I had such a great time photographing my favorite wedding of the year (so far). Bolanle and Daniel threw a big, high-energy, traditional Nigerian wedding with two different ceremonies on a recent Saturday. Then Marci Curtis photographed their third — more intimate — Western-style ceremony on Sunday. Both the traditional Yoruba engagement and traditional Yoruba wedding are very meaningful and packed with symbolism.
From the web: A Yoruba traditional wedding, known as Igbeyawo, is a vibrant cultural celebration uniting the two families. The event centers around the family introduction (Momi mo e), the presentation of the engagement list (Eru Iyawo), respectful prostrations (Idobale) by the groom, colorful aso-oke attire, and lively hosting by traditional MCs (Alagas).
The entire event was beautiful and masterfully orchestrated. Enjoy just a few of my favorite photos here:
Some of Bolanle and Daniel’s wedding party mess around during their official portraits before the first wedding.
(Shhh! Don’t tell Mo-Z, but his due date is today!)
The intersection of Big Beaver and Rochester Road was overflowing with protestors.
During her sister’s swimming lessons, granddaughter Charlie sweetly clings to Mommy, Taylor.
Matt bends Hazel back for a dramatic kiss outside The Iroqouis Club during their wedding reception.
This was my favorite picture from the day. And I had several of her to choose from!
Imagine yourself taking middle-of-the-night photos with your iPhone balancing on a dragged-over beach chair. Carefully press the button, then jump out in front of the lens, standing still for the remaining 25 seconds.
Troy’s No Kings local rally in June was enormous. I think it was Troy’s BIGGEST turnout for anything ever!
Several handmaids told their tale.