With Trishna and Tejas’ wedding day to say we all had an early start at the Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel for her grand Indian, Gujarati style wedding really would be an understatement. For some I don’t know when they even took rest, like Sumeet and his team over at Dream Shaadi. Around the clock with decor, food, accommodations, guests needs there simply wasn’t time for that 🙂 Thankfully the weather cooperated and the Baltimore sun shined down on us all!
You cannot help after spending this much time with a family to truly feel part of it every step of the way. When Trishna called me the first time the connection was instantaneous and we were a perfect fit. If I can say one thing about Indian events in general, there are so many types of families and so many bride’s that have different personalities and believe it or not there’s a photographer in our area for each one of them. For Srinu and I since we only take a max of 20 events per year it’s so important that given the amount of time we typically spend at our events that we are the right fit. Throughout the year we receive over 120 inquiries and each one is unique in their needs but within there are a handful of little gems where the brides truly respect, appreciate and know that in the end they are in search of having images that truly represent who they are and the emotions present on their wedding day. Of course, portraits are a must, we all know that but in-between those posed portraits, the speeches and the performances our clients want to see the reactions of others when they think no one is watching and truly document their day as it unfolds. In order for us to do what we do there is a mutual trust and a given understanding that our clients know that when we arrive we have it covered and will document their day as if it were our own.
Srinu and I had unique circumstances during our own marriage and I think because of that we tend to approach each wedding we shoot as if it were our own, what we would want and the vigilance we would want present in our photographer when shooting. None the less the added measure that we know Indian weddings bring a little bit of their own special chaos and we always prepared to manage it every step of the way! In addition we always offer an extra measure of insurance as we truly love our engagement sessions as we complimentary hand them out as a double-date since it allows us to have a little extra bonding time with our couples.
Can’t remember for sure but the morning I believe kicked off a little around 5am and went until midnight or so for us!
Designer Bridal Shoes
Indian Wedding Bangles
Traditional Indian Wedding Bangles
Indian Wedding Necklace
For the South Asian Bride the wedding day begins typically before the sun shines.
Tejas providing a few last noted words for Trishna.
Baltimore World Trade Center
Sweet delivery from Tejas’ brother.
Turban placing.
Groom’s getting ready.
Caitlyn Meyers preparing the bride.
Finishing touch.
Final pinning of the brides wedding lengha.
Just a thought.
Bride and grooms first look.
Bride and grooms first look.
Bride and grooms first look.
Bride and grooms first look.
Heading towards portrait time with family and friends.
Few stops along the way around the Baltimore Inner Harbor
Love this tiptoe shot of Trishna and Tejas!
Quick portrait.
Eskimoe kisses anyone??!
My gal, determined.
Favorable use of sunlight.
Trishna getting a step up on Tejas.
Now and forever, each moment with you… (makes me want to break into song, but I’ll spare everyone from the voiceover!)
Because Tejas kisses tickle a little.
Love this B&W, doesn’t get any better with a hint of sephia.
Got to focus on the flawless skills of her makeup by Caitlyn.
Shoes, because it’s a must take shot.
Because Trishna will always be in his heart!
Daddy’s girl for sure…
We are Family!
continued….
Who doesn’t love a big ole’ bridal party!
Bridal Party in Baltimore, Maryland.
Think in advance for Thank You cards.
Groomsmen fun.
Trishna and her attention to detail, loving the families coordinating outfits. I have to say it made it easier to know who was who.
Rituals prior to the beginning of the baraat (groom’s procession).
Groom and his Mother.
Indian wedding ceremony decor.
Indian wedding ceremony decor.
Definitely among one of my all time favorite shots, most likely because the story behind it. I’ll keep it short! Maybe… Trishna is a dentist and she thought it would be cool to get this shot with all the kids and these large super cute lollipops, however in a moments time one broke and well Trishna’s face says it all, but I love, love, love this shot!
Indian wedding ceremony decor.
Indian wedding ceremony details.
Indian wedding ceremony decor.
Indian wedding ceremony decor.
Groom’s baraat begins, enters the horse drawn carriage.
Dad and Uncle’s begin the celebrations.
Chillin’….
Mom and Dad bring their son the the wedding in style!
Gifts to the groom.
Groomsmen busting some moves.
Raising of the groom.
Mom, Dad and Groom.
Ceremonial proceedings.
Ceremonial proceedings.
Ceremonial proceedings.
Wedding entrance decor.
The Dad’s.
Ganesha, guiding everyone through and around obstacles. Present at the start of all events.
Groom’s entrance.
Groom’s gifts.
Groom’s gifts.
Pubdit Ji.
Groom’s Ganesh Pooja.
Groom
Ceremonial rituals.
Ceremonial rituals, washing of the groom’s feet.
Bridal party entrances.
Bridal party entrances, flower girls.
Bride’s entrance.
The somber entrance as the room is quiet, tears are shed.
Beginning of the kanyadaan.
Awaiting her garland exchange.
Again amongst my favorite moments as the exchange is about to happen…
Tejas has to be among the sweetest man ever as he kneels to accept his garland from Trishna.
Sweet treats for wedding guests during the ceremony.
Father’s partake in ceremonial rituals.
Trishna and Tejas have tied the knot.
Wedding programs to follow along with the ceremony.
Acceptance of family anf friends blessings.
Ceremonial rituals.
Tying of the mangalasutra.
Lunch being prepared outside the ballroom.
Indian Sweets
Delivery of wedding gifts.
Taking blessings from the parents.
Taking blessings from the parents.
And of course the priest/pundit ji.
A long wait to get the party started for sure, with a few last minute portraits to be had we official move into the home stretch!
Baltimore Inner Harbor portrait time.
Only Trishna could pull off this dress, stunning as ever!
Debonaire
Because I could not choose between color or B&W!
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals, room shot.
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals
Wedding Cake
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals, lounge style.
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals
South Asian Indian Wedding decor by Divinci Florals
Family ballroom entrances.
Traditional cutting of the wedding cake.
Bride and Groom’s first dance.
Speeches by the groom’s parents.
Father-of-the-Bride speech.
Dance performances.
Sister-of-the-Bride speech.
Wouldn’t be complete without the couples reaction.
Best Man speech.
Brother-of-the-Groom performance.
with the joining of the Groom!
Thank you speech by the couple!
Impromptu family picture.
A receptionis all about celebrating with your family and friends!
Opening of the dance floor, Dream Shaadi Style!
Cameras and Lenses used
Canon EOS 5D Mark III ( Canon )
NIKON D3S ( NIKON CORPORATION )
NIKON D4 ( NIKON CORPORATION )
NIKON D5 ( NIKON CORPORATION )
NIKON D500 ( NIKON CORPORATION )
150 mm f/2.8 ( NIKON CORPORATION )
Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM ( Canon )
Canon EF 24-105mm f/4L IS USM ( Canon )
Canon EF 85mm f/1.8 USM ( Canon )
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 105mm f/1.4E ED ( NIKON CORPORATION )
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 14-24mm f/2.8G ED ( NIKON CORPORATION )
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8E ED VR ( NIKON CORPORATION )
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 24-70mm f/2.8G ED ( NIKON CORPORATION )
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8G ED VR II ( NIKON CORPORATION )
Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 85mm f/1.4G ( NIKON CORPORATION )
