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uche and lekan: the tradional engagement wedding

October 20, 2009 // weddings

below are pictures from uche and lekan's traditional engagement ceremony (nigeria). the whole process was interesting, to say the least. everyone had a blast! i'll upload the "white wedding" soon.

click here to see more pictures.

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dotun:

Very refreshing too see both tribes come together, I love the couple and I love the pics..very nice work.

(10.22.09 @ 06:13 PM)

kemi and tunji

September 21, 2009 // weddings

i know i know!! my daily posting got delayed big time. no excuses. i'm just going to have to make it up to you. i have a bunch of pictures and things to write about. anyway, let me move on with the postings...

kemi and tunji had a small wedding a few weeks ago in upper marlboro, md. it was hot and sunny earlier in the day, but everyone had a great time. here are just a few of the pictures from that night.

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yinkuslolo:

Hi Wale,

i am a passive commenter, yet a religious follower of your blog.

Great pictures like always.

(09.21.09 @ 12:39 PM)

tayo and sola. married.

September 3, 2009 // weddings

i know...i know. it's been ages. and it seems like i'm not fulfilling my promise. a long list of valid reasons, but i won't bore you. i'll just tell you that i'll be making it up for sure!!

i had the pleasure of photographing tayo and sola's wedding last month. and we had a blast. they decided to see each other before the wedding, which in my opinion, is a very smart option since- you simply get more, and better pictures without the stress of rushing to take pictures before the reception. i'll write more about that at a different time. for now, enjoy the short slideshow. notice anything :-)

here's the link- tayo and sola.

edit: i changed the date of the blog to reflect the day it should've been posted :-) gotta love technology.

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dotun:

love the slidehow and the main shot, those tender moments weill be cherished for life by the couple. The tones on the BW look very great as well.

(09.10.09 @ 09:34 AM)

Wale Akingbade:

thanks!! appreciate the comment

(09.10.09 @ 09:56 AM)

sweeeeden

September 1, 2009 // Personal / weddings

i went to stockholm, sweden last week for my friends, lola and urban's wedding. it was weird being just a guest...but after a couple of ~~glasses~~ bottles of champagne, i got used to it ;-) just kidding.

of course, i had to take pictures...here are just a few:

i didn't get a chance to roam the city as much as i wanted to, though this time of the year is perfect to just walk around and take in the city and of course take street pictures. it's okay though...i've already invited myself back to lola and urb's house in the near future.

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Lola:

Yayyy!! Love the pictures. So glad to have you guys celebrating in Stockholm with us!

(09.01.09 @ 06:17 PM)

dotun:

No you were not a guest :) obviously you were a stunning photographer taking all these great shots.

(09.01.09 @ 07:51 PM)

Wale Akingbade:

@lola. it was our pleasure. had an awesome time.
@dotun. LOL. thanks bro.

(09.02.09 @ 11:45 AM)

Tunji Sarumi:

Beautiful !!!

(09.03.09 @ 01:08 PM)

Afolabi - FBF:

Really nice pictures for being just a guest.. Great shots!

(09.10.09 @ 10:33 PM)

30 days of blogging

August 30, 2009 // announcement / weddings

yes, indeedy! believe it or not. starting september 1st, i'll be posting everyday, straight for 30 days. don't believe me? wait and see!

just so i post up a picture, here's one from lola's wedding last weekend in stockholm. i was actually a guest. doesn't mean i can't whip out my camera every once in a while ;-). more pictures coming soon.

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Shola:

SOOOO CUTE

(08.31.09 @ 04:57 PM)

Tunji Sarumi:

Nice!. I think I will try the 30 straight days of blogging.

(08.31.09 @ 05:12 PM)

dami:

hehehheee.... you should see the vid too funny. "Only Love..."

(09.02.09 @ 04:39 AM)

Wale Akingbade:

@tunji, i'll be watching.
@dami, i'll go and find the video. i'm sure it's on facebook. good times!

(09.02.09 @ 08:30 AM)

nmaku and nnmadi engaged

July 31, 2009 // weddings

i have to head out now, but wanted to share a preview of N&N's engagement session :-). another fun couple! we had so much fun walking around the national harbor right after we met at my studio to take some shots. i totally can't wait for their wedding in september.

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dotun:

dang bro, now you make me look bad, 2 postings back to back! I love the couple. Great job on the shots too.

(07.31.09 @ 04:45 PM)

Tunji Sarumi:

Very nice. I like the one with the hats.

(08.01.09 @ 05:03 PM)

tayo and mohammed engaged

July 30, 2009 // weddings

i got introduced to this lovely couple through a mutual friend. they're a lovely, fun couple and i'm looking forward to their wedding in a couple of days. here are just a few pictures from their engagement session a few weeks back.

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lola and urban engaged

July 6, 2009 // weddings

i got the honor of photographing lola and urban a few weeks ago. we drove a long way to take the pictures in the hot sun, but it was well worth it. lola and urban are both world travelers, and quite the creative couple (in writing, painting & photography). i wish i could've travelled to nigeria with them for the traditional ceremony.

i absolutely can't wait for the white wedding in sweden this august.

a few of the pictures we took:

by the way, here's lola's blog.

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dotun:

Sweden? Can I come with you, I should fit right in your luggage. Very nice couple, no doubt they like the shots. Where is this location?

(07.28.09 @ 04:51 PM)

uche and lekan engaged

June 16, 2009 // weddings

a couple of weeks back, i took some pictures of this fun, loving couple. we had loads of fun walking around the fairly new popular spot, washington national harbor (it's become a popular spot for engagement session). here are a few pictures. can't wait for the wedding in september.

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Afolabi:

This looked like a fun sessin. Very lively photos. The last picture is very lovely

(06.22.09 @ 09:56 AM)

Anonymous:

So So So Cute :)
You guys look darling.
I wish you both nothing but abundant blessings and JOY!

(06.23.09 @ 10:55 AM)

ceecy29:

aww this is cute. Even though U is razz small lol!!! Good job Wale.

(06.26.09 @ 03:15 PM)

dotun:

lovely couple, I am sure they will love these shots.

(06.29.09 @ 09:52 AM)

Feuza:

What great places to shoot! wow! Nice Shots

(07.10.09 @ 07:02 PM)

Feuza:

Forgot to say, they shirts are so awesome!

(07.10.09 @ 07:03 PM)

thelma ekechukwu opurum:

congratulations uche and lekan

(08.20.09 @ 09:16 AM)

modupe and muyiwa

May 23, 2009 // weddings

last month, i shot modupe and muyiwa's wedding in silver spring, md. it rained all day, up until the ceremony was about to start. glad everything worked out.

make up on modupe was done by i love your glow, and the wedding was organized by Posh Events.