All I can really say about this wedding is how much I appreciated the opportunity to photograph this multi-day event. Indian weddings are colorful, challenging, and incredible. The story, customs, and symbolism are everything. A huge kudos goes out to both the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, and The Crystal Tea Room for providing impeccable service to these folks.
I don't ordinarily post this many images from a wedding, but the storyline demanded I do so. Here are some images from their event, beginning with the Mehandi ceremony followed by the Shaadi, and finally the reception. Special thanks to Susan Stripling for shooting the christian event for me on Saturday the 5th!Comments are always welcomed.
oh man, i was walking by the ceremony when the groom was on the horse at 12/Market! very cool to see it from the other side.
Posted by: albert | November 06, 2009 at 01:13 AM
oh my these are just so incredibly beautiful that I had to comment, seriously wow.
corinnexxx
Posted by: corinne delis | November 06, 2009 at 01:50 AM
Holy smokes, Cliff! What a spectacular wedding and the photos are just incredible. You've outdone yourself even! :)
Posted by: Keith Rowell | November 06, 2009 at 03:34 AM
These are phenomenal images! My absolute favorite is the one with the bride's arms crossed over her chest, with only her eyelashes in focus. Absolutely amazing - I feel like that one should win an award:)
Posted by: Tina | November 06, 2009 at 09:10 AM
Great images! Such a great wedding!
Posted by: Alexa Catalin | November 06, 2009 at 12:51 PM
Incredibly beautiful photographs. I hope some of your great talent has been absorbed by my son.
Posted by: Peter Eastwood | November 07, 2009 at 09:14 AM
Spectacular work, Cliff. The colors are sublime.
Posted by: craig stodola | November 07, 2009 at 11:37 AM
Wow! amazing wedding,honestly i never seen a wedding like this before and i'd like to experience to attend once. :)
winnie
Posted by: wedding packages | November 12, 2009 at 12:28 AM
Amazing! The color in these is phenomenal! What a beautiful event and beautifully captured!
Posted by: Zach Goodyear | November 12, 2009 at 02:48 AM
Colourful shots ~ very nice :)
Posted by: Gilbert Wong | November 12, 2009 at 04:00 AM
好棒的作品 ～
Posted by: Ashley | November 17, 2009 at 04:59 AM
Fantastic!!!
Posted by: Tunji Sarumi | November 17, 2009 at 08:55 PM
Don't you get tired of people sucking up to your work? I sure hope not because I'm going to do the same. This wedding was extraordinary. I am in awe of your lighting techniques. You live so close to me but it's like we are worlds apart when it comes to your images. If I can get half as good as you I'd consider myself really lucky.
Posted by: Marc Matteo | November 18, 2009 at 12:33 PM
these are gorgeous, cliff!
Posted by: susan stripling | November 22, 2009 at 10:55 PM
amazing work. what lighting do you use for the reception?
Posted by: lucy | November 28, 2009 at 02:22 PM
Stunning!
Posted by: Adam Cavanagh | December 10, 2009 at 04:54 AM
Every picture is gorgeous Cliff. All the colors, emotions and lighting are spectacular!
Posted by: Doreen Kline | December 19, 2009 at 03:09 PM
Spectacular work, Mr. M -- Hindu ceremonies are full of such subtle but emotional moments, and you nailed it. Thank you for sharing!
Posted by: Andy Pauquette | January 10, 2010 at 10:48 PM
The detail is unbelievable. Wonderful couple and beautiful photos.
Posted by: Bernd Zeugswetter | January 25, 2010 at 04:24 AM
Its been a while since I've seen something beautiful enough to make me tear up!... lovely beautiful ...(.I'm saving up for a workshop with you...)
Posted by: Amy | February 23, 2010 at 07:41 PM
BRAVOOOOOOOO! Realy realy love it!
Posted by: Nina Vilas Boas | May 08, 2010 at 09:22 AM
Very strange and exotic!
Posted by: Winstrol | June 18, 2010 at 09:18 AM
My mom did the henna on the bride.
Posted by: Neil Patel | June 24, 2010 at 09:37 PM
All I can say WOW.........
I have seen wedding images.....but nothing compare to what you have taken.
Being Indian I know how colorful our weddings are, and what you have captured is beyond to put in words.
Posted by: D. Ram | October 21, 2010 at 04:28 PM
when i was young, i have more and more money, but some times is lost. ~~~
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