Poetic Realism
in Wedding
Photography

But what is poetic realism in photography?

Poetic realism in photography is a style that emerged in the 1930s and 1940s in France, and is characterized by its romantic and poetic approach to representing reality. It is often associated with the humanist and politically engaged photography of the time, which aimed to capture the everyday lives and struggles of ordinary people.

The poetic realist photographers sought to create images that were more than just a straightforward representation of reality, but rather evoked a sense of emotion and atmosphere through the use of light, composition, and subject matter.

They often used natural light and soft focus to create a dreamlike or melancholic mood, and focused on capturing the fleeting moments of everyday life, such as a quiet street scene or a group of people gathered in conversation.

While the style has evolved over the years, its legacy can still be seen in contemporary photography that seeks to capture the poetry and beauty of everyday life.

Those photos perfectly depict my idea of poetic realism in wedding photography, but in order to have a complete vision of what I look for on a wedding day, watching some complete weddings is definitely important.

Here, you can find some of my most representative works, divided into three categories: weddings in Venice, my home; around Italy, my country, and around the world as well.