One of the exciting things about being a destination wedding photographer is that I get to travel to other places to photograph one of the most amazing days in couple’s lives. This adventure took me to Sacramento, CA for Anish and Nirali’s Hindu Indian wedding at the Hyatt Regency, situation just across the street from Capitol Park and the CA Capitol building. I’ve actually been to this park many times and it’s beautiful trees and towering Capitol building make for a lovely backdrop. Wildfire smoke had settled in the area, creating a hazy setting, but also softening the sunlight considerably, making for some great outdoor lighting. Nirali wore an incredibly ornate and beautiful red lehenga with gold accents. The intricate detail was absolutely gorgeous, especially with all of her beautiful jewelry! They both truly looked like absolute royalty! And what an amazing wedidng it was, from getting ready, to their beautiful first look and photoshoot in Capitol Park, to the baraat, Hindu ceremony, and the reception party that followed! Just wait until you see their reception outfits as well!

Congratulations Anish and Nirali! Thank you for letting us capture your amazing day! We had a wonderful time with you and your family and friends! Enjoy your first sneak peek at a few of the many highlights! More coming soon!

What an incredible moment this was! Nirali’s Mom was about to pinch Anish’s nose and one of Anish’s relatives quickly swooped in for the block! It isa custom for the Mother of the bride to basically show the groom in a playful way that she’s the boss by pinching the groom’s nose here during the brief rituals before he enter’s the mandap for the ceremony.

But she gets her nose in the end!