Penny In Shoe This is a European tradition to bring the Bride good luck, fortune, and protection against want. After the Wedding Day, the lucky penny can be turned into a piece of jewelry as a pendant, charm for a bracelet, or ring setting.
Why do we have bridal showers?
Bridal Shower Back in the days when weddings were arranged by family members, it is said that a poor Dutchman fell in love with a girl whose father refused her a dowry. Their friends showered her with enough gifts to help them start a household. According to another story, the first “Bridal Shower” occurred at the end of the 19th … Read More
Taking photos of your baby
Taking pictures of your new baby is a great way to preserve life long memories. Baby pictures can also make great postcards, keepsakes, or baby shower gifts. Here are some simple tips to get great baby pictures: 1) Avoid bright light – Babies are especially sensitive to bright light including harsh sunlight and flash photography. If possible, try to take … Read More
Wedding Traditions Of Africa’s Southern Region
Wedding Traditions Of Africa’s Southern Region Wedding traditions and customs can vary from one end of a spectrum to the other, and often can be completely different than one can imagine. Despite some modern day twists and with the continent of Africa being the oldest, you will find many very old traditions throughout the continent, For some of the countries … Read More
A Maui Bride
I had the pleasure of photographing my friends wedding last weekend. She looked so beautiful getting ready and even more beautiful when she was ready. There’s nothing like a Maui wedding.
Wedding Traditions of Africa’s Northeast Region
Wedding Traditions of Africa’s Northeast Region Wedding traditions in Africa bear some of the oldest rituals in the world; after all it is the oldest continent on the planet. Many of these traditions can be attributed to religion, culture or tribal. In the northeast region of Africa, you’ll find such countries as Chad, Egypt, Libya and Sudan, and within those … Read More
Wedding Traditions Of The Oceana’s
Wedding Traditions Of The Oceana’s Wedding traditions in the area of the world known as the Oceana region, which includes Australia and New Zealand, are no different than any other country when it comes to their wedding traditions. For many outsiders to this region, Australia and New Zealand are known for their differences, such as the kangaroo, koala bear and … Read More
A small Beach Wedding on Maui
This wonderful couple was married on one of South Maui’s beaches. At Behind The Lens Maui, we shoot small intimate weddings as well as large weddings. If your thinking of planning a Maui wedding, please give us a call to discuss the details. Behind The Lens Maui 808 205-2366
Hawaii’s Internet Marketing Expert decides to tie the knot.
Hawaii’s Internet Marketing Expert decides to tie the knot.. Congratulations to Josh and Ressie Summers on their marriage. The big day was 10.20.10 at a undisclosed Wailea location.
Wedding Traditions of Africa’s Northwest Region
Wedding Traditions of Africa’s Northwest Region Wedding traditions in Africa have some of the oldest customs in the world, as it is the oldest continent on earth. Many of the traditions are of religious, cultural or tribal spirited. In the northwest region of Africa, where you will find such countries as Algeria, Morocco, Niger and Nigeria, you will see the … Read More