected moments. Documentary photography...
Journal | Gershon Abramashvili

How to Choose a Wedding Photographer

Choosing a wedding photographer involves more than liking a few beautiful images. The right photographer should offer...
Journal | Gershon Abramashvili

Do You Need a Second Photographer for Your Wedding?

A second photographer can provide a broader view of your wedding—but not every celebration requires one. Here is how...
Journal | Gershon Abramashvili

How to Feel Comfortable in Front of the Camera

You do not need to perform, pose, or behave differently because a camera is present. Feeling comfortable begins with...
Journal | Gershon Abramashvili

Why the Small Moments Matter More Than the Big Ones

The moments that matter most are often the ones no one planned—a glance, a touch, or a reaction that lasts only...
Journal | Gershon Abramashvili

What Is Documentary Wedding Photography?

Documentary wedding photography is about observing rather than directing. Discover how genuine moments, honest...
Journal | Gershon Abramashvili

Why You Don't Need to Know How to Pose on Your Wedding Day

Many couples worry they don’t know how to pose. The truth is that the best wedding photographs aren’t created through...
Journal | Gershon Abramashvili

What Makes a Great Wedding Photograph?

The most meaningful wedding photographs aren’t created by perfect poses or ideal light. They come from genuine...