A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to help
Neysa photograph this incredible Macedonian wedding. When I photograph with Neysa, we have things down to an almost science. I photograph the guys getting ready, while she photographs the girls. Typically the guys are very calm and quiet, sitting around, and just relaxing. Not here. The "guys gathering spot" included a full party for all of the grooms relatives. It was like a reception before the reception and full of tradition.
Thanks to everyone for making me feel welcome. My best wishes go out to this amazing, beautiful couple.
the bride getting her hair done at the salon
a tradition... family members took turns "shaving" the groom (I think the belief is that the groom is too nervous to shave himself, so others do it for him)