Timeless. Emotional. Effortlessly Elegant.
Emotional
On your wedding day, every moment is filled with emotion—quiet nerves, heartfelt laughter, tearful vows, and joyful celebration. While your gallery will be bursting with color and light, there’s something incredibly special about including a few black & white portraits in the mix.
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Effortlessly Elegant
Black and white photos have a way of pulling you straight into the moment. Without the distraction of color, you feel the depth of a glance, the tenderness of a touch, and the power of a tear rolling down a cheek. It’s like the emotion is front and center—and that’s what makes black and white imagery so moving.

Why Include Black & White in Your Wedding Gallery?
- It’s Emotion-Driven
Black-and-white photography highlights the connection between people. It allows raw emotion to shine through—whether it’s a quiet moment with your parents before the ceremony, a tight hug from grandma, or the way your groom looked at you walking down the aisle. - It’s Timeless
While editing styles come and go, black and white portraits never go out of style. They’re classic and forever chic. - It Fits Every Room
One of the best parts? You can hang a black-and-white print anywhere in your home, and it just works. Whether your home style is modern, cozy farmhouse, or somewhere in between, black-and-white portraits blend in beautifully. They offer a clean, elegant look that doesn’t clash with your wall colors or décor. - It Adds Variety to Your Gallery
A well-rounded gallery has a little bit of everything: laughter, color, quiet, and timeless. Just a handful of black-and-white photos can add that perfect touch of mood and contrast that brings the whole collection together.

Timeless
When I edit a wedding gallery, I carefully select the images that truly speak in black and white—the ones where the emotion runs deepest or the light plays just right. You’ll still receive the full story in color, but these black-and-white gems are the heartbeats tucked in between.
So when you’re flipping through your gallery, take a moment with those monochrome moments. They might end up being your absolute favorites.
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Mary Wiebe is an award-winning wedding and portrait photographer based in Denver City, Texas, serving Lubbock Texas and beyond. Named Best Wedding Photographer for Gaines County in 2025, Mary is passionate about capturing joyful, heartwarming memories that families will cherish for generations. With a love for storytelling through photography, she creates a fun and relaxed experience for every session.
Beyond the lens, Mary adores spending time with her husband, children, and two precious grandbabies. Whether photographing a glowing bride, a growing family, or a sweet newborn, she finds joy in preserving life’s most beautiful moments.
The Beauty of Black & White Wedding Portraits
May 7, 2025