I am having my ceremony and reception at the same place. It starts at 5 pm in march, so it will be dark. I don't know if we should have photos done before at say 3 pm, because I hate to ruin the moment of me walking down the aisle towards my fiancee. But there isn't really anywhere inside the hall to take them once the ceremony is over. Anyone ever take them before and did you regret it? any suggestions would be great.
2007-02-14 16:31:40 · 18 answers · asked by pchiz 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
The first Church we looked at had a 5 PM slot open for the wedding, with the understanding that we would have access to everything starting around 3 PM for pictures.
Ignoring the non-issue that you "are un-married" when the pictures take place, I would say generally it is best to take pictures ahead of time. Otherwise your guests have to wait around while you have the pictures taken, which can take a while, plus some photographers will only stay for XX hrs after the ceremony, and you don't want to cut into that time.
I say talk to your photographer, and try to get them finished early, that way you can just enjoy the ceremony and reception.
2007-02-15 06:08:09 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally I would prefer it if my FH didn't see me until I was walking down the aisle, but we are both a little more traditional when it comes to such matters. I think that it is a moment that I've always dreamt about, and I am a little cautious (although I'm not actually superstitious, although my FH is) about the "not seeing the bride in the dress before the ceremony" thing. I think mainly, I just want to see his face while I am walking down the aisle towards him, see his happy and emotional response to seeing me in that white dress, about to become his wife. To me, this moment is worth having a somewhat awkward transition between the ceremony and reception. However, each couple is different, and has different priorities. It is all about what works for your. Are you willing to sacrifice that moment, so that there is an easier flow to the day? I really like your idea by the way, of taking all the pictures with your parents and attendants separately before the wedding. This will cut down on the time between the ceremony and reception, and might make the transition easier already. I think that it is something I will definitely keep in mind.
2016-03-29 07:05:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
We took our pictures before the ceremony and I don't regret it one bit! I can't imagine waiting until 5 pm to see you man on your wedding day, regardless of what time you are saying your vows.
We met at the church so the first time we saw each other was me walking down the aisle -- just no guests. It was very special. Then the wedding party left the church and we took pictures in a park that I love.
I also did not want to miss out on too much of our reception, so that's another reason I'm glad we took most of out pictures before the ceremony.
One final thought: most wedding "traditions" are from days when brides were stolen and married off against their wishes. Or they are based on things that are somewhat pagan. Do whatever you want, but don't do something just because it is a "tradition"
2007-02-14 16:49:37 · answer #3 · answered by Katherine 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I've been photographing weddings for several years and the majority of the couples wait till after the ceremony to see each other.
That being said, my wife and I had all of our photos done prior to the ceremony so that we could do some outdoors together with available light. We were able to go straight to the reception and visit with our guests.
I personally prefer outdoor photos and wish more of my brides would agree to see the groom beforehand.(don't tell them I said it)
However,there is something to be said for seeing each other for the first time coming down the aisle.
Sorry for contradicting myself....I'm considering re-newing my vows now and am going to make her wait this time...ha!
Congratulations and good luck.
2007-02-14 17:16:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am doing mine before for pretty much the same reasons, Gettin married in march at 6-except what date is your wedding, Daylight savings time is on the 11th so if its later march you may still have light after! Mine is the 24th so we will still have some time to take a couple before its to bad, a nice sunset type scene, gonna be so pretty! If you really want to have lots of outside pics, to be safe you prolly will need to have them before, the way I have looked at it, the drama of me walkin down the aisle and us knowing that in like 2 seconds its official is gonna be more than enough to make me wanna pass out! I think if we do see each other before we may both be able to relax some and enjoy the ceremony. not to mention guests HATE to wait on pics, and all the $$ you spend on food and cake and all goes to waste cuz they get sick of it and leave and you never know they were their. Talk to your fiance and see what he thinks, and talk with your photographer about exact times, with mine being at 6 we are supposed to be their and ready at 3, so if you end up doin all yours before, you may wanna look at 2! hope this helps and good luck!
2007-02-15 01:54:54 · answer #5 · answered by ASH 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would do them before. Although, a good photographer should be able to work in any situation, if the hall isn't photogenic, then there ain't much to work with!
He/she can still get a picture of the groom's face seeing you for the first time!
I am a photographer, so I will always weigh in on the side of photo-op!
Good luck!
2007-02-15 02:32:58 · answer #6 · answered by Ara57 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
From my experience, some photos are taken before and some after. The photographer will snap photos as you walk down the aisle but you dont stop and pose.
2007-02-15 02:57:46 · answer #7 · answered by KathyS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You your groom and photographer could talk about that.
My vote would be before and after, especially if it'll be dark around the ceremony. That way you can have some daylight pics and some sunset pics and some nighttime shots.
2007-02-14 23:54:47 · answer #8 · answered by Terri 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take all the of the pics without him and you before the wedding. Then take the shots with the two of you after with the hopefully starry night, or dusk backdrop it will look nice. It's not done that often so I am sure you won't see any of your friends with the same pics that you have even if they use the same photographer!!!!
2007-02-14 16:43:48 · answer #9 · answered by Leah 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Now a days cameras are having auto flash and in dark (when the lights are on) the photos can be taken without any trouble.
Wishing you both a very happy married life.
2007-02-14 16:43:22 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