How to Choose the Right Indian Wedding Photographer: 5 Key Tip

Choosing the right wedding photographer is one of the most important decisions you’ll make for your big day. Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, filled with moments of love, joy, and tradition that deserve to be captured beautifully and authentically. A skilled photographer does more than take pictures—they document emotions, preserve fleeting memories, and tell the unique story of your union. Especially for Indian weddings, with their vibrant colors, intricate details, and rich cultural rituals, it’s essential to have a photographer who understands and respects these traditions. The images from your wedding will become cherished keepsakes, passed down through generations, allowing you to relive your special day over and over again.

Here are 5 key tips to helping you choose the right photographer for your big event.

1. Experienced in South Asian Weddings

The term “Indian Wedding” is such a broad term. From the North to the South and from one village to the next, every family has their own customs and traditions. It’s important to tell your photographer what type of wedding you are having. Capturing a North Hindu ceremony is different from a Punjabi Sikh ceremony. Having an experienced photographer ensures that they understand the proper etiquette to follow to respect your religion but also to know and anticipate the rituals to capture every moment properly.

Understanding customs and traditions is one thing, but it’s also important to have experiences dealing with the different family members. From our experiences, South Asian weddings tend to be very family focused and have more people involved. It’s vital your photographer is comfortable communicating with everyone involved.

We personally love shooting South Asian Weddings. Each event is different and we love seeing new traditions being passed down. In New England, it’s such a tight knit community. We’ve had the honor of working with the same families and group of friends. We love showing up to a wedding and seeing familiar faces!

2. Make Sure You Get Along With Your Photographer

Your wedding photographer and filmmaker (if you’re having one) are the vendors you’ll spend the most time with—not just on your wedding day but throughout the entire process. From planning the timeline to capturing every moment of your wedding weekend and staying connected even after the event, we’ll be working closely together. And if your wedding includes multiple events we’ll be spending a lot of time together.

Unlike other vendors, we’ll be interacting one-on-one quite a bit, so it’s important to choose someone you genuinely enjoy being around—someone you can chat and laugh with easily. When you feel relaxed and comfortable, it shows in your photos. Those authentic, natural moments are what make your images feel real and timeless, turning them into memories you’ll treasure for years to come. Plus, having a good vibe with your photographer and filmmaker just makes the whole experience more fun for everyone!

3. Know What Type Of Products You Are Receiving

Every photography studio structures their services and products differently, so it’s important to know exactly what you’re getting when you book. Beyond capturing all your events, be sure to ask what kind of final deliverables you’ll receive after the wedding. For instance, some photographers include printed items like albums and prints in their packages but sell digital files separately. Others might only offer digital photos, which could be delivered as a download link, on a USB drive, or even a physical hard drive. Since these options can affect the overall package price, it’s always a good idea to clarify upfront.

When we started over 10 years ago, we included wedding albums in our top package, thinking it was a great value. What we didn’t expect was that many couples didn’t realize they were getting an album, and because it wasn’t a top priority for them, the process of finalizing the design often stalled. Now, we structure our packages based on hours of coverage, with the option to purchase prints or albums later. This way, couples only pay for what they truly want, and it keeps things simple and flexible. It’s a system that works for us—and, more importantly, for our couples!

4. Review Their Portfolio for Style and Versatility

Every wedding photographer brings their unique artistic perspective to their work, which is why reviewing their portfolio is such an essential step in choosing the right fit for your big day. Start by exploring their past work to identify their predominant style. Are they focused on traditional, posed portraits, or do they specialize in capturing candid, spontaneous moments? Perhaps their style leans more toward cinematic storytelling, blending dynamic angles with dramatic lighting. Whatever their approach, it should align with the vision you have for your wedding.

Indian weddings are multifaceted, with deeply emotional rituals, vibrant celebrations, and intimate family moments. It’s important that the photographer’s portfolio demonstrates versatility in capturing all these elements. Look for examples of how they handle different settings: the tender emotions of a Kanyadaan, the exuberance of a Baraat, or the elegance of a reception dance floor. A photographer who excels in one area but lacks range may miss out on important aspects of your celebration.

Additionally, examine how they highlight details—like intricate mehendi designs, stunning bridal attire, or traditional decor—and how they balance these with broader, storytelling moments. Their work should not only reflect technical skill but also an ability to tell a cohesive story that resonates emotionally. By carefully reviewing a portfolio for both style and versatility, you can ensure the photographer will bring your wedding vision to life in a way that feels authentic and timeless.

We always suggest requesting full wedding galleries from your perspective photographer. This way you can see how the capture the entire wedding day and not just the best shots from each wedding. It’s important to check their overall consistency and quality.

5. Discuss Their Team Size

When chatting with couples, one of the biggest surprises we often hear is how many don’t realize that photography studios operate in completely different ways. For example, some studios are large and have multiple teams, allowing them to book several weddings on the same weekend. Some even outsource photographers from outside their organization to cover events. Then there are studios like us—small, focused, and intentional. We only take on one wedding per weekend, and when you hire us, you’re guaranteed to have us at your wedding.

We’ve chosen to stay small because we believe it’s the best way to ensure quality, professionalism, and that you’re truly investing in our artistic vision. You’re not just getting a photographer—you’re getting our personal commitment to making your wedding unforgettable.

When you’re researching studios, be sure to ask whether the photographer you’re meeting is the one who will actually shoot your wedding or if it’ll be an associate. It’s a small question that makes a big difference in your overall experience!