Erik

Wardekker

This photo was taken just seconds after the ceremony. They are offered a glass of champagne and take a brief step away from the excitement to enjoy this intimate celebration together, a moment of pure release. They didn't notice I was capturing this intense moment. The photo, in black and white, feels even stronger than in color. The colors would have distracted from the raw emotion of the moment.

The bride stands in front of an open window, taking a serene moment to herself after finishing her preparations for the special day ahead. It's as if she is on a rollercoaster, perched at the top, ready for the exhilarating ride to begin. This quiet pause marks the calm before the excitement of the day unfolds.

Not all wedding photos have to be cozy, sweet, and cute. Instead of always doing the same thing, I asked this couple to trust me and have their photos taken in an industrial setting. The setting was an old factory site, now home to some shops, restaurants and startups. I would say a very inspiring environment. During the shoot, I noticed red stripes on the surface, and even better, there was a fairly tall building next to it. I could easily climb to a higher point, guide the couple to the desired location and position... and all that was left to do was capture the photo I already had in mind.