Indian weddings are known for being vibrant, energetic and fun. They are also relatively longer than other weddings in Singapore and can last up to a few days. Filled with extensive ceremonies and rituals, photographing an Indian wedding for the first time can be overwhelming. However, with the burst of colours and exciting atmosphere, Indian weddings can be extremely fun to shoot. As there may be more than one event occurring at the same time, a 2nd photographer is essential for Indian weddings.
Hence, here is a rough guide on what to look out for when shooting Indian weddings.
1. What Rituals?
The rituals and ceremonies held in an Indian wedding differs from couple to couple due to a diversity in customs and beliefs. For example, there are Hindu, Punjabi, Sikh weddings among others in Singapore which differ slightly from each other. Hence, it is important to ask the couple for the clear timeline of events for their wedding. This allows you to research and plan shots ahead. It also ensures you do not get overwhelmed or confused on the wedding day and end up missing important moments.
While discussing with the couple, you should also gain an understanding of anything you should avoid doing that can be rude and disrespectful.
2. Lights
Identify where the light sources are and check what type of lights are used to illuminate the stage. In most occasions, Indian weddings have extremely warm incandescent lights. With a variety of bright popping colours from the outfits of the guests and decorations, you should experiment beforehand to figure out what camera settings you should use to achieve the best wedding photographs.
3. Be Bold
Indian weddings usually function like a big party where everyone is having fun and bustling around. Thus, you should not hesitate to move around to get a variety of shots. This also means that some guests may crowd around the couple or subject you’re photographing. In situations like these, you should also be bold but stay polite to get your shot.
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