Thursday, April 3, 2008

Brides in Doorways: A Mythical Concept

I love shooting brides in doorways. The natural light streams in, creating a beautiful silhouette. This photo is of Kelly, who just tied the knot on March 15th. Congrats Kelly and Dustin!

I love shooting doorways, because it reminds me of our old friend Janus from Roman mythology. Janus was the god of gates and doorways, beginnings and endings. Every bride is in a doorway. Marriage is the beginning of a lifelong bond with her husband, and the ending of the chapter in her life as a single woman. I am always drawn to characters in books and movies who are experiencing transition in their lives. Perhaps that is why I love working with brides. May every bride step through all the doorways of her life with grace and celebration!

2 comments:

Cristina said...

I love shooting on doorways too. It's always so dramatic yet flattering.

Cristina said...

Someone needs to update their blooooog!