Ten Great Spots To Propose In Hawaii Looking for a great spot to propose to that special someone? Why not make it in Hawaii. Not only are the islands home to some of the most beautiful places on Earth, it is also has some of the most romantic spots for a marriage proposal. In addition to being a perfect place … Read More
The Hawaii Wedding And Things To Consider
The Hawaii Wedding And Things To Consider Considering a Hawaiian wedding? Hawaii is one of the most beautiful and romantic locations to hold a wedding. However, before you make a rash decision, there are several factors to consider before taking this leap. In this part one of three, consider the wedding style, location and the honeymoon. Having a wedding in … Read More
Wedding Traditions And Superstitions To Consider
Wedding Traditions And Superstitions To Consider There are many wedding traditions and superstitions that go along with the act of becoming husband and wife. Most people have forgotten, or never knew, the traditions or superstitions that go behind some of the many rituals that are performed in our everyday weddings. For many, we just take them for granted and never … Read More
Hawaiian Weddings; Things To Know
Hawaiian Weddings; Things To Know Is there anything more romantic than a wedding in Hawaii? Hard to come up with one isn’t it? Therefore, since you are about to experience one of the greatest days of your life, allow me to give you some important insight and what you can expect from Hawaii as you plan to kick off … Read More
Wedding Traditions and Superstitions
Wedding Traditions and Superstitions In Japanese and Chinese culture, the number “four” is synonymous with “death”. Therefore, when giving gifts do not have the number of items or money figures symbolizing the number four. In Chinese, the numbers nine (eternity), eight (prosperity), two (harmony), six (prosperity) are lucky. The number five is a negation. For example, five-eight=to not prosper. five-two=not … Read More
Traditions of the Bride and Groom
Shoes On Vehicle Ancient Romans used to transfer to the Groom his authority over his Bride when her Father gave the Groom her shoes. In later years, guests threw their own shoes at the newlyweds to signify this transfer of authority. Today, this tradition is kept alive by simply tying old shoes to the back of the newlywed’s vehicle before … 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
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