Adeline and Grace Wedding Photography Blog

Most Memorable Moment: Mr Spillane’s tear jerking speech. Not a dry eye in the room, including ours.  Oh, and the fertility statue from Kelly’s mom!

When I met Kelly over a year ago at Auberge de Soleil I knew this was going to be a fun wedding. One of those girls to “try anything for a photo” and I knew the wedding day would be just that way. After Ben and Kelly’s first sight, we all hopped in a limo bus for a “photo-tour” around the valley.

I  have to say a special thanks to their girls and guys, who endeared 96 degree heat to get the photos below. I think it was well worth it!

The rest of the night went off without a hitch. The smoky valley cleared for a beautiful ceremony overlooking the vineyards. The rest of the night flew by too quick. And the next morning they were off to the Maldives. [ insert serious jealously here ]     Have a great time you two!

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I had found this vintage rail car a few months back and called Kelly overly excited for my find… I knew it was right up her alley. I think they pulled it off quite well:

Flowers by the ever so talented Jennifer French of Lush Floral:

Thursday marked the final day of marriage ceremonies for Adam and Shana. The ceremony took place at the El Sobrante Gurdwara Shaib Temple in El Sobrante. (Its that beautiful palace looking structure off the 80!) After the family welcomed one another outside of the temple Shana was escorted down the aisle by her brothers and other close family members. Prayers and hymns were sung and the official “you’re married” moment happens after they complete a walk around the Sikh Holy Book 4 times. Sweet pudding is served at the conclusion of the ceremony.

It was such and amazing week, emotionally and of course visually! Adam and Shana, I wish you the best on your new venture in your life together, as well as in the new business you are starting!

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This sword was given to Adam by Shana’s parents:

Afterwards at the Claremont…

And I think I have a new fav ring photo…

Wednesdays festivities took place at Adams parents house in Moraga. Typically Mendhi, or Henna ceremonies are big parties where the women of the brides family help prepare the bride for the ceremony to take place the following day. In this case however, Adam and Shana wanted everyone to partake in the days events, and to learn more about their culture first hand. The afternoon was full of good food, dancing, and Mendhi. Shana’s Mendhi took over four hours to complete! Both sides of her arms and both of her feet were painted by Kanchan Kapadne, a true Henna artist.

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Shana’s parents had this scroll made in India. Its contains a blessing to Adam and Shana:

After it is applied, the paste will dry and flake off showing a orange-ish dye to the skin underneath. The next morning it will have turned a dark brown and will stay on Shana’s hands and feet for 2-3 weeks!