The Threshold… Several thoughts are found on this tradition: To protect the bride from evil spirits that were thought to be lying in wait under the threshold. Roman times when it was believed that if the bride stumbled when entering the newlywed’s home for the first time, it would bring bad luck and harm to their marriage. Carrying the bride … Read More
Anniversary Gifts Throughout The Years
Anniversary Gifts Throughout The Years The practice of giving a particular anniversary gift on specific anniversaries began with the Germans back in medieval times. However, unlike today they only gave anniversary gifts on the 25th and the 50th anniversaries. Back then the custom generally would be for friends to present the wife with a silver wreath after being married … Read More
Popular Ethnic & Religious Wedding Traditions
Popular Ethnic & Religious Wedding Traditions Various wedding customs have their roots and popularity based on ethnic origin. African-American At some African-American wedding ceremonies, newlyweds “jump over a broom” to symbolize the beginning of a new life. The ritual was created during slavery, when African-Americans could not legally marry. Some people trace this wedding tradition to an African tribal marriage … Read More
Destination Maui Engagement Photos
If your thinking of an engagement session, think no more… Behind The Lens Maui loves the idea of romance and would love to work with you on a romantic ideas on how to capture you and your loved one while you pop the question. If you’ve already asked her to marry you and your thinking of an and engagement … Read More
Maui Vow Renewal Photos
As a Maui wedding photographer, It’s sometimes difficult to let go of doing everything yourself. I’ve recently branched out and now have to awesome freelance photographers that help out from time to time with Weddings and Family Sessions. I am very excited about having them work with me as they both have tremendous talent. With that in mind, I … Read More
Wedding photography, reviews
Sort By: Wedding Date: NewestWedding Date: OldestRating: HighestRating: Lowest «12» TaraRalph Wedding: 05/21/2011 1 Reviews 5.0 out of 5.0 Quality of Service: (5.0/5.0) Responsiveness: (5.0/5.0) Professionalism: (5.0/5.0) Value For Cost: (5.0/5.0) Flexibility: (5.0/5.0) Services Used: Photography I don’t even know where to begin with my review of Nicole Sanchez and Behind the Lens Maui. As a bride, it is very scary … Read More
Maui Wedding Photographer Reviews
Having the responsibility of capturing one of the most important day of someones life such as their wedding day can really be a nail biting experiance. When I complete the editing process and upload a clients images to the their viewing gallery, I always send a thank you to the client and alert them that their wedding photos are ready … Read More
Maui Wedding Photographer, captures love
As a professional Maui wedding photographer, capturing special moments are important. I’ve always loves black and white photos and generally there will be a few shots at a Maui beach wedding that just feels like it should be shot that way. This photograph stands out well in that format. I’d love nothing more that to be a part … 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
International Photography Grant
5,000 Manuel Rivera-Ortiz Foundation for International Photography Grant May 16, 2011 /Photography News/ The Manuel Rivera-Ortiz Foundation for International Photography is currently seeking to award one social documentary photographic project produced in the journalistic tradition of Manuel Rivera-Ortiz. Grant: One project based on pressing social issues in the developing world will receive a grant of 5,000 USD to be … Read More