Tradition

Birchwood Wedding by Zack Wussow

After doing an engagement session with Angela and Jalen, I was so excited to see what they put together for their wedding day, and they did not disappoint!

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My second shooter and I met them at a nearby hotel for prep, but pretty quickly we moved to Birchwood Banquets for first look and posed photos.

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I loved their outfits - very classy and elegant without being stuffy.

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The ceremony was held outside, and their vows were beautiful. Hardly a dry eye anywhere!

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The reception was a blast! Everyone came ready to celebrate the new couple, and the mix of Ethiopian and American dance music kept things interesting all night.

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The night ended with an Ethiopian tradition, where Angela and Jalen went along a line of family elders, giving thanks and receiving blessings. Easily the most emotional exit I've had the chance to photograph.

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Congratulations, Angela and Jalen!