The Journal
Long-form South Asian wedding stories.
Cultural deep-dives, planning guides, budgets, photographer briefs and destination intelligence — written for couples planning a wedding that respects every ritual.
Featured · Planning
How to Budget a South Asian Wedding in 2026
We polled 240 South Asian couples married in the last 18 months across London, Toronto, Dubai and Mumbai. Here's where every pound, dirham and rupee actually went — and the five line items that quietly doubled.
AsianWedding Editors · 11 min read
Photography · 8 min read
Haldi Photography: The Complete Shot List
The 27 frames every Haldi album needs — and the three lighting mistakes that ruin the colour.
Hiring · 7 min read
Choosing a Sikh Wedding Photographer: 9 Questions to Ask Before You Book
Anand Karaj has rules. Most photographers don't know them.
Reference · 22 min read
Every South Asian Wedding Function, Explained
Roka to Reception, Pithi to Poruwa — a single reference for every culture, every ritual, every region.
Planning · 9 min read
Mehndi Night: A 6-Hour Planning Guide
Why your bride will sit for longer than you think, and how to make it the best night of the wedding.
Culture · 8 min read
What a Nikah Actually Looks Like (and How to Photograph It With Respect)
Three questions. Three 'qubool hai's. And a contract that's older than any country at the wedding.
Culture · 6 min read
Vidaai: The Hardest 45 Minutes of an Indian Wedding
Why this is the moment every album is judged on.
Destinations · 10 min read
Where South Asian Couples Are Getting Married in 2026
Udaipur is full. Tuscany is back. And nobody told you about Sri Lanka.
Culture · 9 min read
Inside a Bengali Wedding: Subho Drishti, Saat Paak and the Night-Time Ceremony
Why a Bengali biye looks like no other Indian wedding — and what you need to know if you're attending one.
Guests · 7 min read
What to Wear as a Guest at Each South Asian Wedding Event
A non-South-Asian guest's complete attire guide, from Haldi to Reception.
Planning · 9 min read
The Sangeet Choreography Playbook: 12 Numbers That Always Land
The exact running order used by London's most-booked Sangeet choreographers.
Design · 7 min read
Wedding Invitation Design for a 5-Day South Asian Saga
Why one invitation is never enough — and what to put in each envelope.
Photography · 8 min read
Cinematic Feature Film vs Highlight Reel: Which One Do You Actually Want?
Everyone books both. Almost no one watches both.
Photography · 7 min read
Bridal Portraits: The Golden-Hour Brief
The 22 minutes that decide your entire album cover.
Hiring · 6 min read
Hiring a Second Shooter: When It's Essential and When It's a Waste
Not every event needs two photographers. These four do.
Planning · 6 min read
The Venue Lighting Audit Every Couple Skips (and Regrets)
Why the same lehenga photographs beautifully at one venue and orange at another.
Planning · 10 min read
Planning a South Asian Wedding as a Diaspora Couple
UK, US, Canada, UAE — where each event is easiest, cheapest and most authentic.
Destinations · 8 min read
The 15 Most Photographed Pre-Wedding Shoot Locations of 2026
From the Alhambra to Alappuzha, where South Asian couples are shooting engagement editorials this year.
Hiring · 6 min read
12 Questions to Ask Before Booking a Bridal Mehndi Artist
Why the wrong artist stains grey, cracks in an hour, and stresses the bride.
Hiring · 7 min read
The Post-Wedding Album Checklist: Everything to Ask For Before You Pay the Final Invoice
The 14 deliverables that separate a professional wedding contract from an amateur one.
Planning · 6 min read
Reception Grand-Entry Ideas That Aren't Cliché in 2026
Because 'Kala Chashma' at reception has been done 4,000 times.
