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Bride & Groom First Look-Sneak Peek

Posted: January 6th, 2010 | 12 Comments »

During my first meeting with Lauren & Ryan they were both opposed to seeing each other before the Ceremony. After a few more meetings and some careful planning with their wonderful wedding planner Jessica Kersey, they were now both convinced that a “first look” would be best for their wedding, and I am so glad that they did. This was one of the most beautiful moments of their wedding. Lauren was glowing with excitement to see Ryan and her expression certainly said so. Ryan just about came to tears. I’m not going to say that every couple should do a “first look” for their wedding, but I really like the idea. It gives the bride and groom a chance to soak up the moment. The entire wedding day speeds by so fast. The first look is a quiet moment to embrace each other before the excitement of the rest of the day. Geoff Duncan was helping me shoot Lauren & Ryan’s wedding, we both had our long lenses on and stayed out of the way. We wanted to make sure we photographed the reactions just as the happened. The rest of the wedding was just as wonderful! Stay tuned and enjoy!

Red Classic Chevy Wedding\

Red Classic Chevy Wedding

Groom waiting for Bride

Groom waiting for Bride

Bride & Groom First Look

Bride & Groom First Look

First Look Photography

First Look Photography

Happy Bride Little Rock

Happy Bride Little Rock

Groom with tears

Groom with tears

Arkansas Wedding Photography

Arkansas Wedding Photography

Modern Wedding Photography

Modern Wedding Photography

Little Rock Wedding Photography

Little Rock Wedding Photography

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12 Comments on “Bride & Groom First Look-Sneak Peek”

  1. 1 Tweets that mention Bride & Groom First Look-Sneak Peek | Eli Murray Photography - Little Rock Wedding Photography - Blog -- Topsy.com said at 1:02 PM on January 6th, 2010:

    [...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Eli Murray, Eli Murray. Eli Murray said: New blog post:: Bride & Groom First Look-Sneak Peek http://elimurray.com/blog/bride-groom-first-look-sneak-peek/ [...]

  2. 2 Jessica said at 2:09 PM on January 6th, 2010:

    These almost just brought me to tears! Amazing job Eli!!

  3. 3 Crystal Newton said at 2:21 PM on January 6th, 2010:

    Fabulous shots! Love the car, and the emotion you captured is wonderful. Another job well done. Congrats to the bride and groom.

  4. 4 Geoff Duncan said at 3:25 PM on January 6th, 2010:

    Wow! It’s great to see your perspective finally! The anticipation was killing me. You knocked these out of the park.

  5. 5 Kimberly Cheshier said at 7:40 PM on January 6th, 2010:

    Eli, these are absolutely breathtaking. You so perfectly captured the moment and brought me to tears.

  6. 6 Trish Matthews said at 10:27 AM on January 7th, 2010:

    I have been to Numerous Weddings in 28 years since my own and I have to say think is the Most EXTORINARY one EVER. The Photography is OUTSTANDINF

  7. 7 Anita Ott said at 5:00 PM on January 7th, 2010:

    Wow is right, as a kinda sorda photographer myself I am blown away at your pictures. They are just breath taking. I know Lauren and Ryan will be so excited to see these as well as the many others you took that night. I just love it when a picture takes you there and you have for sure done this. Can’t wait to see more. It was a beautiful wedding.

  8. 8 rachel bates said at 8:25 PM on January 7th, 2010:

    well I bawled like a baby with every picture!! my favorite is the close up of lauren hugging ryan of course!!
    Great job Eli, Im very proud of you, and these look simply amazing.. You should be very proud!..

  9. 9 Name (required)Misty Bona said at 3:34 PM on January 8th, 2010:

    I was not at the wedding, but I feel like I was. These are unbelievable and so personal! I love your work! Perfect!

  10. 10 Lauren & Ryan Vintage Wedding- Arkansas Wedding Photographer | Eli Murray Photography - Little Rock Wedding Photography - Blog said at 9:04 PM on January 27th, 2010:

    [...] a little teaser from the “First Look” You can see the rest of it here. Classic Car Bride & Groom Arkansas Wedding Photography Groom throwing football Groomsmen Sunset [...]

  11. 11 Jes said at 3:13 PM on September 21st, 2010:

    I love, love, love the sneak peak idea. Seeing your photos confirmed that I want to have that intimate moment. Thank you!

  12. 12 Eli said at 3:32 PM on September 21st, 2010:

    Hey Jes! Thanks so much for the comment! Glad that some of my photos have inspired you with you’re own wedding!!


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