Yesterday we 'experienced' our first Serbian / Yugoslavian wedding. I use the word experienced purposely as it was quite a day to remember. Andja and Mile have become great friends to us over the past 10 months and we've got together on at least 6 different occasions and talked about all the events that were going to unfold during the morning of their wedding day so we'd have an understanding of how things would play out and the significance of everything we would be capturing. In theory it all seemed really fun and so different than most of the wedding preparations we usually see... in actuality it was complete chaos and craziness and I'm certain the word FUN isn't even close to describing what the morning was really like. When we arrived at Andja's house the first thing we heard was "go on into the backyard and have a shot and we'll go from there", it was her uncle greeting all the guests who were arriving, the party was underway. For Andja the morning was about the usual hair and make up but then she spent the rest of her time hiding in an upstairs bedroom so no one would see her. she awaited the arrival of her groom and his entire entourage as they would have to barter for her. when the bus finally arrived at her home everything was ramped up a lot!!! At first Mile's representatives offered a couple of hundred dollars for his bride. The received a Chihuahua dressed in a cute little tutu instead. They then offered more money and out came a bride, but not the one Mile was hoping for. More negotiations took place and it was agreed that Mile would receive Andja but not before shooting down an apple strung high up in the air. His marksmanship was spot on and he hit the apple not once, but three times, determined to see his bride. We all headed down to Niagara Falls for the ceremony and then to the Americana for the reception where everyone danced the night away. Here is the SDE we showed during the reception and a few images from their big day. Health, happiness and lots of joy are what we wish for you two! We won't soon forget your special day!
Music: by Lenka Knock Knock
download it from iTunes... what a great song !
gorgeous custom made bands created by Andja's uncle
stunning...
Lily and Chica were definitely a part of the big day!
trying to make his way to the door through Andja's entourage
Mile must have been practising this at home... he hit the apple 3 times in a row!
I love the way they both beam looking at Mile's new wedding band
Looks like a fun wedding! Loved the silhouette timelapse shot. Nicely done!
(09.06.10 @ 10:09 AM)Very nice to see this wedding as our cultures are similar. I am Croatian, To understand and to enjoy the differences of celebrating a special day like this a heart felt welcome. Splendid well put together and a picture tells a story. Thank you Studio 67.
(09.06.10 @ 10:19 AM)Wanda and Brian, we loved everything, the SDE and the pictures are just amazing.... You captured Andja and I and our traditional wedding in such a fresh and creative way which was so important to us. We had so many people come up to us to tell us how beautiful the video was and that there were many happy tears shed watching the playback.
(09.06.10 @ 02:45 PM)Can't wait to see everything else that you put together... You guys are awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
These pictures look fantastic. I look forward to seeing some more photos.
(09.06.10 @ 06:35 PM)Studio 67, Thank you for the most amazing gorgeous pictures I have ever seen. I know my Andja is a very beautifull girl and my very handsome son-in-law, but you captured something so deep that it is breath taking. We have watched it so many times that I still cry, can not wait for it all to be done. You are so awesome and wonderful, I hardly knew you were in my home. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making my Andja's and Milan's day to have forever....you are AMAZING, can't wait for more....
(09.07.10 @ 02:29 PM)Beautiful pictures and video. Can't wait to see more, as we are sure they will be fantastic as well.
(09.07.10 @ 08:39 PM)the pictures are truly awesome!!!!! can't wait to see more.
(09.08.10 @ 10:39 AM)These pictures are stunning. Andia is so beautiful, the one with her alone with her hands folded is model material , You are very good at your profession. You captured the love to have and hold forever. I love Serbian weddings. Cant wait to see the crowns and more.
(09.09.10 @ 08:53 PM)What a beautiful wedding. We are so happy for you guys. Studio 67 - you've done a fabulous job of capturing the day. The video brought tears to my eyes.
(09.10.10 @ 03:54 PM)Thanks again Andja and Mile for inviting us to share in your special day!
Debby & Phil
Studio 67, your work is truly amazing, especially the SDEs! I checked out some of the others and have to say...I think you outdid yourselves with this one! (although, I may be a bit biased :p). It brings tears to my eyes EVERY time...cannot wait to see more! Love you, Andj & Mile! xoxo
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