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Christian Ceremony Kerala Style: For Sarah and Michael

Not to discount any of our past or present Indian clients/weddings (because we love you all!) till now, but Sarah’s beauty on the outside is 10x as beautiful on the inside…. like her girlfriend Kirti whom referred her to us Sarah’s presence is infectious to all that she blesses with her presence, from her smile to her character her personality and excitement about life, love and laughter is one we could all learn to live from. It is impossible not to love them both!

But honestly what are the chances that she would have been able to find a love just as pure as her very own heart? Against all odds she did… thus enters the fabulous Michael! We are hoping that their love infects many near and far as they move on in their lives together, both with degrees that they are sure to use to make a mark on the world many times over again. Blessed with families that as you can see from the images are so close that it is only the air they breathe that separates them from one another.

The most touching of all for me throughout their wedding day was the speech that was given by one of Michael’s brother’s.. the youngest I believe although Michael can correct me if I am wrong as it has taken us forever to get this blog post up and we have just been tourturing Sarah I am for sure…

He said… and I quote “My brother tickled me so much that I became permanently happy!” … that to me was so powerful and just confirms everything that I stated above is not done so in over exaggeration. Another thing he stated was a quote from that of Mother Teresa… although I could not remember all of it to quote it nor could I locate it to quote it … it went a little like this….

As mothers we tend to sacrifice ourselves for those we love around us putting ourselves last. That leaves me with hope that when our children are grown they are with similar morals and values.

With four of our own still growing this also can only be our hope that the work that is spent today will cash into millions once our children have grown, just as it appears to have done with Sarah and Michael.

Just for sentiments sake, here are some quotes that I love from Mother Teresa that are reflected through Michael and Sarah… and quite fitting since I am currently residing in India for a short period of time….

“Do not think that love, in order to be genuine, has to be extraordinary. What we need is to love without getting tired.”

“Even the rich are hungry for love, for being cared for, for being wanted, for having someone to call their own. ”

“Do not think that love, in order to be genuine, has to be extraordinary. What we need is to love without getting tired.”

For the patience that Michael and Sarah have had in waiting for this blog post I hope this will hold them over for just a short while till the rest of their images are soon available!

Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC


Sarah and Mike's Wedding in Washington DC

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  • NathAugust 6, 2009 - 12:43 pm

    Just to congratulate you on your impeccable work, really amazing.
    best Regards,ReplyCancel

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Caught this guy sneaking through our tripod legs in literally a split second — and honestly? He earned his own spot on the feed. The greenery collar, those eyes, the little bit of ceremony chaos happening just out of frame... this is why we always keep our cameras ready between the "official" shots.

Every wedding has a moment like this if you're paying attention. Got a four-legged member of your wedding party? Tell us about them in the comments — we want to hear!
The real question to ask is to train or not to train... but honestly, sometimes a girl just has to say yes to the train! 😄 That sweep down the aisle, dad's steady arm, mom walking equally just beside her because gender roles are becoming less and less of a thing, and this Momma earned every step — this is the kind of walk that takes years to get to and mere seconds to happen. This has been life for us for 21 years now and  we still love capturing it, poof and all.

Got a dress with drama we need to document? Let's chat — drop a comment or DM us to talk about your big day!

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This is what happens the second the photo is 'done' — the boys pile in and it turns into a full wrestling match of love. He's trying to keep his composure, they're absolutely not letting him, and this is the shot we snagged. The posed photo is nice, but THIS is the one that gets framed.

Tag a groomsman a groomsman that you love 👇

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This shot stopped me in my tracks. There's a whole wedding party moving around them, string lights overhead, everyone laughing and talking at once — and these two are just looking at each other like the rest of the world hit pause. That's the moment I'm always chasing. You can pose a group all day long, but you can't fake this.

This is why we shoot the way we do — staying ready for the split second when the noise fades and it's just them. Got a wedding coming up and want photos that feel this real? Send us a DM, we'd love to hear about it.

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What if I told you he won her over with a little bit of puppy love? It's true — this good boy showed up in his own greenery collar and absolutely stole the show (and every heart at this wedding, including mine). I love when couples bring their pets into the day, because that's family too, and years from now this is the photo that'll make them laugh and tear up all at once.

Got a four-legged family member who needs to be part of your wedding day? Let's talk — DM us or book a consult and we'll make sure they get their moment too.

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Florals do SO much more than look pretty in photos. The blooms a couple chooses — the colors, the texture, whether it's a wild garden-gathered look or clean and structured like this one — tell us (and every guest, and every future viewer of these photos) exactly what kind of day this was. This bouquet? Classic, soft, a little romantic with all that trailing greenery. You can feel the whole wedding just from these flowers in her hands.

We notice this stuff because it matters — florals photograph completely differently depending on light, venue, even time of day. It's one of the many little things we're paying attention to on your wedding day. Curious what we'd notice at yours? Drop a comment or send us a DM 👇

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Did you know?

At a Hindu wedding, a setup like this isn’t simply decoration.

What may look like coconuts, fruit, leaves, rice and metal vessels is actually part of the ritual language of the ceremony.

Many of these items are used during puja and wedding rites as offerings, symbols of abundance, purity, prosperity, fertility, nourishment and blessings for the couple beginning married life together.

The coconut, for example, is one of the most recognizable sacred offerings in Hindu ceremonies.

Bananas and other fruits are commonly offered as symbols of abundance and nourishment.

Leaves—often betel or mango depending on the tradition—may be used as part of ritual offerings and sacred arrangements.

The kalash, or ceremonial vessel, is also deeply symbolic and is often associated with life, prosperity and divine presence.

And then there are the smaller items that can be easy to overlook: rice, thread, flowers, powders, sweets and other offerings that become part of specific moments throughout the ceremony.

But here’s the important part:

Hindu weddings are not one universal ceremony.

What is used, when it is used and what it represents can vary tremendously by region, community, family tradition and the priest guiding the ceremony.

Which is exactly why we believe photographing a Hindu wedding requires more than simply knowing where to stand.

You have to understand that the objects matter.

The hands reaching for them matter.

The sequence matters.

And sometimes the photograph that seems like “just a detail” is actually documenting a ritual a family has practiced for generations.

That is why we photograph these things too.

Not because they are pretty.

Because they are part of the story.