Capturing Love | Bridal Photography Sessions In Studio With Family
In recent years, we are seeing a trend of bridal photography: incorporating family portraits into bridal and engagement photography sessions.
As families often find themselves spread across continents, many couples are opting for intimate micro weddings to celebrate with their closest family and friends. It is also not uncommon for couples to hold multiple celebrations to accommodate family members living in different parts of the world.
This shift towards more inclusive celebrations captures not only the love between the couple but also the joy and unity of their families.
Here’s what we discovered so far.
Reconnecting After Covid
Some parents and family members couldn’t attend their child’s wedding abroad due to travel restrictions and health concerns at that time. Those missed moments have left a longing for togetherness and celebration.
As the world slowly returns to normalcy, families are eager to make up for lost time and missed milestones.
A bridal photography session with a family portrait offers the perfect opportunity to celebrate the union and reconnect with loved ones.
“Due to covid my husband was not able to attend my girl’s wedding in Canada last year. There’s always a regret in the heart. I wish to take a family photo with the newly wedded couple in their gown and suit, together with our second daughter and her fiancé” – Michelle
These photos are more than just images; they are cherished memories that families can look back on for years to come. Whether displayed in the home or kept in a family album, these portraits serve as a reminder of the special day and the joy of celebrating it with loved ones.
Celebrating the Union with Both Families
One of our client decided to do a pre-wedding bridal photography session incorporating both sides of the family to celebrate the union with both the bride’s and groom’s families.
“….Wedding shoot with both sides’ families involved to show the union of the families….” – Rebecca
For some, a bridal photography session that includes their families provides an opportunity to capture the first family portrait with their new extended family. This is especially significant for newlyweds as it symbolizes the blending of their respective families into one. The first family portrait is a momentous occasion that marks the beginning of a new family unit and serves as a precious memento of the day when two families became one.
It’s a beautiful way to acknowledge the support, love, and unity that each family brings to the marriage and to celebrate the start of a new chapter with those who matter most.
