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Newport Beach Marriott Hotel and Spa Muslim Indian Wedding Photography- Tasnim and Rahul

Ahmed — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 23:01:50 +0000

Tasnim and Rahul’s Muslim Indian Wedding was held at the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel and Spa in Newport Beach, California. This was the second event that we photographed for Tasnim and Rahul. There were over 200 family and friends that attended their Muslim Indian wedding. The evening was full of bright colors and laugher the entire time, so we had a blast working with everyone. Special thanks to Azra Bholat 0f Dream Decor for the wonderful decorations, Nishant 3D Sounds for the great music and Jeannie Jeffries of Couture Beauty for the beautiful makeup job. Below are some of our favorite photos from Tasnim and Rahul’s event.

Tasnim and Rahul together for their Muslim Indian Wedding at the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel and Spa

A cool fisheye shot of the hotel

Rahul as he gets ready prior to the start of his and Tasnim's Muslim Indian Wedding

A portrait of the groom

Tasnim getting her makeup done for her and Rahul's Muslim Indian Wedding

A portrait of the beautiful bride

A bunch of family and friends surrounding the groom Rahul

Tasnim making her entrance with her mom and dad

A family photo with the bride and groom

A couple's portrait of Tasnim and Rahul just before their Muslim Indian reception began

A closeup of the decor and wedding favors on the tables in the reception hall

Tasnim and Rahul interlocking arms as they take a drink after a toast

They are perfect for one another

Here is a previous event of Tasnim and Rahul’s that we photographed. Saagar Fine Cuisine.

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Mehran Banquet Hall Pakistani Mehndi Newark, California – Shabneez & Shamroze

Ahmed — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 23:55:56 +0000

This was an amazing start to Shabneez and Shamroze’s wedding weekend all over Bay Area. They were a really friendly couple and made sure to take the time to talk to everyone at the wedding. The first time I officially met them was at this Mehndi. WE all hit it off right away, which allowed them both to open up and portray their actual personalities in the pictures. Mehran Restaurant, the amazing venue was elegantly decorated by Noreen Tariq. She did an amazing job with the flowers and the entire decor. You can look at more of her impressive work at www.Aesthetikadecor.com

A great shot of the bride-to-be, Shabneez, getting down during the Dancing at her Mehndi in the Bay Area

No, this isn't Olivia Wilde. A portrait of the beautiful bride-to-be, Shabneez

A portrait of the handsome groom-to-be, Shamroze during his Mehndi. Him and Shabneez wer really friendly to everyone and made the whole weekend a blast.

Shabneez and Shamroze being showered with confetti at the end of dance performances by their friends.

Shbaneez laughs as her Grandmother-in-law dances to a song during the Mehndi. She was probably dancing to "Mehndi ki Raat" hehe.

Shabneez sheding a single tear as she hears a speech from a loved one.

Here are the other two events we shot for Shabneez and Shamroze that weekend: San Francisco Design Center Shaadi. San Ramon Marriott Walima.

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Hyatt Regency Valencia Indian Fusion Wedding Photography- Deepti & John part 2

Ahmed — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 19:28:39 +0000

This is the second part of Deepti and John’s Fusion wedding, which was held at the Hyatt Valenica.

As we have previously mentioned, we LOVE capturing genuine moments like these as they really show the feelings shared during the day rather than just what happened.

Another genuine smile seen on the gorgeous bride's face during her wedding reception.

A detail shot of the flowers on the guest tables. The wedding coordinator and florist did an amazing job!

This is a phenomenal shot of Deepti, the beautiful bride. The lighting, the background, the dress, and the beautiful model of course, all come together in harmony to create an exquisite image.

Another portrait of Deepti. This was taken during her Fusion wedding reception.

A picture of the lovely jewelry that Deepti wore during her wedding.

The handsome groom riding a horse with his nephew during the Baraat.

The Bride's lovely wedding dress that she wore for her Indian wedding ceremony.

This is a staff favorite out of the whole event. Even though this shot was posed, you can see Deepti and John's real emotions coming out.

Another shot of the lovely couple at the hotel.

The couple laughing during the speeches at their wedding reception

Another shot of the couple before right before their Indian wedding ceremony started

Deepti and John making their grand entrance during their Fusion wedding reception. It was a couple of days for everyone involved.

Here is the first part of John and Deepti’s wedding and another event we have done. Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha Church Indian Catholic Fusion Wedding- Deepti & John Part 1 & UClA Los Angeles Engagement Session

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Silicon Valley Marriott Hotel Fremont California Sikh Reception Photography Part Three- Bhavjot and Sukhdeep

mehreen — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 19:38:00 +0000

Bhavjot and Sukhdeep’s Sikh wedding reception was held at the Silicon Valley Marriott Hotel in Fremont, California. It was a fun event and we were glad that we got to share it with them. Below are some of the photos from their Sikh wedding reception.

