CandleLight Studio

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Award-Winning Indian Wedding Photography Services

CandleLight Studio has been redefining Indian wedding photography for over two decades, combining cultural expertise with cutting-edge technology to capture timeless memories. Our team of award-winning photographers and videographers specializes in Indian, Punjabi, Muslim, and Guyanese weddings, serving clients across New York City, New Jersey, Houston, and globally through destination services. With a deep understanding of traditional rituals and modern storytelling techniques, we employ cinematic videography, drone coverage, and live streaming to document every emotion and detail. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 1600+ satisfied couples and recognition by industry leaders like The Knot and WeddingWire.

We prioritize personalized service, offering customizable packages and 24/7 support to ensure every client's vision is realized. Our technical expertise extends to high-definition editing, vertical video optimization for digital sharing, and creating heirloom-quality photo albums. As both artists and memory-keepers, we approach each event with cultural sensitivity and creative innovation, transforming fleeting moments into enduring visual narratives that families will cherish across generations.

Services

Wedding Photography Videography Drone Coverage Live Streaming Photo Albums Cinematic Editing Destination Weddings Vertical Video Production Pre-Wedding Shoots Cultural Ritual Documentation

Highlights and features

20+ years of specialized experience in Indian wedding photography
Award-winning team featured in The Knot and WeddingWire
24/7 personalized client support throughout the planning process
Live streaming and drone coverage for comprehensive event documentation
Customizable packages for intimate to grand-scale weddings

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Services

Wedding Photography

Our wedding photography service meticulously documents every moment from pre-ceremony preparations to post-reception celebrations. Using high-resolution cameras and advanced lighting techniques, we capture traditional rituals, candid interactions, and posed portraits with artistic composition. Each package includes professional editing, ensuring vibrant colors and perfect exposures that reflect the event's atmosphere. Clients receive all images in digital format with print rights.

Cinematic Videography

We create emotionally resonant wedding films that combine multiple camera angles, drone footage, and professional audio recording. Our editing process incorporates dynamic transitions, custom soundtracks, and narrative sequencing to tell your unique love story. Packages offer full-length documentaries and highlight reels optimized for both traditional viewing and social media sharing through vertical video formats.

Drone Coverage

Our FAA-certified drone operators capture breathtaking aerial perspectives of wedding venues and ceremonies. This service documents large-scale events from unique angles, showcasing architectural details and guest interactions in expansive settings. Footage integrates seamlessly with ground-level recordings to create comprehensive visual narratives that emphasize the event's grandeur.

Live Streaming

This service enables real-time virtual attendance through professional-grade streaming equipment and redundant internet connections. We optimize camera placements and audio feeds specifically for digital audiences, ensuring remote guests experience key moments with broadcast-quality clarity and emotional immediacy.

Photo Albums

Our premium flush-mount albums feature archival-quality materials and customizable layouts selected in collaboration with clients. Each 25-page/50-side book includes a protective acrylic cover and custom presentation box. Albums are designed to showcase both artistic spreads and chronological storytelling elements from the wedding day coverage.

People

Surinder Singh

Founder & Lead Photographer

With 25 years of experience and a Fine Arts degree from St. John's University, Surinder Singh has captured over 2,100 weddings globally. Recognized by American Wedding Group and Professional Photographers of America, he combines technical mastery with cultural understanding to create timeless visual narratives.

Questions

What types of wedding photography services do you offer?

We provide full-service coverage including pre-wedding consultations, day-of photography, cinematic videography, drone coverage, live streaming, and custom album design for Indian, Punjabi, Muslim, and Guyanese weddings.

Do you offer customizable wedding packages?

Yes, we offer fully customizable packages with options for coverage duration, number of photographers, and post-production services. Clients can select from our BASIC, BRONZE, SILVER, and GOLDEN tier structures as starting points.

How far in advance should I book your services?

We recommend booking 6-12 months in advance for peak wedding seasons. However, we maintain flexibility for last-minute requests and can accommodate urgent bookings when availability permits.

Do you provide destination wedding services?

Yes, we specialize in destination weddings globally. Additional travel fees apply for locations outside our primary service areas of New York, New Jersey, and Houston.

What sets your studio apart from other wedding photographers?

Our unique combination of cultural expertise, technical innovation, and storytelling artistry distinguishes us. We offer specialized knowledge of South Asian wedding traditions combined with modern production techniques like vertical video optimization and cinematic editing.

How do you handle post-production editing?

Our post-production process includes color correction, exposure adjustments, and selective retouching while maintaining natural aesthetics. We deliver both edited and unedited versions of all selected images within agreed timelines.

