To be honest, I am not really an expert if it comes to shoes what is probably because I am a man. I am owning more cell phones than shoes and need to buy the latest model as soon as it has been announced. On the other side, I am fascinated by the wide variety of  today’s elegant bridal shoes and every wedding is a new challenge for me to put those wedding shows in the right place to get some attracting pictures. Below you’ll find some nice examples of the second most important accessories for a wedding – besides the wedding rings

Yesterday the Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association AG|WPJA anounced the results of the latest wedding photographer contest on their website and I am more than happy, that two of my entries went in the top 20 winning pictures. Place 8 in the category “Weather” is one of my favourits from a beautiful but rainy wedding last year and thanks to the rainmaker during that day “Without your help, this picture would not have happened”.

From november 2012 until may 2013 I’ll be available for assignments in south east asia. As I am based either in Thailand or Cambodia during this time, my travel costs would be more than reasonable. For any further questions please do not hesitate to conatct me. email: info@weddingphoto-riess.com For further information in english please visit my website; www.weddingphoto-riess.com/index_en.html

Modern and vibrant wedding photography, fresh, spontaneous, intimate, and a little bit different – sensuous portraits and snapshots of happiness! As the day unfolds, I’ll be there to document it with the utmost sensitivity! Absolutely unique!

A short interview about my work as a wedding photographer

What’s so special about wedding photography?
I am passionate about wedding photography and it has become my professional quest to document people’s emotions in extraordinary pictures. Moving incidents are particularly abundant at weddings. Not only does it enable me to photograph the wedding couple with family and friends, it also gives me the opportunity to accompany them through the important day in a spontaneous and intuitive manner. This allows me to combine my personal motivation with a professional quest for high-quality pictures. Wedding photography continues to provide me with positive challenges, as the diversity of locations demands a great deal of professional flexibility. Numerous positive reactions from wedding couples attest to the fact that I am on the right track.

What would you consider to be the most compelling moments at a wedding?
A wedding is always comprised of a string of special moments, which all have slightly different qualities. I enjoy the quiet moments during the wedding ceremony, which are emotionally charged for the wedding couple, their family and their friends, a much as the boisterous high jinks at the wedding reception, later in the evening.

Do you prefer to employ report-style photography or portraits?
Report-style photography is obviously more prominent because I spend the day experiencing the occasion together with the wedding couple, their family and friends. However, this does mean that the portrait photography is entirely neglected. I do not photograph the wedding couple in static positions. My pictures are the products of spontaneous actions and are taken, with a good deal of enthusiasm, at exactly at the right moment. I consider it to be my professional duty to recognise the right moments and to translate them into aesthetically gratifying pictures.

What has influenced your particular style?
I am interested in report and documentary photography. This kind of photography not only demands a high level of technical proficiency but also requires a sense of intuitive behaviour and the capacity to take action at exactly the right moment. These skills are not only necessary in difficult situations, however, they can also be put to good use where people come together to celebrate a joyful event. Moreover, I am always happy to cover the proceedings — passionately and professionally.

Do you offer additional options?
Couples can book the “photo booth” – a mobile photography studio – for their weddings, “trash the dress” shootings – for after the wedding, and exclusive designs for stylish volumes, coffee table books and magazine-style albums. A spontaneous “engagement shooting” can be organised for couples who wish to sample my work before the big day.

Creative wedding photography in Thailand from March 29 until second of May 2012.

Thailand is one of the most beautiful places in the world in which to experience an unforgettable wedding. I am very familiar with all facets of this fascinating country since I have been spending my winters there for several years. I am familiar with the communication conventions and idiosyncrasies specific to this country, I speak a bit of Thai and I am also accustomed to using gestures to express myself. The exotic paradise that is Thailand provides a gorgeous setting for western or Asian wedding ceremonies, romantic moments for couples or for more boisterous celebrations.

It is a pleasure for me as a photographer to be able to capture the most emotional moments of your wedding ceremony, your intimate celebration with loved ones or your jovial wedding fest in high-quality photographs at locations such as this one. Some of the most beautiful places in Thailand to celebrate your dream wedding include: Phuket, Kho Samui, Koh Chang, Chiang Mai and of course the fascinating metropolis of Bangkok. I am also available for an after wedding shooting if you would like to have some exclusive wedding portraits taken the day after the wedding or during your honeymoon.

Contact: info@weddingphoto-riess.com

Back in June this year I received a inquiry for a wedding that was planned to happen in November at the intimate and exclusive Resort Trisara in Thailand’s south island Phuket. I have had immediately checked my travel itinerary and luckily my already booked flight to Bangkok was scheduled for November the 3rd.  Checked Air Asia for a connection flight straight to Phuket and yes, I could possible arrive there in time. So I sent out my offer and after some nice conversations with Seyma regarding some specific details for the wedding a confirmation showed up in my mail account. Cannot describe how excited I was being the wedding photographer on that special day, cause Thailand is still more to me than a second home since many years.

Some month later: Arrived in Bangkok some hours too late but thanks to the highly motivated team at Air Asia I had caught the flight to Phuket and arrived late night at the airport, checked in my bungalow and felt asleep. At the very next day I took a taxi to Trisara resort to meet with Seyma and Max the happy and  pleasant wedding couple from Dubai to discuss everything about the wedding day ahead.

At the final wedding day, the bridal preparations were already in full swing when I arrived at the Resort. While champagne and relaxed music provided a great atmosphere, the girls enjoyed the bridal styling in their luxury pool villa in the jungle. The wedding ceremony has became closer and finally the beautiful and charming bride was led by her proud father to the altar near the beachfront where the groom with his wedding guests already waited for the arrival of the bride. Congratulations from the wedding guest followed after a touching ceremony under palm trees and we set off to take some official wedding photos and group shoots around the resort. Before Seyma and Max later opened the dance floor to start an unforgettable wedding party, a fire show was held on the beach.

Wanna get married at TRISARA Private Pool Villas in Phuket Thailand? please check their website for further information.