By Human life unfolds through universal transitions that transcend culture, geography, and time—moments when we shed one identity and embrace another. Birth welcomes new souls into our world. Marriage unites two lives into shared purpose. Death marks our final passage, completing the circle. These three rites of passage represent photography’s most profound documentary opportunities, yet they demand far more than technical proficiency with your camera.
Photographing these sacred transitions requires you to balance artistic vision with deep cultural sensitivity. A birth photographer must anticipate fleeting expressions of wonder…
