Many couples are a bride and a groom, but some couples are not. Some weddings have two brides, or two grooms, or one or both of them could be in transition, non-binary, or gender-neutral. Dialogue, education, and reflection are the key ingredients to any photography relationship, and this sentiment is especially true for clients who are members of the LGBTQ community. What I believe is that love tells stories without boundaries or the need for specific physical attributes: it simply needs two hearts, connected and growing together.
We know that all manner and configurations of humans and their hearts fall in love and want to proudly declare their commitment to each other, and I am here for that. However, love has manifested itself and brought forth the planning of a wedding and that is a story I am excited about telling.
Truth be told, it’s not enough to say “love is love” when it comes to capturing the romantic dynamic of an LGBTQ couple. As an artist, I do not rely on formulaic expectations of gender roles, so that’s not what I photograph. I don’t get stuck in heteronormative poses that don’t feel genuine. Gender equality translates to all the facets of interpersonal relationships. I strive to be a truly connected, engaged and creative photographer who doesn’t need to rely on stereotypes to create moving wedding portraiture, but instead just tells the story of the energy, relationship, and dynamics of the two people in front of the camera.
That’s truly the bottom line. As we enter a new era where authenticity is valued and, to some degree, demanded by those around us, I truly appreciate being able to work with all couples. I look forward to creating creative and inspired images that are representative of their love.
I would welcome the chance to talk to you about your wedding. Let's get in touch!
Location: 700 NJ-71, Spring Lake, NJ 07762.
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I'm Iryna Shostak and I'm a wedding photographer serving Philadelphia, New York and New Jersey. I create timeless and elegant wedding imagery. I specialize in custom printed art and heirloom albums.
If you prefer contact-rich and colorful to 'washed-out' pastel or monochromatic image then my dramatic photography style and true to color retouching will please you. You want your grandkids look at your ageless wedding album, not a funny photo filter that was popular at one time.
With your wedding portraits, you will stop people scrolling and make other people add your wedding images to their Pinterest board.
My photographs become your family legacy and the gift that keeps on giving.
I worked as a wedding photographer at top venues and museums in Philadelphia and New Jersey, vineyards in Pennsylvania, beach vacation rentals along Jersey Shore and golf country clubs in South Jersey.
I photographed multicultural wedding ceremonies:
I can create wedding portraits at any locations and light conditions, with natural light or off-camera flash.
My talent is to see beauty in everyday things, my knowledge of photography and art, my technical skills and apprehension of light, my mastery in pleasing the most demanding couples help me to be the perfect photographer for your wedding. You'll be glad you hired me for your wedding? And so will your family and friends! It's a guarantee!
I value and support love in all its forms, so LGBTTTQQIAA couples are always welcomed!
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