The look in the groom’s eyes as he watches the love of his life walk into the room can be magical. It’s as if the world stops for just a second. There is no question that capturing this look is favorite to most photographers. The biggest question is actually when to capture this look.
These days many couples are choosing to do a first look photo. This moment is set up before the wedding apart from friends and family so that it can be truly a special moment captured between only the couple and the photographer. Many times the bride sneaks up on the groom and taps him on the shoulder; a photo is snapped as he turns around to see his princess. (Cue the sappy, romantic movie music when the girl of the guy’s dreams walks through the door.) Is the first look photo right for you" You can weigh the pros and cons and decide if you and your loved one want the first look at each other to be in private or in the company of friends and family.
It Saves Time
Many people choose to do a first look photo to save time. Think about most weddings; you sit around sipping cocktails and stuffing your face with appetizers just waiting for the newlyweds to arrive. It can take an hour (or even longer) for the photographer to snap pictures of everyone involved in the wedding. Meanwhile, guests are waiting to dance the night away?and congratulate you, of course, but mainly, they’re just ready to dance and eat.
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