Words by Maureen Young
“A Sri Lankan boy, An Indian girl… marriage is the beautiful blending of two cultures, two families, two hearts. Today we join our hearts on one love as two families become one.” ~ Quote put together by Suja + Tony’s families
From Oilers fan to dashing man. Tony changed out of his Oilers shirt and his mum and grandma couldn’t resist taking a peek at the little boy they’d raised all grown up and getting ready for his wedding. Downstairs, his brothers were ironing their shirts awaiting the last groom’s man, Jebron to show. Unfortunately he was late & missed out on the guys’ morning (& possibly having his shirt ironed for him!)
Suja’s dress was gorgeous but the crinoline proved to be tricky! Fortunately her family had gathered at the house prior to the ceremony and everyone, uncles included, helped her out. Problem solving how to get the bride into her dress was a fun experience for everyone to bond over as even Suja’s uncles weren’t quite sure how it was going to get done!
Suja’s older sisters, Sheeba and Suma, were on hand to help the other girls into their saris. The house was a vibrant palette of colours as the women closest and dearest to her were on hand to see the girl they’d grown up with (& raised!) before her walk down the aisle. The beautiful saris gave the already celebratory atmosphere a vibrant tone.
Amidst the smiles were the fond memories of a father who passed away too young to see his little girls grow into beautiful women.  His presence was with Suja on her wedding day as a portrait of him looked down on her in her wedding gown. Suma wipes the tears off her baby sister’s cheek.
400 family and friends from around world witnessed the joining of Suja + Tony. As Suja walked down the aisle with her mum, the girls couldn’t stop the tears of happiness from flowing. Tony, wary of his friends teasing him, tried to hold back his tears as his beautiful bride approached the altar.  A choir surrounded Suja + Tony with beautiful music while their guests’ heartfelt prayers wished them well in their married life.
The ceremony was a blend of Suja + Tony’s culture and their faith, with elements from both traditional wedding ceremonies included.
Having been swept away by his bride’s beauty, Tony decided it was his turn to sweep her off her feet and carried Suja down the aisle.
Adieu until Part II… where a love of the outdoors and the love of family take precedence.
Much love,
A+R
Comments
9 responses to “S + Tony :: Joining Hearts (Edmonton, AB) Part I of II”
I can’t even describe in words how absolutely amazing these pictures are! Tony – i gots to say, you look like a stud muffin! Suja – you are a gorgeous bride! Uncles – hahahaha …. “Uncles!” I love it! Wowzers – what a beautiful group of people we have! The pics were phenomenal …. another job well done by Infused Studios! Thank you for capturing all of the love, happiness and beauty of the day! I will be sure to share this link with everyone i know! Great pictures …. it was great to re-live mr. & mrs. Maheswarans wedding day! 🙂
Beautiful beautiful pictures! Awwww, they came out fantastic!
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this couple is cool, very cool!!
Beunos Nochas from Mexico
SO GLAD TO SEE THESE PICTURES!! Couldnt have come at a perfect time, while celebrating our honeymoon and looking forward to reliving some of those perfect moments from the wedding. Seeing as it was such a blur for the both of us, it was definitely a beautiful eye-opener for the both of us. Anthony and Rina- Great shots, great energy and never-ending thank you’s for sharing our love and capturing our day. Looking forward to seeing the rest of your amazing work:)
As an aside, To our bridal party, friends and family, you made our day complete. Thank you for your love, presence and prayers. Our day was beautiful because of you.
OLA
Suja and Tony
I can’t describe in words how beautiful the pictures are either! I especially loved the one with the groomsmen in it!
Oh wait, those pictures don’t exist.
dear Tony and suja, I love your pictures ! Thanks for the special personalized shout out at the wedding – I felt closer to you two than your groomsman after that. Thanks for the great pics too with the staff at river Cree – I still feel bad you had to cut out all your groomsman pics to get us in there – but hey, you grew up with those guys and I’m sure you have tonnes of pics with them. I hope I am there when you hold your 25 TH anniversary at river Cree resort and casino.
Okay! Why in the world did it take me SOOOOOO long to behold these breath-taking pictures?! Gosh’! I too am just stunned and amazed at reliving the wondrous experience all over again! Rina and Anthony, this day was made so much more complete because of your unique take on my baby sister and brother’s wedding day! How I hope we get to work and play together once again! I’m crossing my fingers that we will get to have that kind of magic once again!
PS Suj’ and Tony you both are so great together…and these pictures are evidence enough! Can we say “MODEL?”
Beautiful! I’m sorry again that I couldn’t be there but the day and the couple looked amazing! God bless you Suja and Tony….enjoy this new chapter in your lives. 🙂
I look at this picture album so many times. It brngis back all the memories of such a great day. So many special friends and family were there to share our joy that day. Hal and I welcomed a new son to the family. What a celebration! Thank you!