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Pilipino – Filipino Wedding Photographer

Portrait Studio photographer

It seems that many of the Filipino’s are finding me to be their wedding photographer. Although, I provide services to everyone, I have had several clients who are mixed Filipino and did not know it.

I know for sure that my last name, BENIPAYO, is popular amongst the older Filipino folks. My grandparents use to own a “printing press” in the good ol’ days printing books. My father eventually got most of the itsy bitsy parts from the company when it went sour. Google “Benipayo press” and you will get result of old books printed by my grandparents. Another reason why my name is better

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Filipino Wedding Traditions

The Engagement

After the couple has decided to marry, the first order of business is the pamanhikan, where the groom and his parents visit the bride’s family to ask for her hand in marriage. Wedding plans are often made at this time, including a discussion of the budget and guest list. Don’t be surprised if the groom-to-be is expected to run some errands or help out around the bride’s house. This tradition is called paninilbihan, where the suitor renders service to his future wife’s family to gain their approval.
The Wedding Outfits

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