Why A First Look Might Be Right For You On Your Wedding Day | Denver Wedding Photographer | Colorado Wedding | Micro Wedding
If you are planning a wedding in Denver Colorado and you are wondering whether a first look is right for you, this story is for you. As a Denver wedding photographer who works with destination wedding couples, elopement brides, and micro weddings across Colorado and the world, I have seen firsthand how beautiful and sweet this moment can be. A first look can be a perfect way to start the day together.
This Denver wedding was the perfect example.
The couple chose an intimate, elevated wedding with their closest friends and family. They care deeply about quality, thoughtful details, and being fully present. They did not want their wedding day to feel rushed or overly staged. They wanted it to feel natural, joyful, and true to who they are.
They chose to do a first look.
And they both cried.
With No crowd. No pressure. Just the two of them. When he turned around and saw her, he broke down in tears. She did too. It was one of those moments that so raw and so real. As a Colorado wedding photographer focused on documentary style photography, this is exactly why I do what I do. These moments of genuine emotion that are never fully explainable because each couples connection is different. This brings so much joy and causes my candid imagery to tell the story honestly.
Three reason why a first look maybe right for you
You get to spend more time together on the wedding day. The day is supposed to be about celebrating your love but not doing a first look causes you to miss hours of time together with your person.
You will be less stressed with the timeline. Doing the first look before the ceremony makes it possible to get bridal party photos, family photos and bride and groom photos done so you can spend more time with your loved ones at the reception. This also helps that your guests aren’t waiting 2-3 hours if you take photos after the ceremony.
Your photos will reflect being less stressed and opens the door for you to be fully present which results in all those beautiful candid photos you see on Pinterest and Instagram. You want your story to shine through, cemented in photos that take you directly back to those treasured moments.
If you are an adventurous couple dreaming of a destination wedding in Colorado, whether in Denver, the mountains, or a private estate, and you want photography that is candid, warm, authentic, and art focused, I would love to connect. My approach is designed for couples who want a seamless experience from start to finish. From timeline planning to final gallery delivery, everything is crafted to feel elevated and personal.
Your wedding day deserves more than stiff poses and a rushed schedule. It deserves emotion. It deserves intention. It deserves images that feel like you.
If you are searching for a Denver Colorado wedding photographer for your luxury wedding, destination celebration, elopement, or micro wedding, and you are considering a first look, let’s talk about how we can design a wedding day that feels effortless, joyful, and unforgettable.