Bridal Portraits

By Amanda Baity To first look or not to first look, THAT is the question. “First look” is a term that has developed in the modern age of wedding photography to  their ceremony. Whether or not to have a first look is a decision that many couples struggle with. In the past, the groom waited to see his bride on the wedding day until she walked down the aisle. This tradition originated with arranged marriages. When a couple was chosen for one another they were not allowed to see each other until the ceremony so that they wouldn’t have the chance to back out once they saw what each other looked like. Eek! Not the most romantic origin! Even though couples marry for love today, some still like to uphold this tradition. But more and more couples are deciding to …

Tina and Eric's wedding was a perfect fall day filled with so much love and happiness. Eric decided to join Tina's post-wedding bridal portrait session and, to top it all off, they even got to bring their adorable pup, Murphy, along! The session was photographed at the stunning Historic Carnton Plantation in Franklin, Tennessee, which was the perfect backdrop for the photos.

Miranda looked like a beautiful, bold, red-head with a soft look in her photos. The shoot took place at "End of the World" in Edmonton, and the sun was slowly setting, leaving the bride with beautiful, warm light, which is super unusual for the winter months. Her champagne-colored skirt was glowing and flowing in the wind, while her bold make-up completed the vintage chic look.

Gina's bridal photos were shot prior to her wedding at Moody Mansion in Galveston, Tx. The wedding took place in Townsend, Georgia a quaint little town in eastern Georgia near the coast. Brides & Weddings recently asked Gina details about their wedding day. Enjoy her beautiful bridal session while you read her excellent advice about wedding planning!

Here is another amazing bridal portrait session for our blog feature this week. The colors in this session are absolutely amazing. This bouquet is so beautiful. Enjoy these photos by Kelly Czupkiewicz.

This gorgeous bridal shoot in Snow Canyon National Park. Some brides choose not to forgo the southern tradition and have portraits made before the wedding day. Here are five reasons to consider having bridal portraits made as part of your wedding experience.