According to NewlyWed Report 2018, 42% of couples do a first look. A first look is a moment during the wedding day where the bride and the groom see each other before the ceremony. For a wedding photographer, it is the perfect moment to position the couple at the right angles for the best photos. Here are 3 reasons why you should do a first look.

You will get more photos

If planned accordingly, having a first look gives you more time to take photos. Usually, bridal and family portraits are taken right after the first look, this is the perfect opportunity to have every photo taken in one go. Waiting until after the ceremony for photos means your guests will have to wait too. Here are some tips on creating your wedding photography timeline.

Time to calm the nerves

Having a first look is a great decision for couples who want to spend some quiet time together. If you’re nervous, seeing your partner before the ceremony is a great way to ease that feeling.

You get TWO special moments

First, you will get to see your partner for the first time at the first look. The moment is so beautiful as he has his back to you but once you tap him on the shoulder and he turns around, you both will experience a sheer of excitement and happiness. Secondly, you will get to experience the walking down the aisle moment and be able to share this moment with your guests.

All about win-win here (;

Do you need some help creating your wedding photography timeline?
(Wait, what?! DO I ALSO NEED PHOTOGRAPHY TIMELINE?!)

Uhmm… Yes, you do! (;

In this guide, you will learn the differences between a first look and a traditional reveal timeline, get 3 tips on choosing the first look or traditional, learn how much time you should allocate for family portraits, and much more.

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