Reviews (7)

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Raveena Christenlall

Dec 03, 2021 Report

Surinder, Thank you for the best team! First of all, they were very patient with me. I was very tired and could barely keep my eyes opened but they waited until i could get the right pictures in! They were very professional and gave great suggestions for poses. I am 110% satisfied with my pictures and clips received for my entire wedding. Pictures capture memories for a lifetime and these guys did a really great job capturing all the right moments! Thank you so much for being such a great team to me and my family. We definitely recommend hiring Candle Light Studio to capture all your memories.

Jane Doe

Nov 21, 2021 Report

Actually, the place is wherever your event is. I have been at several CandleLight Studio events in various capacities and have always found the staff to be very professional. They arrive early, take the time to get to know the event participants, and make sure to arrange the photography and videography to be as unobtrusive as possible while capturing key photos and video in high-definition. All the post production work is done with care and provided timely.

No customer has to call a second time to get their work; previews are provided on line, and albums are the highest quality. I highly recommend them to anyone wanting the finest in photography and videography.

Don Bosco Ramkanali Ramkanali

Nov 17, 2021 Report

Coming to New York for our destination wedding was one of my greatest delights. I had always wanted a destination wedding, and I always looked forward to having it in New York. I had processed the venue in my head and how I wanted it to be. Sadly, we got to New York and found out that someone had already booked the venue we wanted to use. I was disturbed because I felt my dreams were not going to be a reality anymore.

Thanks to CandleLight Studio, I had contacted them earlier after my colleague Poonam introduced them to me. They rallied around and helped me with the venue, and we were able to secure the venue just when it seemed impossible. I appreciate Surinder Singh for his support and the beautiful Videos and Pictures he took. I sincerely can't wait to have CandleLight Studio for Photography at my sister's wedding in New Jersey. Sonu & Harmeet

Isabella Ramnarine

Oct 15, 2021 Report

During my wedding it was a challenge finding a photographer videographer that was reasonable but yet provided everything I wanted and dreamed of for my wedding day. I did a lot of research and came across Mr. Singh owner of Candle Light Studios he and his team covered two days of my wedding 10+ hours each day, they were so patient gave us ideas on how to pose, where to take our pictures ext. When I finally received my photos, videos, & album I was so lost for words on how beautiful and amazing the quality of each image was.

I have recommended so many people towards this company and I will continue to do so I cannot wait for future business with you all again. Thank you so much for making a brides dream come true. I also have to say Mr. Singh is very responsive & he will not let you down, I am always coming up with a new challenge or something that I want and he hasn't let me down. Once again thank you so much Isabella

Kristen Merindino

Jun 04, 2017 Report

We have only fabulous things to say about CandleLight Studio. We hired Surinder Singh to photograph our wedding and are thrilled how the pictures came out. He managed to capture all the special moments we hoped to remember. Surinder Singh was also extremely helpful during the planning stages. He is very responsive communicating regularly through email, text messages and phone calls. Thank you so much for the fabulous pictures! --Kristen M

Jimmy Anwar

Sep 19, 2016 Report

Terrible photographer definitely I would not recommend Surinder Singh to anyone I know. The main reason we hired him because he was in NY and did Indian weddings. So we figured he would know how to take some beautiful detail shots especially of the bride. For example, close up shots of the beautiful expensive jewelry and all the detail henna work on the bride. He did not take any close up shots of either the bride, groom or the decorations. Surinder Singh is always defensive when we said the photos were bad, he said you should have told me how you wanted to take the pictures.

We are not photographers and we couldn't just leave the stage and show him how to take pictures. We didn't realize the photos were bad until our friends and relatives showed us their wedding pictures. We were sadly disappointed it looked like just some average photos. The amount he charged us was adequate since there was traveling needed to made to upstate NY. We did not appreciate when he wanted to charge us shipping fee for sending the Album just because he moved to Texas. We live in NJ and was willing to pick up the items in NYC.

R. R.

May 31, 2016 Report

Photographer Surinder Singh was my photographer for my August 2014 wedding. I am so pleased with his photos and the beautiful high quality album he created for my husband and I. He is very professional, respectful and really captures photos of you at every moment (looking at the album I did even realize those memories were captured; ie: romantic glances, laughs, kisses, family, etc). I am so happy I went with Mr. Singh.

He is very reasonably priced. I have definitely recommended him to everyone I know and I will definitely use him again. Thank you for making these memories last a lifetime. =) -Ruth & Alex (Aug 2014)