First Look

First Look is when the bride and groom opt to see each other before the wedding ceremony and all the pictures are taken before the ceremony.

There are so many advantages to choosing this option!

• It allows the couple to have an intimate  time alone together without all their guests and family watching, they are free to be themselves and express themselves to each other .
• less stress on everyone involved on the wedding day. Stress and nerves melt away as the couple get to spend time together, having fun taking fabulous pictures and goofing off with the wedding party.
• The groom normally has a more natural and genuine reaction when seeing his bride for the first time when 100 guests are not watching him and we get to capture it for you. But no fear- guests will never know you have seen each other before because the ceremony brings its own emotional reactions.
• Big one-having more time to take pictures is a huge reason to choose this option. All the pictures get taken before the ceremony. It allows for a rush free and relaxed atmosphere where creativity can flow and there is time to have more pictures with the bride and groom. After the ceremony there is not time for many pictures of the bride and groom together because everyone is being rushed to the reception because guests are waiting.

Below are some examples of recent First Looks and a few quotes from some of my amazing brides!

 ”I really enjoyed the first look because after having a long day of getting ready for the wedding, I just wanted to have some alone time with my fiance before the big event to help calm our nerves. It was awesome having an hour all dressed up to be with each other where we could soak in what was about to happen! I highly recommend it! It was very special.” Layce & Ryan

“I loved the first look. We loved that there was more time for pictures and that we got to goof off and have fun before the wedding started. It helps your nerves a little bit.”  Karen & Asa

“We actually ended up deciding to do a first look based on the limited time we had at the chapel. It was great being able to have our “first look” and then getting family pictures done before the ceremony. It made things go really smooth and Craig and I looked fresh for the pictures (the ceremony was a bit emotional for us lol). We agreed that having a “first look” helped calm our nerves during the ceremony! Your wedding day is just full of activities and you find yourself being pulled one way and the other. The “first look” is just a great moment to have with each other to relax and be calm. I especially love our first look because I got to sneak up on him and I loved seeing his reaction when he saw me for the first time in my dress! I would not have changed a thing!”   Janssen & Craig

How it works:

Once the bride and groom are fully ready. We set the groom up either at the alter or in another special secluded place that will guarantee good lighting and pictures. The bride is sent his way and as he turns to see his beautiful bride in all her glory we are at a distance capturing it all from both her angle and his in order to capture both faces full of excitement and emotion! The bride and groom have as much time as they desire exchanging thoughts, laughs, kisses and possibly gifts… once they are ready to begin formal pictures we start with the two of them. Afterwards the bridal party joins in for some fun and then lastly formal family pictures are taken with plenty of time for the bride and groom to freshen up and get in place before guests arrive. After the ceremony guests will be pleased to not have to wait long for the festivities to begin at the reception!

I highly recommend doing a First Look to every bride! It is the best way to ensure that you will have fabulous pictures and a stress free day!! Please let me know if you have any questions about what all the First Look entails… of course it is something that is customized to each and every bride.