I know many couples are traditional and don’t want to see each other before the wedding. But the First Look, is such a sweet, romantic moment the couple shares. And, it gives you time for photos without the pressure of getting to the reception which makes it much more relaxed. Here is Kara and John’s First Look in the Fuqua Orchid Center at Atlanta Botanical Garden.

The bridesmaids wore gowns from Kathlin Argiro.

As we left to go to the ceremony, it was literally a torrential down pour! Luckily Kara & John had a great attitude about it. I love this shot as they look out into the rain.

We wrapped Kara in a sheet so her dress didn’t get wet.

I love this shot of the flower girl in her cute rain boots!

The wedding ceremony took place in Mershon Hall

I love the anticipation on John’s face as he waits for Kara to come down the aisle

Thanks to Ross Oscar Knight for the photos.

As part of the StudioWed wedding giveaway contest, Kara received a custom designed gown from Erica Angeline. Here is the dress sketch and how the dress turned out.

I love how relaxed Kara was prior to the wedding

Madame Monogram provided beautiful monogrammed handkerchiefs and cosmetic bags for the bridesmaids

Kara in her dress for the first time. It’s always one of my favorite moments – seeing the bride in her gown!

John, the groom, gets ready in his military blues

Unfortunately, we were not blessed with great weather on the wedding day, but we made it work!

Thanks to Ross Oscar Knight for the photos