Ukrainian Wedding Photography

Contemporary & Photo journalistic & Ukrainian Wedding Photographer. Producing hi-quality traditional & creative style wedding photography at affordable prices for all couples residing in NJ, NY, CT, & PA.

Instead of the customary wedding cake, a traditional bread called Korovai, is served at Ukrainian wedding receptions. This sacred bread is decorated with symbols which represent the everlasting union of the couple getting married.

A traditional bride in the Ukraine may be kidnapped from her wedding reception, by friends, to symbolize the invasions their country has suffered over the years.

Wedding Celebration – Ukrainian Marriage Traditions

On the wedding day of a Syrian wedding, which is often Saturday, groom’s family prepares to go to the bride’s house. As the groom’s family is preparing, the moments of happiness are captured by the wedding photographer. Images by Gustav is top-rated amongst NJ’s Syrian wedding photographers. We offer creative wedding photography at affordable pricing. The day continues and the groom dresses in his best outfit. When the entire family is ready, music and dance enlighten the whole environment. The groom and his ushers go to the church and wait for the arrival of the bride. In the bride’s house, the enthusiasm continues. In the early morning, bride and her maids dress up in their beautiful attires. Jewels and makeup are worn. The bride and her maids fix their hair. Amazing wedding pictures are captured by the photographer . Bride and her family members give wonderful poses on the occasion.

The groom’s family arrives at the bride’s house. Singing songs is a common ritual when bride is about to leave for church. Normally, one member of the bride’s family will stand by the door. They wouldn’t let the bride leave unless someone from the groom’s family pays the amount they asked for. After much shouting, a bargain is sought. Amount is paid to the girls and bride is taken off to the church. In church, her father, brother or uncle go with her towards the isle. She is handed over to the groom. Then ring ceremony follows. Rings are exchanged between bride and the groom. Flowers are showered on the couple. The couple takes wedding vows. Wedding reception follow after this ceremony.