What is the process for a documentary-style wedding photo shoot?

Documentary-style photography involves observing and capturing moments as they happen, without staging them. I remain unobtrusive throughout the day—from the preparations through the evening—so that you can fully enjoy your wedding.

In which regions do you provide wedding services?

I am based in Langres, in the Haute-Marne department, at the crossroads of Burgundy, Champagne, and Lorraine. I regularly work in Dijon, Troyes, Nancy, Besançon, and Chaumont, as well as throughout France.

Are you staying for the evening?

It's my pleasure! I'm really drawn to evening events—from speeches to the dance floor—and I've honed my skills for these photographically challenging moments!

How many photos will we have of our wedding?

It all depends on how long I'm there and how many guests there are. For a full day, I deliver about 700 photos.

Do you also offer albums?

Of course! I offer hand-bound photo albums ranging from 40 pages (€400) to 80 pages (€690).

When should we contact you?

As soon as possible! Some dates are booked nearly two years in advance.

How much should you budget for a wedding photographer?

The investment starts at €1,500 (including tax) for 2026 and 2027.

Do you travel all over France?

Yes. Based in Langres, I'm 1 hour from Dijon and Troyes, and 1 hour and 30 minutes from Nancy and Besançon. I work throughout France and the European Union.

Nogent | Oliver Saillard

Cindy and Jeremy

On July 10, 2021, just a few days before Bastille Day, Cindy and Jérémy were married in Nogent, near Chaumont in Haute-Marne, the bride’s hometown.

The preparations took place at the Moulin de la Fleuristerie in Orges, a very pleasant and charming venue where I’ve had the chance to photograph several weddings, such as Célia and Romain’s in 2019. Since Jérémy is a police officer, he wanted to get married in his uniform, making his outfit unique to photograph—a wedding look that stands out a bit from the ordinary and the mundane.

You can see my most recent wedding at the Moulin de la Fleuristerie here.

The ceremony took place at the beautiful Nogent town hall, which features a very photogenic mayor’s office that pays homage to the town’s cutlery-making tradition. The reception continued in the same spirit, as—in addition to the traditional champagne—the newlyweds were greeted by a guard of honor formed by gendarmes in front of the lovely fountain in Nogent’s town hall square.

The bride and groom, followed by their guests, then walked to the town’s beautiful church, where Jérémy declared his love for Cindy in a beautiful and heartfelt speech. As they left the church, they were also flanked by a line of police officers and judokas to pay tribute to Cindy’s passion.

From the heights of Nogent, there’s a lovely view of the valley—the perfect setting for a quick couple’s photo—before heading back to the estate in an American convertible (sorry, I forgot the model—if any experts happen to recognize it).
The reception took place at the mill, complete with a surprise from the best man, who showed up in the (not exactly season-appropriate) outfit he’d worn to the bachelor party—namely, ski gear. The moment was also marked by the bride’s sister, who wrote her speech on paper towels after forgetting the original in Nogent.

To wrap up the day, the evening kicked off with the newlyweds’ beautiful first dance—and, it’s worth noting, Jérémy was wearing a new suit. He said the suit felt just like pajamas, which gives you an idea of how comfortable it was. The first dance was well-rehearsed, but the bride’s dress turned out to be a little too long during the last-minute rehearsal, forcing her mother and aunt to sew a hem while Cindy stood on a table in her bedroom. All in all, the evening was intense and full of emotion, especially when Jérémy sang a duet with his father.

Once again, I’d like to thank the bride and groom for their trust—it was a pleasure to capture your wedding and all the beautiful moments you shared together!