Fun & Romantic Pre-Wedding Shoots
Dec 6, 2011 Wedding Photographers
For many couples, Pre-Wedding shoots are as important as the Shaadi snaps. Featured here are the works of four talented photographers— Aditi and Devendra (Mumbai), Srikanth Vasudevan (Bangalore), Ankit Singh (Bangalore) and Priyam Malhotra (Delhi)
Taapsi and Jagdeep, Delhi
Taapsi and Jagdeep’s pre-wedding shoot was at Delhi’s famous Lodhi Gardens. Srikanth Vasudevan says: “Taapsi and Jagdeep forever in love with each other are an amazing couple to work. With their eyes locked into each other, smiling for the camera came naturally to them, so obviously all their pictures looked lovely!”
www.srikanthvasudevan.com
Mehvish and Affan, Bangalore
Mehvish and Affan (from Dubai and Canada respectively) got married in Bangalore in October 2011. These pictures were taken at the Sheraton Bangalore, by Ankit Singh who the couple hired specially for the couple shots.
www.ankitsingh.in
K and K, Mumbai
“In a couple portraiture it is the chemistry between the couple which lights up the pictures and makes them truly memorable” say husband-wife photographer duo Aditi and Devendra. These shots are of a Mumbai based couple, taken at their home in Juhu.
www.facebook.com/pages/Photosynthesis-by-Aditi/
Abhishek and Nupur, Bhilwara
Abhishek and Nupur got married in the beautiful town Bhilwara near Jaipur. Priyam Malhotra says: Abhishek: “We had very less time for the shoot, but their love and the beautiful sun setting of Bhilwara made the shoot my most memorable experience.”
www.priyammalhotra.com
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International Photographers big-focus: Big Indian Weddings
May 15, 2011 Wedding Photographers
Photographing a beautiful Indian wedding is a much sought-after assignment for many international wedding photographers. Some photographers even prefer to make India their temporary or permanent home. Like Cory Goldberg from New York who now lives in Mumbai, Sephi Bergerson from Israel who lives in Goa and UK-based Annie Heslop who stays in India for a few months every year. And those who come regularly look forward to living here someday, like LA-based Dina Douglass at Andrena Photography (recently named as one of the Top 10 Wedding Photographers in the World by American Photo Magazine). Says Dina: “There is no place like India. From the moment I step off the plane, I am transported into a world that is unlike any other. The hospitality is incredible and the wedding venues are a photographer’s dream! I am equally excited when I get to shoot in the villages and more rustic areas. The juxtaposition of a gorgeous couple against a rural backdrop is something that creates brilliant images.”
(Left) Dina Douglass of Andrena Photography, (Right) Annie Heslop. (Below) Photograph by Dina Douglass
Cory Goldberg who lives in Khar, Mumbai tells us what he looks forward to most: “Action at the baraat! It’s very intense and as a photographer, it’s important not to get overwhelmed with all the many things happening in so many places. It can get chaotic– but in terms of capturing raw emotion and unforgettable candid moments, nothing beats the baraat.” He adds: “The style in which I work is a combination of candid, photo-journalistic, semi-posed portraiture, as well as a good amount of still life and landscape. I believe it is important when covering an event as dynamic as a wedding, to be versed in more than one style of shooting.” Cory is in India from September through May, and he goes back to the US during the monsoons. He explains: “Although I find the monsoon quite beautiful, my equipment hates the rain and humidity!”
Photograph by Cory Goldberg
Wedding Planners opine that traditionally, India’s wedding photography industry has had a community connection— most clients felt a photographer from their own community would be the best person to photograph the family wedding, but this is changing. And while India’s wedding market may be huge, that doesn’t mean all talented wedding photographers can get many assignments soon. As Prakash Tilokani, one of India’s most successful photographers explained in an interview to WeddingSutra: “Talent is of course one of the most important requisites for success, but you also need to be patient, sensitive and possess an astute business sense to grow and prosper.” Josh Komanappali originally from Andhra Pradesh, lived and worked in the US for 15 years, and he recently relocated to Hyderabad. He says: “In the US, I hardly got a chance to photograph Indian weddings, and it’s an all-new experience here, the market and mind-sets are different but that’s part of the learning experience.”
Photograph by Annie Heslop
Cory, Dina and Annie believe Kodak Better Photography Wedding Photographer of the Year (WPOY) Award is one of the best initiatives for India’s Wedding Photographer fraternity. Says Cory: “I was fortunate to attend WPOY 2010 and pleased to see such an array of genuine talent and innovation among the photographers.” Dina who is the only solo female photographer to make it onto the list of American’s Photo’s top 10 international wedding photographers, is elated to hear that more Indian females are joining the traditionally male-dominated profession: “In 2011, I hope Kodak and Better Photography institute a special award to recognise female photographers, and I’d love to be a part of it.”
Photograph by Dina Douglass
And while they are fascinated by the Indian Wedding, there are other passions and interests that make their India sojourn more enjoyable or meaningful. Annie Heslop spends time teaching photography to children in a school in Orissa, where she lives. She says: “I’m happiest when I’m shopping for Indian spices, music and essential oils, and I love eating out—Bhel Puri and all street food are my favorite.” Cory takes up freelance acting assignments and enjoys seeing music and theatre performances and travelling. He adds: “I’ve been a vegetarian for over a decade, so I prefer eating out in India. When I’m back home I’m always on the look-out for good Indian restaurants and when I find a South Indian thali, I couldn’t be happier.”
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Salonee & Ramit’s Wedding Stories
Oct 31, 2010 Wedding Photographers
Salonee Pareek and Ramit Batra are Delhi-based Wedding Photographers. Ramit’s preferred form of expression is photographs and Salonee captures the excitement of the bride & groom around the wedding days in her words. Together, they create an unforgettable experience in the form of coffee-table books. For Ramit, weddings are all about finding those moments of fun, laughter and togetherness in the middle of the solemnity of the traditional ceremonies– be it with the parents, the bride and the groom and their friends. Salonee finds her stories during the girl-talk sessions!
Ramit is a mechanical engineer with experience in Management and film production. Salonee Pareek holds a Master’s degree in Communication and is a community media enthusiast.
We’re making Faces because we’re very Happy together
Getting Ready
The last Facial before the Big Day
Hush! Don’t tell anyone
Kanyadaan
Holding Tears. Smiling Goodbye
Salonee + Ramit on a typical day at work
To see more of their work and to read more visit www.f-stop.in. You can also write to them at info@f-stop.in
Passing through Mumbai
Feb 7, 2010 Wedding Photographers
US-based Wedding Photographer Seshu, on a recent visit to Mumbai met up with us. Son of Dr. S.S. Badrinath, the world-renowned eye surgeon (of Sankara Netralaya fame), Seshu, has been living in the US for long and has carved a niche as a popular Indian wedding photographer. We love Seshu’s documentary style wedding photography, and really liked the personal interaction we had with him—he’s modest, articulate and very clear and honest about what he offers. Says Seshu: “I’m not into fantasy photography. My style is real with honest expressions and undirected decisive moments, so if you’re looking for picture-perfect, glamorous images, I’m not your wedding photographer.”
To see the work of Seshu and other US based photographers who specialise in Indian Weddings, please click here.
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