--- title: "Artistic Pre-Wedding Shoots: Tell Your Unique Love Story" description: "Capturing real emotions through artistic pre-wedding photography. From Varanasi ghats to urban settings, let's create a raw, moody pre-wedding session together." canonical: https://mytribe.in/thenikonuser/wedding-event-photography/our-story-our-way last_updated: 2025-09-15 --- # Artistic Pre-Wedding Shoots: Tell Your Unique Love Story Tribe Verified · Documentary-style pre-wedding photography across India. By [Rishav Raj](https://mytribe.in/thenikonuser) · Studio in Patna; Travels across India for shoots · ₹18K per session (estimate) Part of [Wedding & Event Photography](https://mytribe.in/thenikonuser/wedding-event-photography). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/thenikonuser/wedding-event-photography/gallery) Pre-wedding shoots are our creative playground. I work with you to craft an artistic shoot that feels true to your story, whether it's on the timeless ghats of Varanasi or in a place that holds personal meaning for you. ## Photos and videos - ![A wide shot from our Varanasi pre-wedding session, capturing the couple as they soak in the view of the ghats from their boat. The image establishes a sense of place, showing their shared moment against the vast, historic cityscape.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a66205b8-601e-4d95-90b0-c028a5e8afdb) - ![An intimate moment on the boat, with the Ganges river as the backdrop. This candid couple portrait captures a shared laugh, reflecting the easy chemistry and joy between them during their destination pre-wedding shoot.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e194efd1-c845-4302-a04e-acdad0f75245) - ![Using the bride's red dupatta to frame the shot, I created a playful and romantic image. The bright sunlight filtering through the fabric gives the photo a warm, happy glow, perfect for a pre-wedding memory.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4784ac1b-f732-4d48-abee-02fe312b92ee) - ![A close-up shot from the same series, focusing on the couple's joyful expressions as they look at each other. This intimate framing captures the genuine connection and happiness shared between them.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f785294d-15be-4b2f-85c4-b6196e2cdee5) - ![A minimalist and powerful couple portrait against a clear blue sky. The simplicity of the background puts all the focus on their embrace and the striking contrast of the bride's red saree.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e02959c7-4ab7-42ac-b425-3a4bb2abf9fa) - ![An extreme close-up capturing the tender moment just before a kiss. This shot is all about intimacy, focusing on the soft light on their faces and the palpable sense of affection.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b41bfbb2-b87b-488e-a406-4c0014886540) - ![A detail shot of the couple holding hands during their pre-wedding session. This simple, symbolic gesture of connection and promise is a powerful part of their love story.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bd98ba59-25f8-4de7-ae51-9ae843c1a9b8) ## About Our Story, Our Way I don't believe in stiff poses or perfection. My process starts with a moodboard—whether we're planning a vintage aesthetic or a raw, candid shoot—to ensure your personality shines through. We will spend 4-6 hours working on your look and vibe, so you feel natural and comfortable in front of the lens. Your pre-wedding shoot should be a memory, not just a rehearsal. I treat these sessions as a creative collaboration, pulling from my experience in fashion and documentary photography to capture who you actually are. ### The Creative Process Before the camera comes out, we align on a vision. We’ll discuss the mood—maybe it’s the quiet intensity of the Varanasi ghats, or a more urban, street-style shoot in Delhi. We develop a moodboard that helps us experiment with lighting, reflection, and framing. ### What to Expect This is a 4-6 hour session where we keep things loose. You can bring up to 3 outfit changes, and I’ll help with styling and posing so you don't feel like you're performing. We focus on the connection, the glances, and the small, honest moments that often get missed in the rush of wedding planning. ### Deliverables Every session results in 25 high-end, magazine-quality retouched images, along with 100+ color-corrected soft copies that tell your story. I also include 5 vertical crops optimized for your social media. Whether you want me in Patna, Mumbai, or elsewhere, I am ready to travel to your chosen location to capture your story, your way. ## About Rishav Raj I’m Shantanu. I chase the raw, unfiltered moments. Your pre-wedding shoot isn't just about pretty pictures; it’s about capturing the quiet tension, the laughs, and the unique energy that only you two share. 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