Why I love dark and moody looks.

September 27, 2023

Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to photography styles. As you may noticed, I’m drawn to dark and moody style of photography, because I think with this style you can really portray the emotions and create a certain mood.

Mood and Atmosphere

I think dark and moody photos can create an atmosphere that feels warm, cozy, and even romantic.

By showing details with textures and fabrics, the photos can create a sense of warmth. Like when you look at the fuzzy blanket or a close up photo of a person holding a cute cup of hot chocolate, that feels comforting, don’t you think so?

Also, Lighting is very important in creating a dark and moody look. By playing with shadows and highlights, it creates depth and dimension in the photos. And I do like using warm tones and natural lighting that helps me enhance the cozy feeling in the photo. This style of photography make me feel like I’m a part of a special and personal moment. I’m there in that moment, I feel included.

Realistic Moments

What I also find is that dark and moody lifestyle photography captures authentic and realistic moments in time, without being overly posed or staged. This type of photography can showcase the beauty of imperfections and being natural. And I’m all about drawing out real emotion and honest connections, and I love to work some movements into the moment.

With this style of photography, I think I can tell a story that feels real and genuine to the family. A story that is perfectly imperfect. Your Story!

Dark and Moody photography| Burnaby Portrait Photographer

Elegance and Nostalgia

Dark and moody photos can also have a timeless and elegant quality to them, that feels classic. Like those gorgeous Art Work by classic artists in world famous art galleries.

Also this type of photography can really showcase the beauty of black and white tones, which of course I love. Because black and white photos create this romantic feel of nostalgia and take you back in time and place.

So whatever it is: the mood, atmosphere, warmth, or timelessness, dark and moody photography can be a beautiful and captivating style that speaks to the heart.