Wedding Photography in Mountains and Lakes
Nature provides the grandest backdrop for your story. From the quiet hills of Mussoorie to the still waters of Udaipur, I find the moments that feel as calm and endless as the landscapes themselves.
A pre-wedding film that tells a story in the breathtaking landscapes of Kashmir, blending epic drone shots with intimate, personal moments.
Ayush and Ashi walking through a lush green meadow in Mussoorie, surrounded by towering pine trees, a perfect picture of serenity.
A beautiful, happy close-up of Pooja and Gaurav, with the rolling green hills of Udaipur creating a soft, romantic background.
A timeless black and white portrait of Kapil and Ritika on a boat in Varanasi, capturing a quiet moment on the sacred Ganges.
A candid black and white shot of a couple on a rickshaw in Varanasi, capturing the authentic spirit of the city.
A collage of the couple on a boat, showcasing the serene and expansive feel of the river.
An artistic portrait of the couple, their names framing a joyful, candid moment.
A romantic picnic scene with the couple relaxing in a meadow in Mussoorie.
A collage capturing the essence of Bir Billing, from the local scenery to a paraglider in the sky, telling the story of where the couple first met.
Anuj and Kanika running joyfully through a field in Bir Billing, a moment of pure, carefree love.
About Serene Escapes: Mountains & Lakes
When shooting in places like Mussoorie or Kashmir, the landscape is only half the story. I focus on how the scale of the mountains or the stillness of a lake reflects your connection. You won't find me directing rigid poses or forcing a look; instead, I prioritize finding that quiet, authentic pause where you are just existing together, completely uninterrupted by the camera. The result is a set of images that feel like a memory of the day, not a production of it.
Finding the Stillness in Destination Shoots
Photography in high-altitude or lakeside settings offers a unique challenge: the temptation to make everything 'grand.' While the drone shots provide that cinematic scale, my primary goal remains the same regardless of the location—capturing the intimacy between you. Whether we are in the misty pines of Mussoorie or on a boat in the middle of a lake in Udaipur, I work with the natural light and the rhythm of the environment, not against it.
My Approach to Nature Photography
- Natural Lighting: I rely heavily on the soft, diffused light of the mountains or the golden hour reflected off the water to frame your portraits. This avoids the harsh, artificial look and keeps the skin tones genuine.
- Unobtrusive Cinematography: My team and I understand that you are here to experience the destination, not to spend hours looking at a camera lens. We keep the equipment light and our presence minimal, which allows for candid shots of genuine laughter, quiet conversations, and those fleeting moments of connection.
- The Technical Edge: From professional lapel microphones to capture your vows against the wind to using gimbals for stable, smooth motion in varied terrain, the gear is always there to serve the story, never to distract from it.
Planning Your Shoot
If you are planning a destination wedding, remember that logistics play a major role. I prefer to have a conversation about your itinerary before we finalize the shoot plan. This ensures we utilize the best times of day for light and accessibility, especially in places where the terrain requires a bit of travel time. Whether it's a pre-wedding shoot in Bir Billing or a full-scale wedding in a royal lakeside property, I aim to create a narrative that is authentic to you.
Stories by Kunal Sahni
I'm Kunal. I don't believe in just showing up and clicking buttons. I look for the space between people, the silence that happens when you are in a place that takes your breath away.
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