Pre-Wedding Journeys & Editorial Elopements
Beyond the wedding day, there is the quiet beauty of your journey together. Whether in a historic city or a remote mountain peak, I document your connection with a cinematic, editorial eye.
Sankriti and Rahul enjoying the view in Cappadocia, Turkey. This pre-wedding shoot was an adventure, capturing their love against a backdrop of ancient history and stunning landscapes.
A quiet, romantic moment from Sankriti and Rahul's pre-wedding shoot in Istanbul. The black and white tones and the seagulls in the background add a timeless, cinematic feel.
The beautiful Ortaköy Mosque in Istanbul, a key feature of Sankriti and Rahul's pre-wedding photography tour of the city.
A romantic portrait of Nikita and Rishabh at the Udaivilas. Pre-wedding shoots at your destination are a wonderful way to get comfortable and capture beautiful, relaxed portraits.
A moody and atmospheric black and white portrait of Priyanka and Luke at the Oberoi Rajvilas. This post-wedding shoot has a very editorial and high-fashion feel.
The bride-to-be, Sankriti, exploring the ancient stone pathways of Cappadocia. These solo portraits are a beautiful part of the pre-wedding narrative.
A beautifully lit portrait of Sankriti in Cappadocia. The play of light and shadow creates a dramatic and artistic effect.
About this collection
For these sessions, I arrive early to scout the light and the architecture of our location. This is not just about posing; it is about finding the moments where your chemistry meets the landscape, ensuring we create portraits that feel candid, intimate, and entirely yours.
When we step away from the rush of the main wedding events, we find space for the real story. My approach to pre-wedding and elopement photography is grounded in cinematic storytelling. Whether we are walking the stone pathways of Cappadocia or standing against the serene backdrop of the Swiss Alps, my goal is to frame your love within the context of a larger narrative.
My mother, Nisha Kundnani, often joins these sessions to assist with styling. This collaboration allows us to focus on the interplay between your wardrobe and the location, ensuring the aesthetic is cohesive and timeless. We work with you to understand the setting—whether it is the royal architecture of an Indian palace or the raw beauty of a coastline—so that your portraits feel grounded in the place you chose.
Technically, I use high-resolution mirrorless systems and off-camera lighting to manage various environments, from low-light interiors to harsh outdoor sun. I provide 40-50 high-end retouched portraits from an 8-hour session, ensuring every image meets an editorial standard suitable for print or a coffee table album. My objective is to create a visual legacy that captures who you were at this exact moment in your lives. If you have a specific destination in mind, I am ready to travel.
Suraj Patel
I am Suraj. I do not just shoot photos; I chase stories from London’s streets to Udaipur’s palaces. My mother, Nisha, joins me to handle the luxury styling, and together, we turn your pre-wedding moments into something timeless.
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