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Suggested song "Asilo" (Asylum) by Jorge Drexler Feat Mon Laferte.
"Just a few hours and then when it dawns I'll put a coffee maker. And I'll have taken the cloud to another sky of clouds. I prefer a whole night in sail, to have the soul in suspense. Give me one night of asylum."
Romantic shoot celebrating a one year anniversary. All my best to Marcos and Taylor.
Suggested song “Telepatía” - Kali Uchis.
It was so much fun to go to Dead Horse Point with Summer and Bobbie, it wasn’t just about posing in front of the camera in an epic place. It was about them, their story and how well we bonded and share. Road trips to shoot somewhere meaningful or epic are a whole experience that I love having with my clients.
Bobbie for the first time in years wore a dress, that made me feel so honored and humble to document that moment. The only think I wanted for this shoot was empowered their love, using this majestic views. By the end of it, we got those beautiful blues and pinks that I love so much and, brought some real intimate moments.
Suggested song “Barefoot in the Park” by James Blake and Rosalia.
“A ray of God fell in your eyes and it melted my heart.”
Finally I get to post this amazing wedding full of color and incredible outfits. Only the Grooms had six outfit changes, YES, six outfit changes.
I was so fortunate to have been contacted by Colin and Andrew for their wedding Indian style in Chicago, a very cool mix of cultures from Indian - American traditions. It was so great working with them and feel instantly welcome by everyone, I met so many fun and cool people during that great weekend in Chicago. Below, there is a description of Friday and Saturday, Sunday we did groom pictures in downtown Chicago.
Suggested song for this post Banno re banno meri chali Sasural Ko.
Haldi/Roce - is a fun ceremony in which a paste of ”Haldi” i.e. turmeric having medicinal values (antiseptic and cosmetic properties), sandalwood paste and, coconut milk (representing the holy spirit and also used to get glow on the face) is applied on the groom’s face and body.
Mehndi (Henna) - On the previous evening of the wedding Henna is applied on the hands and feet of the couple. Henna is a powerful medicinal herb that can prevent stress as it cools the body and keeps the nerves from becoming tense.
Alma che Jevon – Vegetarian lunch that begins with prayer and thanksgiving. Remembering the departed souls and asking for peace at home and blessing from the elders in the family. Served with a desert called Von (made from lentils /tapioca balls/cashew nuts) made specially for the meal. Food is served on banana leaf or dried leaf plate.
Sangeet - Night before the wedding to drink, lots of dance! This was so much fun, I learn some moves and marveled by the groom’s talented friends.
Saturday
Wedding ceremony – customized wedding ceremony - Entry of groom with lamps, then a readings from scriptures and blessing from parents taking vows and pheras (seven rounds around fire).
Formal Reception - dinner, speeches and dance.
Venue Friday: Colin and Andrew’s place and Rose Banquets.
Venue Saturday: Mantra Restaurant and Columbus Park Refectory.
Outfits: Indian, Pune India. Tuxedo Tailor in Mumbai India.
Published in Wedding Wire India, Chicago Wedding Blog, Humans of Bombay among others.
Enjoy this dream destination wedding in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. There are so many things I could write about this magical weekend. I'll leave it up to you though, that through this set you can revive and, maybe imagine a bit about Thad and Aren's wedding story instead.
I have nothing but gratitude to this lovely couple.
Suggested Song "Love me Tender" - Elvis.
Event Planning and Officiant – Jenifer Muse
Venue and Catering – Club Cascadas De Baja
Floral Design – Baja Flowers
Grooms’ Apparel – Nordstrom
Rings – A&B Designs
Wedding features Junebug Weddings Cosmopolitan and Yahoo Life Style
Thaddeus Maximus and Aren Muse one looks like a Roman Emperor and the other is like a Greek Hero. This amazing couple was a dream to shoot with, plus they went with all my crazy ideas. We spent a whole afternoon starting in Salt Lake downtown and, later we landed on the fabulous Little Sahara.
The day, the outfits, the locations and the emotions. It all came together and I'm so happy to have met this loving couple and get to know their beautiful story.
For some reason I just think of this song while I was taking pics in little Sahara, is in spanish ha! So I'm not sure if they are going to understand it but it is my song suggested for this shoot.
Suggested song "Tuyo" by Rodrigo Amarante.
UPDATE: I had the honor to have this shoot published on Junebug Wedding and Yahoo Life Style
