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These Couples Braved Danger For Their Wedding Photos, And It Sure Paid Off

These Couples Braved Danger For Their Wedding Photos, And It Sure Paid Off
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Whether it's braving the winds of a tornado, the harsh smoke of a wildfire or getting up close and personal with exotic animals, some couples -- and photographers -- are willing to do whatever it takes to create incredible wedding photos.

Below, 16 brides and grooms who weren't afraid to walk on the wild side to immortalize their big day.

Steep cliffs over Hong Kong:
Credit: TeaBag Photography
Wild animals in South Africa:
Credit: Amanda Kopp Images
Jungle rains in Riviera Maya, Mexico:
Credit: Del Sol Photography
Dark and stormy Nebraska skies:
Credit: Robert Evans Photography
Deep waters in Australia:
Credit: Alan Hughes Photography
Wildfires in Rock Springs Ranch, Oregon:
Credit: Josh Newton
Floods in Manila, Philippines:
Credit: Ramoncito Campo / Reuters
City traffic in Chicago:
Credit: Wasio Photography
A tornado in Saskatchewan, Canada:
Credit: Colleen Niska
Snowfall in New Jersey:
Credit: Dennis Pike Photography
Extreme sports in San Diego, California:
Credit: True Photography Weddings
A midday lightning storm in Colorado:
Credit: True Photography Weddings
Zero gravity:
Credit: Stephen Boxall/ZERO-G Experience®
Icelandic waterfalls:
Credit: Gabe McClintock Photography
A high-speed getaway in Italy:
Credit: Cristiano Ostinelli Studio
Fireworks in Langkawi, Malaysia:
Credit: Wee Heong Photos

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