Address and Directions to Silicon Valley Marriott Hotel
46100 Landing Parkway
Fremont, CA 94538

Bhavjot and Sukhdeep together for their Sikh wedding reception in Fremont, California

The bride and groom with family for their Sikh wedding reception at the Silicon Valley Marriott Hotel

Bhavjot and Sukhdeep with more family at their Sikh wedding reception

Having a fun time entering the reception hall at the Silicon Valley Marriott Hotel in Fremont, California

Bhavjot and Sukhdeep are center stage during some skits at their Sikh wedding reception

A giant check for the bride and groom

Here are some previous events of Bhavjot and Sukhdeep’s that we photographed. Ardenwood Farm & Gurdwara Temple.

Here are some previous engagement and wedding events that we have photographed. Doubletree Santa Ana & Lexington Waterfront Hotel.

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Cerritos Library Pakistani Mehndi Photography Part Three- Sabrina and Minhaal

Courtney — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 01:36:05 +0000

Sabrina and Minhaal’s Pakistani Mehndi was held in Cerritos, California at the Cerritos Library. This was another event of theirs that were photographed before their actual wedding ceremony and reception. This was our first time photographing at the Cerritos Library and it was a great location to work at with many spots to take photos inside and outside. Sabrina and Minhaal were once again a complete joy to work with. Below are our favorite images from their Pakistani Mehndi at the Cerritos Library.

Address and Directions to Cerritos Library
18025 Bloomfield Avenue
Cerritos, CA 90703

The awesome location we got to photograph Sabrina and Minhaal's Pakistani Mehndi at

The bride being carried in to begin hers and Minhaal's Pakistani Mehndi in Cerritos, California

Minhaal just after having entered the hall

Sabrina smiling and laughing with Minhaal

A guest giving a funny speech at Sabrina and Minhaal's Pakistani Mehndi

Minhaal being pulled into the middle of a skit.

The bride and groom laughing at a funny speech at their Pakistani Mehndi

A dance performance at Sabrina and Minhaal's Mehndi at the Cerritos Library

Sabrina and Minhaal with her grandmother

A family portrait with Sabrina's family

All the girls blowing kisses at Sabrina and Minhaal

Sabrina with her father

Sabrina and Minhaal together at the Cerritos Library for their Pakistani Mehndi

Here are some other of Sabrina and Minhaal’s events that we previously photographed. Old Town Pasadena & Pico Rivera California & Cerritos California.

Here are some other wedding events and engagement sessions that we have photographed. Hyatt Regency Hotel & Lost Canyons Golf Club.

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Southern California Best South Asian Photographer Interview With I Do Around The World

Courtney — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 04:33:53 +0000

I was recently interviewed by Kimberly Currin of I Do Around The World and it was such a great experience and I was thrilled to be apart of it. In the interview it highlights the passion that I have for photography and more specifically South Asian wedding photography. We are about creating an entire experience photographically that fuses modernity with the traditions of South Asian weddings. Thank you Kimberly again for letting me apart of your six month journey into exploring and celebrating the customs, rituals and traditions of South Asian weddings.

Click here to view our article and video interview with Kimberly of I Do Around The World.

Here are some other wedding and pre-wedding locations we have photographed at. Hyatt Valencia & Celebrations by Turnip Rose

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Vote For Your Favorite Photo of 2009

mehreen — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 06:48:26 +0000

“VOTING IS DONE ON THIS POST AND CLICK TO SEE WINNER”

We had such a great 2009 and worked with some amazing couples shooting their weddings and engagement sessions. There were so many wonderful photos from the year that we decided we would hold a contest for our clients and their family and friends to participate in. Everyone is invited to cast their vote for the top photo of 2009 by simply leaving your name and comment below (one vote per person please). Share the link with family and friends and encourage them to vote. The top ten images will be numbered, so please leave the number of your favorite image in your comment.

As a bonus, we will be sending a free framed 16×24 large print of the winning photo to the bride or couple after the contest has ended. If your photo does not happen to be included in the top ten images below, we apologize in advance. There were so many amazing photos that we could not possibly feature them all, so we chose the best images that show variety and creativity.

The contest ends February 28, 2010, so please cast your vote soon and encourage your family and friends to cast their vote as well.

Here are the top ten photographs of 2009. Thank you to all the wonderful clients and their families we worked with last year.

Wajiha & Ali #1 (love the moment and how her eyes are closed instead of open, it adds a unique touch)

Ruby & Ausman #2 (love the different perspective and vibrant colors of this picture)

Qasim & Sanaa #3 (this was taken in front of a trash can in the garage but one of my favorites)

Michelle #4 (Three photographers took this picture at the same time from 3 different floors at the Mission Inn, Sonia's came out to be one of the best)

Samreen & Imran #5 (I asked the groom to say something in her ear and then a few seconds after told her to tell me... lol and this was her reaction)

Sara #6 (right before rukhsati time the bride was meeting her aunt, love the emotion and expression here)

Ruby #7 (Tried something different by adding black and white to color, came out better than I expected!)

