Choosing a Photographer

FOR YOUR SOUTH ASIAN WEDDING

Choosing a Photographer

FOR YOUR SOUTH ASIAN WEDDING

Your wedding day is one of the most significant moments of your life—a day filled with love, joy, and unforgettable memories. As you meticulously plan every detail, from the venue to the flowers, don’t overlook one of the most important aspects of capturing those moments: hiring the perfect wedding photographer. First, it remains crucial to hire a photographer who has experience with South Asian wedding ceremonies to ensure your wedding photos are perfectly captured. Choose a team who is familiar with the intricacies of your special day, what events are taking place and how to get the ideal shots.  Read more below on what three things experienced photographers bring to the table for your South Asian Wedding. 

variety of events

Well versed photographers will be on hand for every ceremony of your grand affair. South Asian weddings can last up to three days or more. This is if there are other traditional ceremonies taking place prior to the wedding day. A photographer is usually present to capture these moments during the Ganesh Puja, Mehndi and the Baraat arrival. If you want to ensure that your wedding is well captured, photographers who have experience capturing these beautiful traditions will know how to properly frame these multi day events. 

culture mindfully captured

South Asian weddings often have a flair for beautiful colors and dramatic dress. Well experienced photographers will know how to capture the cultural significance and vibrancy of your special day. The best photographers will include beautiful detail shots of the bridal wear, including the  lehenga, saree, jewelry, shoes and more. For the groom, solo shots of the sherwani, turban or intricate head pieces are sure to be on their shot list. This experience, combined with entirely unique editing skills will enhance your wedding photos for a lifetime. 

experience with the venue

beautiful mandap for Indian wedding at Hilton Santa Barbara, Traditional Indian Wedding Mandap with Red flowers

Photographers who have experience shooting similar events at your wedding venue is a big asset on wedding day, as well as during any pre event ceremonies. Your photographer may offer great insights into the best backgrounds, lighting and spaces at your venue to capture beautiful shots. Additionally, this creates a seamless experience between your photo/video team and wedding planner. If both teams have experience in the same space, the opportunity for collaboration is that much easier for your special day. This experience will always have an upper hand over other photographers. 

final notes

In conclusion, hiring the perfect wedding photographer is not just about getting nice pictures; it’s about preserving the essence of your wedding day for years to come. Choose a photographer whose style aligns with your vision and whose experience in South Asian weddings can handle the day or day(s) demands. By doing so, you ensure that your memories will be stunningly captured and treasured forever. For insights on the best photographers, start by seeking out an expert wedding planning team, such as The Marigold Company, who can guide you through this important decision. Your planner will assist you in finding a photo and video team that lines up with your personality, styles and overall feel of your wedding day. This match made is truly irreplaceable. The photos featured in this blog are the beautiful works of American Portra Photography and REEL Initiative.