Reportage is a casual style of directed photography which has been developed in recent years to become a common method of creating less formal wedding photographs of the Bride and Groom in particular. It can be applied in addition to other subjects but does depend on the subjects' co-operation to achieve the best results. Martin & Elaine normally use a minimum of reportage staged photographs as they progress through the days events without emphasising their application, or taking too many as they can become false if used in excess'.

They take most of their reportage photographs without direction, this saves time, looks more natural and genuine. This approach particularly helps subjects who do not feel relaxed and happy in front of the camera lens. The main object is to provide relaxed happy memorable photographs with the minimum of fuss and bother. They do not want to take you away from your family and friends for a long photo-session unless that is what you want.