Jasmeen & Simon #8 (different look, love the dirtiness and grungyness, picture taken out in old town Pasadena just after our session at Huntington library)

Wajiha & Ali #09 ( taken at UCLA and is one of our classics... )

Poorva & Rajus - #10 (taken at Getty Musieum and 3 floors above. This print can be put on the wall vertical or horizontal

Wajiha #11 (another black/white with color...all the brides love this picture so had to make it a top 10)

Jessica & Ramy #12 (taken at the Montage...The two birds on the left make this picture more amazing! and love the sepia tone)

All You Need is Love

Courtney — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 01:29:31 +0000

Ambreen and Omar’s wedding was held on July 19, 2009 at the Marriott of Anaheim. Sometimes when Ahmed and Mehreen get busy during the peak wedding season, they will send other team photographers (and out source the full wedding photography) to other photographers. He trusts all his team photographers to produce amazing and beautiful images for AAcreation Photography clients because not only do they know AA’s photographic style, but there is also a relationship built on confidence between them that allows for extra shooters. Because Ahmed & Mehreen were busy the weekend of Ambreen and Omar’s Pakistani wedding, Rupesh Kotecha and Richard Agajanian were the photographers for this event. Rupesh and Richard did a phenomenal job at their wedding and produced aesthetically creative images that mirror our style. Ambreen and Omar were a great couple to work with at both their Mehndi and Pakistani wedding. The bride loves watching movies and traveling, while the groom is a surgeon in residency in Ohio and love electronics and music. Below are some of our favorite images from their Mehndi and wedding ceremony.

Marriott of Anaheim
700 West Convention Way
Anaheim, CA 92802

Ambreen and Omar together during their Pakistani wedding ceremony at the Marriott of Anaheim

A detail shot during the Mehndi

The bride Ambreen laughing during hers and Omar's Mehndi

A beautiful portrait of the bride during her Pakistani wedding

A portrait of the groom Omar

A detail shot of the bride's henna

Ambreen and Omar posing for a portrait together at the Marriott of Anaheim for their Pakistani wedding

The bride and groom listening to a guest's speech during their Pakistani wedding

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Why You Should Spend Big Money On A Good Wedding Photographer – thesaricladbride

Courtney — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 17:26:09 +0000

There are many parts that go into creating the perfect wedding such as the venue location, the dress, the catering services and decorations that cost a lot of money, but one part that should not be forgotten is spending big money on an impeccable wedding photographer. While it is partly true that anyone can pick up a digital camera and shoot away because of how accessible photography has become in this day and age, it is still not the same as hiring an actual photographer who has the experience, passion and eye to create the lasting moments that a client deserves. Below are five points we at AA Creation Photography believe why it is important to spend the big money on hiring a good wedding photographer versus hiring a relatively cheap photographer or a family member that owns a digital camera.

1. The low rate photographer versus the high rate photographer- A good photographer will have the eye or vision for creating images that a person just owning a digital camera or a low rate photographer will not have. The low rate photographer will likely only own one camera and lens while standing in the same position for the entire wedding ceremony and reception and essentially doing the bare minimum. The high rate photographer although pricey will give you lasting memories through the photographs created. A high rate photographer compared to the low rate photographer will have several cameras and lenses such as a fisheye or wide-angle lens to give a whole new perspective. The high rate photographer will also offer new angles from high and low and ultimately be well worth the money spent.

A whole new perspective with a fisheye lens

2. Established Trust- Being able to trust in the photographer hired for your wedding is very important. There have been too many instances where a bride has hired a low rate photographer and they have either been disappointed in the images or even worse the photographer failed to show up. There are also the feared questions of “Will their personality work with my event?”, “Will there be an album and if so, will it even look well put together and presentable?” and “Will they nickel and dime me?”. These are important questions to consider when selecting a photographer for your wedding/event. Typically when spending the money for a high rate photographer there will be no issue about trust because these photographers have insurance and know the proper protocol when being hired as your photographer.

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A Match Made in Heaven

Courtney — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 08:02:22 +0000

Jasmeen and Simon were once again a great couple to work with. We previously photographed their Magni Ceremony and Chunni Ceremony in September 2009. We will also be photographing two more of their events including their Sikh Wedding on April 24, 2010 and their Sangeet a few days prior. Being able to work with Jasmeen and Simon for five of their events has been a joy and we are excited to shoot their wedding soon.

Their engagement photo session took place at the Huntington Library (our first time shooting there) and then we continued the rest of the session in Old Town Pasadena. At Huntington Library generally a permit is required for photography and we were told by a man at the main entrance that if we took photos without a permit we would be asked to leave with no refund. We however decided to take a chance and for two hours were able to get some amazing shots. While in Old Town Pasadena, we ate at their favorite sushi restaurant called Sushi Roku and discussed the details of their wedding.

Below are some of the sneak peak images from Jasmeen and Simon’s engagement photo session.

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Huntington Library
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA 91108

Sushi Roku
33 Miller Alley
Pasadena, CA 91103

Jasmeen and Simon during their engagement photo session in Old Town Pasadena

The bride and groom having fun together in Old Town Pasadena

A portrait of Jasmeen during her engagement session at Huntington Library

The groom Simon posing for a portrait at Huntington Library for his and Jasmeen's engagement session

Another portrait of the bride during her engagement photo session

A sweet moment between the couple

The bride and groom together at Huntington Library for the first half of their engagement photo session

This attorney and engineer were a perfect couple right from the start

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