A Gujarati wedding is a series of beautiful rituals spread over several days. Sharing a clear shot list with your photographer makes sure no important moment is missed. Here is the checklist we use at Deep Studio – save it and share it with your family.
Before the wedding day
- Ganesh Sthapana: the family puja, close-ups of the idol, elders performing the aarti.
- Mandap Muhurat: the first rituals at the mandap, family members together.
- Pithi (Haldi): candid laughter, close-ups of the turmeric paste, cousins joining in.
- Mehendi: detail shots of the design, the bride’s hands with the groom’s name hidden, the mehendi artist at work.
- Sangeet and Garba / Dandiya: wide shots of the circle, dancing couples, family performances, slow-motion video clips for Reels.
Wedding day – getting ready
- Bride’s outfit, panetar or gharchola, jewellery and footwear laid out as detail shots.
- Final touches – the dupatta, the maang tikka, the mother helping.
- Groom getting ready, the safa (turban) being tied.
Wedding day – ceremonies
- Jaan (Baraat): the groom’s arrival, dancing, band and dhol.
- Ponkhvu: the bride’s mother welcoming the groom – a playful moment, including the nose-pulling tradition.
- Madhuparka and Antarpat: the bride’s entry behind the cloth, the first look when the antarpat is lowered.
- Kanyadaan and Hast Milap: emotional close-ups of parents and the joined hands.
- Mangal Fera and Saptapadi: each phera, the seven steps, wide shots of the mandap.
- Kansar: the couple feeding each other.
- Akhiyan Mithi and family portraits: plan a list of family groups in advance so it runs quickly.
- Vidaai: an emotional farewell – stay close, the best moments are unplanned.
Reception
- The couple’s entry, stage portraits with guests, décor and food details.
- A short couple session outside with evening light, 10–15 minutes is enough.
Tips for families
- Share the muhurat timings with your photographer a week before.
- Name one cousin as the “photo coordinator” to gather family groups.
- Keep a small, well-lit space for getting-ready photos.
- Ask for short teasers – families love sharing a one-minute film on WhatsApp and Instagram the next day.
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Deep Studio covers Gujarati weddings in Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar with candid photography, cinematic films and Reels-ready teasers. See our portfolio, read about our services, or send us your dates for a free quote within a day.