Photography · 5 min read
Emotion vs Composition: The Debate Every Wedding Photographer Argues About
Why the technically perfect frame is often the wrong one.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Roka Ceremony
The first 'yes' — when two families officially stop looking.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Roka: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Roka.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Roka: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Roka properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Sagai Ceremony
Rings exchanged, but blessings come first.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Sagai: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Sagai.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Sagai: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Sagai properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Haldi Ceremony
Turmeric, laughter, and the loudest, messiest love.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Haldi: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Haldi.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Haldi: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Haldi properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Mehndi Ceremony
Six hours of stillness, a thousand secrets hidden in the leaves.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Mehndi: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Mehndi.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Mehndi: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Mehndi properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Sangeet Ceremony
Both families on one stage, taking each other on.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Sangeet: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Sangeet.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Sangeet: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Sangeet properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Ganesh Puja Ceremony
The first invitation goes to the remover of obstacles.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Ganesh Puja: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Ganesh Puja.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Ganesh Puja: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Ganesh Puja properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Tilak Ceremony
The bride's family travels to bless the groom — the first acceptance.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Tilak: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Tilak.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Tilak: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Tilak properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Baraat Ceremony
The groom arrives on horseback. Everyone else dances backwards.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Baraat: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Baraat.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Baraat: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Baraat properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Kanyadaan Ceremony
A father gives away his daughter — the most quoted moment in every album.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Kanyadaan: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Kanyadaan.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Kanyadaan: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Kanyadaan properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Saat Pheras Ceremony
Seven steps. Seven vows. One lifetime.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Saat Pheras: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Saat Pheras.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Saat Pheras: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Saat Pheras properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Vidaai Ceremony
She throws rice backwards over her head and leaves the only home she's known.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Vidaai: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Vidaai.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Vidaai: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Vidaai properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Griha Pravesh Ceremony
She kicks the rice pot. The home becomes hers.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Griha Pravesh: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Griha Pravesh.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Griha Pravesh: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Griha Pravesh properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Reception Ceremony
The wedding's official 'after-party' — bigger, looser, more glamorous.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Reception: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Reception.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Reception: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Reception properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Anand Karaj Ceremony
Four Lavan. One Granth. A marriage of two souls into one light.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Anand Karaj: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Anand Karaj.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Anand Karaj: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Anand Karaj properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Jaago Ceremony
The night the aunts wake the village with a pot of fire on their heads.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Jaago: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Jaago.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Jaago: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Jaago properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Chooda & Kalire Ceremony
Red and ivory bangles she'll wear for a year, with silver kalire that fall over her unmarried friends.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Chooda & Kalire: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Chooda & Kalire.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Chooda & Kalire: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Chooda & Kalire properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Mangni Ceremony
The proposal accepted, the rings exchanged, the date set.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Mangni: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Mangni.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Mangni: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Mangni properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Mayun Ceremony
She isn't allowed to leave the house, but she glows like the sun.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Mayun: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Mayun.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Mayun: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Mayun properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Nikah Ceremony
Three questions. Three 'qubool hai's. A marriage in front of God.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Nikah: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Nikah.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Nikah: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Nikah properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Walima Ceremony
The groom's family hosts the world.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Walima: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Walima.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Walima: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Walima properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Pithi & Garba Ceremony
Yellow paste by day. 1,000-person dandiya by night.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Pithi & Garba: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Pithi & Garba.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Pithi & Garba: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Pithi & Garba properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Bengali Wedding Ceremony
She is carried in on a wooden stool. Their eyes meet under a betel leaf.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Bengali Wedding: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Bengali Wedding.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Bengali Wedding: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Bengali Wedding properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Tamil Brahmin Wedding Ceremony
A two-day ritual where the mantras are 3,000 years old and the silk weighs more than the bride.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Tamil Brahmin Wedding: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Tamil Brahmin Wedding.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Tamil Brahmin Wedding: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Tamil Brahmin Wedding properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Marathi Wedding Ceremony
