The first look is one of the questions I get asked most, so let's talk it through. There's no single right answer here, it really just comes down to the kind of day you want.
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What a first look actually is
It's the first time you see each other on the wedding day. Traditionally that's the walk down the aisle, but plenty of couples now plan a private moment beforehand instead, just the two of them.
The case for it
A dedicated first look gives you a quiet, emotional moment together, away from a crowd of watching guests. It also means real, unguarded reactions on camera, and it frees up time afterward for relaxed couple portraits while you're both still fresh.
What to know
We usually set aside about 30 minutes for a first look, and it flows really nicely into natural-light portraits right after. It's an easy, unhurried block in the middle of an otherwise busy day.
The case against it
A first look does break from tradition, and it means getting ready a bit earlier. If your day already has a good gap between the ceremony and reception for portraits, you might not need one at all. Just don't skip portrait time altogether to save money, because that's exactly the part you'll wish you'd kept.
A lot of this comes down to your timeline, and that's exactly where I can help. We'll map the day out together so you get both the relaxed moments and the photos you're after.
Date
October 3, 2022