The Journal

Notes on wedding photography.

Guides for couples planning their wedding, essays on the craft, and field notes from photographing across Chennai and Tamil Nadu. Written by the studio over fourteen years.

A Tamil Brahmin couple photographed by LNC Photography in Chennai

Featured · Planning

How to Choose a Wedding Photographer in Chennai: A Complete 2026 Guide

Booking a wedding photographer in Chennai involves more than picking a portfolio you like. Here are the questions, packages, and red flags that matter — written by a studio that has shot 2,000+ weddings.

1 May 2026·8 min read

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A Tamil Brahmin couple in traditional gold attire

Traditions

Tamil Brahmin Wedding Photography: A Ceremony-by-Ceremony Guide

A two-day Tamil Brahmin wedding has eight to ten distinct ceremonies, each with its own grammar. Here is what each ritual means, what to expect, and how a photographer should approach it.

22 April 2026·7 min read

A couple holding hands walking down Mount Road, Chennai

Locations

10 Best Pre-Wedding Shoot Locations in Chennai and Around

From Besant Nagar at sunrise to the back-alleys of Mylapore, Chennai has more pre-wedding shoot locations than any guidebook lists. Here are ten of our favourites, with what each one is best for.

8 April 2026·6 min read

A groom kissing his bride on the cheek during ceremony

Style

Editorial vs Candid Wedding Photography: Which Style Is Right for You?

Most wedding studios will tell you they shoot “both.” But the two styles ask different things of the photographer, and the results feel different. Here is how to tell them apart and which one suits your day.

26 March 2026·5 min read

A pre-wedding shoot on the beach, groom kneeling

Planning

What to Expect from Your Wedding Photographer: A Day-by-Day Guide

You’ve booked your photographer. Now what? Here is a walk-through of every interaction you will have with a professional studio, from booking call to final album delivery.

14 March 2026·6 min read