An antarpat curtain falls and the rice rains down.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Marathi Wedding: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Marathi Wedding.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Marathi Wedding: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Marathi Wedding properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Telugu Wedding Ceremony
Cumin and jaggery placed on each other's heads — that's the marriage.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Telugu Wedding: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Telugu Wedding.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Telugu Wedding: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Telugu Wedding properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Malayali Wedding Ceremony
A 20-minute ceremony, a thousand-year aesthetic.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Malayali Wedding: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Malayali Wedding.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Malayali Wedding: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Malayali Wedding properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Poruwa Ceremony Ceremony
A platform, a betel leaf, a queen's silhouette.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Poruwa Ceremony: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Poruwa Ceremony.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Poruwa Ceremony: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Poruwa Ceremony properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Sri Lankan Tamil Wedding Ceremony
A South Indian wedding with an island accent.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Sri Lankan Tamil Wedding: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Sri Lankan Tamil Wedding.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Sri Lankan Tamil Wedding: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Sri Lankan Tamil Wedding properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Nepali Wedding Ceremony
Mountains in the backdrop, mantras at the centre.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Nepali Wedding: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Nepali Wedding.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Nepali Wedding: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Nepali Wedding properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Jain Wedding Ceremony
No fire-walk. Just vows in the presence of the Tirthankaras.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Jain Wedding: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Jain Wedding.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Jain Wedding: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Jain Wedding properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Parsi Lagan Ceremony
Two souls behind a curtain, rice in the air, an entire community ululating.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Parsi Lagan: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Parsi Lagan.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Parsi Lagan: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Parsi Lagan properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the South Asian Christian Wedding Ceremony
A Catholic Mass, a Konkani roce, a Goan feni reception.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the South Asian Christian Wedding: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a South Asian Christian Wedding.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a South Asian Christian Wedding: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a South Asian Christian Wedding properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Fusion / Interfaith Wedding Ceremony
Two faiths, two languages, one wedding film.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Fusion / Interfaith Wedding: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Fusion / Interfaith Wedding.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Fusion / Interfaith Wedding: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Fusion / Interfaith Wedding properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Destination Wedding Ceremony
A wedding that doubles as a holiday for 300.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Destination Wedding: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Destination Wedding.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Destination Wedding: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Destination Wedding properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Chunni Chadhai Ceremony
The moment a Punjabi bride is welcomed into her groom's family.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Chunni Chadhai: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Chunni Chadhai.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Chunni Chadhai: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Chunni Chadhai properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Mahira Dastoor Ceremony
The maternal uncle's grand gifting — a Rajasthani tradition of maternal love.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Mahira Dastoor: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Mahira Dastoor.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Mahira Dastoor: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Mahira Dastoor properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Livun & Mekhal Ceremony
The Kashmiri Pandit rituals that mark the bride's transition to womanhood.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Livun & Mekhal: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Livun & Mekhal.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Livun & Mekhal: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Livun & Mekhal properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Berana & Ghari Puja Ceremony
The Sindhi awakening — a night before, a morning after.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Berana & Ghari Puja: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Berana & Ghari Puja.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Berana & Ghari Puja: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Berana & Ghari Puja properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Mandvo & Mameru Ceremony
The Gujarati mandap raising and the maternal uncle's grand entry.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Mandvo & Mameru: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Mandvo & Mameru.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Mandvo & Mameru: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Mandvo & Mameru properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Aiburo Bhaat Ceremony
The Bengali bride's last meal as an unmarried woman.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Aiburo Bhaat: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Aiburo Bhaat.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Aiburo Bhaat: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Aiburo Bhaat properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Bou Bhaat Ceremony
The bride's first meal cooked in her new home.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Bou Bhaat: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Bou Bhaat.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Bou Bhaat: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Bou Bhaat properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Jaimala / Varmala Ceremony
The garland exchange — the couple's first mutual acceptance.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Jaimala / Varmala: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Jaimala / Varmala.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Jaimala / Varmala: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Jaimala / Varmala properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Hasta Melap Ceremony
The joining of hands — the couple's ritual first touch as husband and wife.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Hasta Melap: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Hasta Melap.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Hasta Melap: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Hasta Melap properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Sindoor Daan & Mangalsutra Ceremony
The two most visible symbols of a married Hindu woman.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Sindoor Daan & Mangalsutra: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Sindoor Daan & Mangalsutra.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Sindoor Daan & Mangalsutra: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Sindoor Daan & Mangalsutra properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Milni Ceremony
The formal introduction of the two families — brother to brother, uncle to uncle.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Milni: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Milni.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Milni: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Milni properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Doli (Sikh) Ceremony
The Sikh bride's farewell — with rice thrown over her shoulder.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Doli (Sikh): The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Doli (Sikh).
