Introduction to Wedding Photography: A Six-Session Course

Join photographer and filmmaker Ignacio Leonidas at the Bronx Documentary Center for a six-session introduction to wedding photography, video, and the business behind the work.

Explore how to document a wedding capturing candid moments, portraits, ceremonies, and celebrations. Alongside the creative and technical skills, the course will introduce the practical side of working with clients and establishing your business, including creating an LLC.

Topics Include

• Planning for the wedding day: Communicating with couples, understanding their priorities, and preparing timelines and shot lists.
• Photographing a wedding: Capturing preparations, ceremonies, portraits, details, and receptions to tell a complete story.
• Light, equipment, and composition: Choosing your gear and adapting to changing locations and lighting conditions.
• Working with people: Guiding portraits and group photographs while making room for natural, spontaneous moments.
• Wedding video: Exploring how moving images and sound can complement your photography and tell a wedding story.
• Editing and delivery: Selecting, organizing, and editing your work into a cohesive collection for clients.
• Building your business: Exploring pricing, packages, contracts, marketing, and the basics of creating an LLC.

Course Schedule

Thursdays, 6:30–8:30 PM

• October 29, 2026
• November 5, 12 & 19, 2026
• December 3 & 10, 2026

No class on November 26.

Instructor: Ignacio Leonidas

About the Instructor

Ignacio Leonidas (@ignacioleonidas) is a New York City–based photographer and filmmaker originally from Ushuaia, Argentina. Through Leonidas Photo Studio, he creates wedding photography and films that combine documentary storytelling with film and digital media. He also serves as Lead Teaching Artist for the Bronx Documentary Center’s Youth Photo League, teaching documentary photography and filmmaking.