It’s Father’s Day! To mark the occasion, we want to say thanks to Dads everywhere :)
In addition to being honored today, many fathers also play a big part during the wedding day. Whether it’s tearfully walking his daughter down the aisle, or showing off some funky moves during parent dances, Dad has definitely earned his moment in the sun.
To celebrate the unconditional love Dads provide, we’ve gathered a few of our favorite photos of “Dads being Dads” on the big day. Enjoy!
![Cute moment with Bride looking at Dad as she puts on his boutonniere](https://www.truephotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/0016Rosalyn_Eric_pf.jpg)
One special way to honor Dad on the wedding day is with a First Look. By setting aside a little quiet pre-ceremony time together, you can show Dad how important he is to you. For example, at Allison and Justin’s wedding at Condor’s Nest Ranch, we captured Allison’s father’s reaction to seeing her for the first time (below).
![Father's happy expression during First Look with Bride](https://www.truephotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/0046Allison_Justin_pf.jpg)
![Grooms pose in silly way with young boys at wedding](https://www.truephotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Blog-1-1.jpg)
During Anjali and Jay’s wedding at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego (below), guests surprised Jay’s father with an impromptu outdoor dance. As Jay looked on, we were able to quickly react, and grabbed this fun crowd scene.
![Guests lift up Groom's Father during Indian wedding](https://www.truephotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/042.jpg)
![Bride's Dad uses handkerchief to wipe tears as he gets emotional watching wedding ceremony](https://www.truephotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/0033Elizabeth_Natasha_pf_1.jpg)
We love capturing unguarded expressions of joy and emotion. For example, at Allison and Adam’s ceremony at La Valencia (below), Allison’s father shared his excitement with a huge grin. These moments, endearing and genuine, always leave a soft spot in our hearts.
![Parents kiss Groom on cheeks while Bride helps Dad during pre-ceremony](https://www.truephotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Blog-5-1.jpg)
![Funny photo of Groom holding baby with one hand](https://www.truephotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/001Chelsea_James.jpg)
![Groom's Father helps put on Cufflinks during Pre-Ceremony](https://www.truephotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/0023Angela_Eric_pf_1.jpg)
If couples have little ones, we love finding fun and creative ways to include these “mini me’s” into the day’s photos. At Shara and Giovanni’s wedding at Grand Tradition, Giovanni’s son was dressed just as sharp as Dad, and rocked these adorable baby moccasins (below).
![Matching Coleman's dress shoes for Groom and Son](https://www.truephotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/0032Shara_Giovanni__PF.jpg)
![Emotional reactions from Bride and Father during Parent dances at wedding reception](https://www.truephotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Blog-4-1.jpg)
During Morvarid and Sahand’s reception at the Metropol Banquet (below), Morvarid and her father entertained guests with a lighthearted, traditional dance, which capped off the night’s activities.
![Bride makes funny face while dancing with dad during wedding reception](https://www.truephotography.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/0083Katie_John_pf.jpg)
Check out more great Father of the bride / Father of the groom moments :)