I am usually a big fan of using black and white photographs in my work, but I found it incredibly difficult to do while shooting Tanya and Surya colorific wedding. The couple held their wedding at the picturesque Palmdale Estates. What makes capturing an Indian wedding so different from a Western wedding is the amount of activity, interaction and participation involved during the ceremony. With twice if not three times the running time of most ceremonies, it is elaborate and quite fast pace. Wherever you look, there is something going on and something beautiful to shoot. The colors and fabric worn by the wedding party and guests alike are incredibly vibrant and delightful to photograph. I was amazed by all the thought and effort that went into the aesthetics and the details that made the entire so wonderful to attend and capture.

I love the intricate henna design.

He was just resting up to do some dancing later.

While I didn’t fully understand all the metaphorical things that transpired during the ceremony, I know that it involved a coconut, the burning of ghee, and all the guests taking their turns throwing rice and the bride and groom.

Let the rice throwing begin.

I loved the outfit change switching to warmer tones.

I found it incredibly moving that Tanya’s uncle surprised her with a voice message from her father who had passed away.

Apparently there was no footwear dress code.

Check out all the dancing photos from the Wedding and Sangeet night.