The Perfect Shot for the First Bite: Capture the Guest's Lovely Appearance from the 'Takasago' Angle!

Highlights of the Reception [First Bite]*

The classic performance of wedding receptions, the First Bite.

☑(Groom) I won’t let you go hungry for life.

☑(Bride) I’ll make delicious meals, okay? ♡

With this meaning that has been passed down through generations, the moment when the bride and groom feed each other wedding cake is a can't-miss photo opportunity! ♡

The First Bite scene is one where guests and photographers will be busy capturing the moment with continuous shutter clicks.

Many may think, "Since guests will take lots of pictures, there will surely be good photos. So, maybe I don't need to create a photo instruction sheet for the photographer," but...

The truth is, there is a super important shot during the First Bite that only the photographer can capture!

@taaaaaji0205

Capture the Moment of the First Bite with the Guests in the Frame!

This shot is one where the moment of the First Bite is captured with the bride and groom in the foreground and important guests in the background, like the picture here!

[Capturing the Whole Reception Venue] Just like the toast shot! ♡

Just like the "toast shot" taken at the beginning of the reception,

it involves positioning the camera from the front of the venue (the head table side) towards the back, creating a composition where guests appear behind the couple.

@0916hspan

A significant "Ahh..." moment with the guests smiling and watching the First Bite being captured in one shot! ♡

Don't you think it embodies the wedding beautifully, a happy-filled wedding photo? ♩

It’s appealing because it isn't focused solely on the "couple doing the First Bite" but captures the whole atmosphere of the wedding with the guests gathered to celebrate.

@mm.mk.0324

This is a photo that only the photographer can take!

While many guests will be taking pictures during the First Bite, what they can capture is all photographs from the front.

It's impossible for guests to get behind the couple at the head table. This photograph that captures the whole venue can only be taken by the photographer.

That’s why it’s essential to prepare a photo instruction sheet to give to the photographer in advance!*

"I want photos capturing the whole venue from the head table side, but I also want the front shots from the photographer!" In such cases, make sure to perform the First Bite very slowly.

This allows time for the photographer to move from the head table side to the guest tables, ensuring that even if there's only one photographer, they can capture solid shots from the front as well.

By the way, not just for the First Bite, but generally, the best shutter chance scenes at weddings should feel like they're moving slowly. ◎

Events like weddings can feel rushed if everything is done at normal speed, leading guests to think, "What? It's already over?!" So it can easily become a missed photo opportunity.

For the sake of capturing photos... and to allow guests to fully savor the happiness and atmosphere of the wedding event, each action should progress slowly.

This is a fundamental rule when holding a wedding. ♩

Using a Fisheye Lens Enhances the Atmosphere ♩

When capturing the First Bite scene from the back, using a fisheye lens that can shoot approximately 180° will result in even more immersive wedding photos! ♡

You can clearly see the excited guests surrounding the couple, truly capturing the lively atmosphere. ♩

In the actual moment of the First Bite, while busily feeding each other, it’s easy to miss the guests' expressions.

However, seeing a photograph captured with a fisheye lens that covers the whole venue allows you to reflect later and think, "Oh, so this is how everyone was watching!" ♡

Don't Forget! Always Capture the First Bite from Behind!

The First Bite moment is an unmissable photo opportunity. It’s advisable to have the photographer position themselves behind the couple to capture "the moment including the guests" as well!*

Don't forget to add this to the photo instruction sheet along with the toast shot! ♡