Garter Brides originally tossed a garter, rather than a bouquet, at a wedding reception. In the 14th century, this custom changed after Brides became tired of fighting off drunken men who tried to remove the garter themselves! According to one legend, the garter toss in England evolved from an earlier tradition of “flinging the stocking”. On their wedding night, guests … Read More
Maui Wedding Photographer, Nicole Sanchez
Tara and Randy Wedding: 11/16/2010 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) Reviewed On: 12/02/2010Services Used: Photography Nicole from Behind the Lens Maui was the best Maui Wedding Photographer anyone could ask for. My husband and I celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary with a vow renewal service … Read More
Wedding Traditions, Tossing Rice
Tossing Rice Believing newlyweds brought good luck, guests used to shower them with nuts and grains to insure a bountiful harvest and many children to work the land. During years of a poor harvest, rice was tossed instead. This tradition continues today with rice or birdseed (where permitted), or bubbles to wish the Bride and Groom much happiness. Incidentally, it … Read More
The Bride and the Garter
Garter Brides originally tossed a garter, rather than a bouquet, at a wedding reception. In the 14th century, this custom changed after Brides became tired of fighting off drunken men who tried to remove the garter themselves! According to one legend, the garter toss in England evolved from an earlier tradition of “flinging the stocking”. On their wedding night, guests … 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 Central Region
Wedding Traditions Of Africa’s Central Region Wedding traditions throughout the world can bring about all kinds of different traditions, customs and religious beliefs. Some of the traditions are more modernized and some seem to be of a different era. For the countries of Africa’s central region, that includes the Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia, these traditions are no different. Congo … Read More
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