17th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest The American Experience
Bride - Day of wedding - boldly surveying the future

Boldly surveying the future during day of wedding. Multicultural destination wedding in Jamaica comprising of both Hindu and Muslim ceremonies. Groom being of Hindu background and bride depicted here a Muslim. Both native born Americans. Note the (Indian) mehndi on hands, while beaded dress synergy of Indian with contemporary American. Also exemplifying an additional dimension of cultural synergy, a blend of modern with "tribal" elements). Bold posture matches go-getter/leadership personality. 30 yo bride a Senior VP in a major multinational. Photo reminiscent of a warrior princess surveying the rugged coastal terrain of her tribe. Taken in Negril, Jamaica, at Pattoo Castle, Apr 2019.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 04.2019
Date Uploaded: 11.2019
Photo Location: Negril, Jamaica
Camera: ILCE-7RM3
Copyright: © al khan