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Doli (Sikh): Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Doli (Sikh) properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Dholki Ceremony
The Pakistani women's night — drums, dance and dholki songs.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Dholki: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Dholki.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Dholki: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Dholki properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Rukhsati Ceremony
The Muslim bride's farewell — Quran held over her head.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Rukhsati: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Rukhsati.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Rukhsati: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Rukhsati properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Chauthi Ceremony
The bride's return to her parental home, four days after the wedding.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Chauthi: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Chauthi.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Chauthi: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Chauthi properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Manjha & Ubtan Ceremony
The Pakistani turmeric application — brighter, wetter, louder.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Manjha & Ubtan: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Manjha & Ubtan.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Manjha & Ubtan: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Manjha & Ubtan properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Kashi Yatra Ceremony
The mock-pilgrimage — the groom pretends to renounce marriage.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Kashi Yatra: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Kashi Yatra.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Kashi Yatra: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Kashi Yatra properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Oonjal Ceremony
The couple on a swing — a symbol of life's ups and downs.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Oonjal: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Oonjal.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Oonjal: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Oonjal properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Muhurtham Ceremony
The astrologically-chosen sacred minute of the wedding.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Muhurtham: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Muhurtham.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Muhurtham: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Muhurtham properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Saptapadi (South Indian) Ceremony
Seven steps — each with a vow more specific than the last.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Saptapadi (South Indian): The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Saptapadi (South Indian).
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Saptapadi (South Indian): Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Saptapadi (South Indian) properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Swayamvar (Nepali) Ceremony
The Nepali garland exchange — deeply Vedic, rarely photographed abroad.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Swayamvar (Nepali): The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Swayamvar (Nepali).
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Swayamvar (Nepali): Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Swayamvar (Nepali) properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Kandyan Poruwa Ceremony
The Sri Lankan platform ceremony — Kandyan royal in every detail.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Kandyan Poruwa: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Kandyan Poruwa.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Kandyan Poruwa: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Kandyan Poruwa properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Achumichu Ceremony
The Parsi welcome ritual — egg, coconut and rice.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Achumichu: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Achumichu.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Achumichu: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Achumichu properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Minnu Kettu Ceremony
The Syrian Christian gold cross pendant — Kerala's marriage symbol.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Minnu Kettu: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Minnu Kettu.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Minnu Kettu: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Minnu Kettu properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Roce Ceremony Ceremony
The Goan Catholic anointing — coconut milk instead of turmeric.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Roce Ceremony: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Roce Ceremony.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Roce Ceremony: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Roce Ceremony properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Muh Dikhai Ceremony
The formal unveiling of the bride to her new family.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Muh Dikhai: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Muh Dikhai.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Muh Dikhai: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Muh Dikhai properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Pag Phera Ceremony
The bride's first return home — brothers come to collect her.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Pag Phera: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Pag Phera.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Pag Phera: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Pag Phera properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Cocktail Night Ceremony
The modern South Asian wedding's Western twin — champagne and choreography.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Cocktail Night: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Cocktail Night.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Cocktail Night: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Cocktail Night properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Post-Wedding Brunch Ceremony
The exhale — everyone in linen, mimosas at 11.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Post-Wedding Brunch: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Post-Wedding Brunch.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Post-Wedding Brunch: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Post-Wedding Brunch properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Golden Hour Portraits Ceremony
The 45 minutes that produce the album cover.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Golden Hour Portraits: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Golden Hour Portraits.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Golden Hour Portraits: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Golden Hour Portraits properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Trash the Dress Ceremony
Post-wedding editorial where the dress finally gets to move.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Trash the Dress: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Trash the Dress.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Trash the Dress: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Trash the Dress properly.
Reference · 10 min read
The Complete Guide to the Save-the-Date Film Ceremony
A 60-second cinematic to announce the date.
Photography · 8 min read
Photographing the Save-the-Date Film: The Complete Brief
What every artist needs to know before shooting a Save-the-Date Film.
Planning · 7 min read
Planning a Save-the-Date Film: Timeline, Etiquette & Guest Guide
Everything a family and their guests need to know to attend a Save-the-Date Film properly.