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We are having pictures done before and after the ceremony. I found this online on a different forum, a photographer''s perspective, which helped me to decide going that route:
"I see so many weddings from start to finish - and it is always sweeter when the bride and groom see each other before the ceremony (If done the right way.)
I choose a private spot and have the groom stand with his back to the direction that the bride will be walking. (I use a long lens so I am far away and the couple has privacy). The bride walks out and calls the groom''s name as she gets close. He turns around - they have their moment - I am able to capture it all. Not only does it make for truly beautiful images, but they get to hang out and talk and enjoy spending time alone. Believe it or not, the walking down the aisle moment is still special to the guys.
If a couple waits to see each at the ceremony, they usually don''t end up with any "alone" time because things get busy and crazy after the ceremony. You can still get good shots by planning a little time to yourselves before the reception. But honestly - the guys just don''t seem to be as sweet then. I think everyone is really ready at that point to get to the reception, hang out with friends and family and have fun."
Also another:
Reasons to see each other (found online)…
It is a special moment when the couple first sees each other. When it is done before the ceremony, they can talk to each other and express how they like the way the other one looks! This is what each one wants to know anyway, but a ceremony itself is not the place for a bride and groom to talk to each other and tell each other what they are thinking. The moment they first see each other also makes a wonderful candid photo!
It adds to the stress to not see each other and it actually reduces stress when the couple DOES see each other first.
When the flowers, hair, make-up and clothes are all new and fresh is the best time to take pictures. This can be especially true for a hot and/or humid day.
The bride and groom can choose any location within a half hour drive of the ceremony to take pictures. There are many beautiful spots that have water, trees, flowers, grass, nice sky, impressive architecture, etc. that would not be practical to visit after a ceremony.
• The air is filled with an electric anticipation of the day’s events to come.
• Afterwards, things happen; People hug, People cry. Mascara runs, lipstick smears, and flowers wilt.
• People''s thoughts turn toward other issues. ''how fast can I get out of these shoes'', ''this is a hosted bar, right?''
• This moment is likely to be the last opportunity until the evening is over for a private romantic embrace.
• This is the very best opportunity, for us as your photographers, to capture the thrill of you seeing each other for the first time.
• Everyone cooperates because everyone is relaxed.
• What about the Grand Entrance?!
• Won''t this idea ''kill the thrill?'' Hardly, but don''t ask us, ask any bride or groom.
• When the music begins, the guests rise, and the bride appears and walks down the aisle to meet her groom, the beautiful vision many brides dream of, remains intact.
• In contrast, the few who have waited with rising anxiety don''t clearly remember the experience.
• Stage fright is rampant, formality is the rule.
• The groom is standing at the altar - how can he be himself?
• He can''t kiss you, can''t tell you how beautiful you are or how lovely you look in that dress.
• Hugs aren''t generally allowed, but with a private moment before the ceremony he can do all that and more.
• Perhaps the first time that the bride and groom see each other can be richer when it''s for their eyes only rather than on a stage.
"I see so many weddings from start to finish - and it is always sweeter when the bride and groom see each other before the ceremony (If done the right way.)
I choose a private spot and have the groom stand with his back to the direction that the bride will be walking. (I use a long lens so I am far away and the couple has privacy). The bride walks out and calls the groom''s name as she gets close. He turns around - they have their moment - I am able to capture it all. Not only does it make for truly beautiful images, but they get to hang out and talk and enjoy spending time alone. Believe it or not, the walking down the aisle moment is still special to the guys.
If a couple waits to see each at the ceremony, they usually don''t end up with any "alone" time because things get busy and crazy after the ceremony. You can still get good shots by planning a little time to yourselves before the reception. But honestly - the guys just don''t seem to be as sweet then. I think everyone is really ready at that point to get to the reception, hang out with friends and family and have fun."
Also another:
Reasons to see each other (found online)…
It is a special moment when the couple first sees each other. When it is done before the ceremony, they can talk to each other and express how they like the way the other one looks! This is what each one wants to know anyway, but a ceremony itself is not the place for a bride and groom to talk to each other and tell each other what they are thinking. The moment they first see each other also makes a wonderful candid photo!
It adds to the stress to not see each other and it actually reduces stress when the couple DOES see each other first.
When the flowers, hair, make-up and clothes are all new and fresh is the best time to take pictures. This can be especially true for a hot and/or humid day.
The bride and groom can choose any location within a half hour drive of the ceremony to take pictures. There are many beautiful spots that have water, trees, flowers, grass, nice sky, impressive architecture, etc. that would not be practical to visit after a ceremony.
• The air is filled with an electric anticipation of the day’s events to come.
• Afterwards, things happen; People hug, People cry. Mascara runs, lipstick smears, and flowers wilt.
• People''s thoughts turn toward other issues. ''how fast can I get out of these shoes'', ''this is a hosted bar, right?''
• This moment is likely to be the last opportunity until the evening is over for a private romantic embrace.
• This is the very best opportunity, for us as your photographers, to capture the thrill of you seeing each other for the first time.
• Everyone cooperates because everyone is relaxed.
• What about the Grand Entrance?!
• Won''t this idea ''kill the thrill?'' Hardly, but don''t ask us, ask any bride or groom.
• When the music begins, the guests rise, and the bride appears and walks down the aisle to meet her groom, the beautiful vision many brides dream of, remains intact.
• In contrast, the few who have waited with rising anxiety don''t clearly remember the experience.
• Stage fright is rampant, formality is the rule.
• The groom is standing at the altar - how can he be himself?
• He can''t kiss you, can''t tell you how beautiful you are or how lovely you look in that dress.
• Hugs aren''t generally allowed, but with a private moment before the ceremony he can do all that and more.
• Perhaps the first time that the bride and groom see each other can be richer when it''s for their eyes only rather than on a stage.
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