Whether intimate or editorial, candid or curated, expect works of art when you commission Photography By Gagan for your big day. Khush Wedding’s resident photography expert, Gagan Sharma is the most sought-after destination wedding photographer in the UK and Europe. Weddings give the genius an opportunity to capture minute details and major moments during a memorable day in a couple’s life. Using a combination of high-tech camera and artistic flair, he describes his style as timeless, natural, and with an understated elegance.
We got in touch with Gagan to get a scoop on how to get unforgettable portraits. Scroll through to find out his tips and tricks.
From The Top
“It’s of utmost importance to me to understand the couple, their story and their aspirations for their wedding day. The more they allow me into their world, and as early as possible into their planning process, the better their images will be,” Gagan explains.
Be Yourself
Whether you’re a romantic couple or adventure seekers, Gagan recommends couple to bring out their true selves in their portraits too. “It’s the best way to have fun and feel like yourself.”
Blend In
“Whether there are tears of joy or playful moments, weddings are full of authentic emotions. The idea is to blend in with the guests.”
Candid Capture
Instead of staged shoots, Gagan feels, “a detail oriented and documentary approach is ideal to shoot special moments.”
Raw Deal
The destination wedding genius suggests capturing the quintessence of a place with raw, real emotions to tell the full story of a couple through each and every snapshot.
Keep Calm
Gagan’s advice for camera-conscious couples is to “relax, have fun and connect with people around you.” To ensure perfection, he edits every picture himself. “I don’t place any restrictions. It’s your wedding, your images.”
Let There Be Light
“Florals and natural light will never go out of style. I’m. natural light photographer and try to optimise it for portraits.”
The Vibe
“I ensure to do justice to a destination wedding by including all the beautiful elements that make it special—cultural, architectural, wedding décor and people. The essence is to build it all up with all these different elements, so it tells a heart-warming story.”
Varied Style
From sitting to standing shots, Gagan encourages his couples to try different variations and poses across the venue. He also likes to capture posed pictures and plandids to make up stunning portraits.
Show Some Love
Be it kisses or romantic exchanges, Gagan is all for showcasing the perfect chemistry between two partners. Such pictures are timeless and great to take you back to the big day.
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Photography By Gagan
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