Several years ago Dad and Amy photographed Emily and Ken's traditional Chinese Wedding Tea Ceremony and Reception. Last Saturday Amy and I were honored to be able to do the same for Emily's brother Vinny and his beautiful bride Joann.
We met Joann and Vinny early in the morning at the Lake San Marcos Resort where they were getting dressed for the big day. Joann was stunning in her red dress and (I just have to use the word 'adorable') red Franco Sarto shoes.
After taking a few fun photos at the hotel, we made our way to Vinny's parents' house for the tea ceremony. Here are a few images from the ceremony. Thanks Amy for helping to capture these.
After the tea ceremony, Vinny and Joann were led up to the traditional Nuptial Chamber which had been prepared for them by Vinny's mother. Here the two of them ceremoniously shared red bean and tea.
Joann then changed into her western style bridal gown for the reception.
The reception was held at Pearl Chinese Cuisine restaurant in Rancho Bernardo. Here guests are signing a banner as they enter.
The pink floral arrangements were beautiful against the restaurant's gold motif.
Amy got the pretty shot on the left of Joann arranging the serving set.
"Sweet" favors for the guests
And a toast (another image by Amy on the left)
Vinny's long time friend, The Magnificent Chi, entertained the crowd during lunch with his humorous magic routine. Chi was a whole lot of fun and really kept the party going.
Friends toast the happy couple.
What a fun group!
After such a long day of ceremony and celebration, Joann and Vinny hung in there for a few more photographs at Webb Lake Park outside of the restaurant. I'm so happy we were able to capture these images of Joann in her gown with her flowers. She is just so classy and elegant, isn't she?
And one final photo of the happy couple.
Joann and Vinny - Amy and I had a great time with you Saturday. Thank you for allowing us to help capture the memories of your special day. Bai Tou Xie Lao
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