Church Wedding Photography of newlyweds walking under shower of rose petals
The newlyweds walk hand-in-hand through a shower of rose petals, as their guests congratulate them on their marriage.
In order to keep the focus on the love that they shared for one another and on the sanctity of the sacrament of marriage, this bride and groom opted for a simple yet traditional elopement at a Catholic Church in Porto Alegre, Brazil.
Porto Alegre wedding photography of Rio Grande do Sul groom waiting before ceremony for his bride
The groom waits patiently in the moments leading up to the ceremony as his relatives ensure that he looks absolutely perfect for his bride.
Photography in Porto Alegre of Church Wedding of bride looking every bit the part as she enters with dad
Radiating beauty and looking every bit the part, the bride enters the church on the arm of her father. The wedding guests, excited to witness this moment for themselves, work to document her entrance on their cell phones.
Wedding Photography in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul of stained-glass windows of the church framing couple at altar
With the stained-glass windows of the church framing the image, the bride and groom listen intently to the priest as he begins the Mass.
Church Wedding Photo from Porto Alegre, Brazil of priest blessing couples wedding bands
The priest blesses the wedding bands as the bride and groom reflect on the rings, which serve as a physical symbol of the eternal vows that they are making to one another.
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul Wedding Bride Detail Picture of rosary beads
The bride clasps her pearl rosary throughout the ceremony, which symbolizes her commitment to her faith and showcases the role that it plays in her life.
Rio Grande do Sul Wedding Photo of Church Ceremony First kiss of bride and groom
In front of their family members and friends, and before God, the bride and groom share their first kiss as husband and wife.
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul Wedding day image of bride and groom kissing outside of church
The bride and groom share a tender kiss outside of the church where they were married. Religion played a central role throughout their entire wedding day, so this was the perfect portrait location for the couple.
Rio Grande do Sul documentary wedding photo of bide and groom relaxing in the getaway car
As they finally relax in the getaway car after the wedding ceremony, the bride and groom take a moment to gaze into each other's eyes and smile. The look in their eyes says it all — they are so happy that they get to begin this journey together.
