Mukunthan & Darmika(Ms. Organized) wanted a next day edit to show at their reception this past long weekend. I didn’t want to project regular edit for them, but I remembered a significant difference in their ceremony that they had mentioned earlier in one of our meetings. During the ceremony, when it comes to the groom putting the Thaali on the bride – it takes several family members to secure it. It is because the the screw that attaches both ends together is so tiny that it could be lost with one slip of the fingers. But Darmika was set on Mukunthan putting the Thaali on by himself as she felt that to be a more emotional connection (which by the way – I fully agree with). So within the 2 weeks I prepared mentally for a story never told before (hopefully).

Mukunthan had planned to practice tying the Thaali the morning of his wedding ceremony and I wanted to make sure that we captured it. I also wanted to add more depth to the couples idea – by paying a visit to Mukunthan’s house to film the preparation and blessing of the Thaali.

Mukunthan & Darmika were so much fun to film – they had full trust in my abilities to do what I do. So now I’ve thrown out the title of “clients”  away from them and replaced it with “friends”. Their whole family treated us as one of Darmika’s 22 cousins (and NO that is not a typo).

I wish you both the best in Life and Marriage.

To my “friends” Mukunthan & Darmika

I present °• Only You •°

On our first day we had a chance to check Atlantis and its surroundings out, including the venues where the events were taking place. One of the things that shocked me was how cold it was in Bahamas, we were caught off guard. I got to shoot and test out our equipments that evening (you can check this link for the clip).

The next day Neha and Prakash had planned a visit to our close mammal friends, Dolphins, but the forecast had called for rain. Once we got outside we saw sun, so we tagged along with them. It was definitely an experience, but unfortunately the staff wouldn’t allow us with our cameras into the water so we had to shoot from a distance. That same night Neha and Prakash held a mehndi/sangeet, the evening was filled with steelpan, dancing, food, drinks, singing and to top everything off a big fish tank in the background.

The last day of events was of course the wedding, and it was spectacular. We had the beautiful Atlantis hotel as the backdrop, wild winds to add drama to our attires and Neha & Prakash to start their new lives together.

I want to thank Evan again for all the hard work that he put in.

Photography: Azure Blue Photography

Wedding Coordinator: Elan Weddings

While shooting there I noticed that I had to work without any natural light coming in because it was still dark outside – but because of our new cameras we didn’t have to carry around any free-standing lights – so that was solved. Now Jenan & Aarthy, they’re bit of a reserved couple, but nevertheless getting married to the one you love brings out the joy in you. As the day progressed and they were figuring out that it was THEIR day – Mr. and Mrs. Reserve decided to leave the building and we were left with Jenan & Aarthy.

If you know anything about Hindu weddings then you will notice something different about the way I edited this clip (hint: the title) – have a go at it.

I want to thank Evan, just for being Evan and shooting great footage with me. Also want to thank the husband and wife duo – Mayavee Photography – for being just wonderful people aside from their extraordinary work.

Photography: Mayavee Photography
Makeup: Dimple Shah
Venue: Le Jardin

A quick shout out to Stacey and Meghan from Azure Blue Photography and Leah from Elan Weddings.

Kick back, grab a bahama mama (Bahama’s No.1 drink, don’t know why – it tastes awful) and press play.

Event Coordinator: Dreamers Wedding & Events

Photography: Z Molu Photography

Reception Venue: Angus Glen