Colonial Park, Somerset
The rose garden and arboretum are popular in late spring and early summer.
Indian Wedding Photographer and Videographer in Edison, NJ
Edison, Iselin and Central Jersey: Gujarati, Punjabi, Telugu, Tamil and fusion weddings around Oak Tree Road, the banquet halls of Middlesex County and beyond.
For many South Asian families in the tri-state area, Edison and Iselin are where wedding planning happens. The outfits are bought on Oak Tree Road, the sweets are ordered there, and the reception is often in one of the big halls a few minutes away. As an Indian wedding photographer and videographer serving Edison, NJ, we cover weddings across Middlesex and Somerset counties, from a Pithi in a family home to a reception for several hundred guests.
Oak Tree Road and the Central Jersey community
Oak Tree Road runs through Edison and Iselin, part of Woodbridge Township, and it is one of the best-known South Asian shopping streets in the country: lehengas and sherwanis, gold and kundan jewelry, wedding cards, sweets and restaurants. The communities around it are large and varied. Gujarati families have a long history here, Punjabi and Sikh families are well established, and towns like Edison, Piscataway and South Plainfield are home to many Telugu and Tamil families who arrived through the region’s tech and pharmaceutical industries.
What Edison weddings look like
Central Jersey weddings are often large and spread across days. A Gujarati wedding might begin with the Mandvo Mahurat and Pithi at home, move to a Garba and Ras night in a banquet hall, then a morning Baraat, the ceremony under the mandap and an evening reception. A Punjabi wedding may include a Jaggo, a Mehndi, an Anand Karaj at a gurdwara and a reception the same night. We cover multi-day weddings with a mix of Indian and American events, and plan each day around who needs to be where.
The venues here are built for that scale. Royal Albert’s Palace in Fords, the Sheraton Edison, the Hyatt Regency New Brunswick and The Palace at Somerset Park are among the best-known names, alongside temple halls and smaller banquet rooms for the pre-wedding events. Big halls bring their own needs: a long Baraat route in a parking lot, a dance floor with stage lighting, and family portraits with large groups. We plan portrait lists with you ahead of the day so the important groupings happen quickly.
South Indian weddings in Central Jersey
Telugu and Tamil weddings are a big part of the Edison area’s wedding calendar, and the Sri Venkateswara Temple in Bridgewater, a short drive west, is a landmark for many of these families. A Telugu wedding often includes the Pellikuthuru and Pellikoduku ceremonies before the day, then on the day the Kashi Yatra, the bride carried in by her maternal uncles in a decorated basket, the cloth screen lowered at the Muhurtham as Jeelakarra Bellam is placed, the Mangalsutra and the joyful Talambralu. Tamil weddings bring the Kashi Yatra, the Oonjal, the Thaali tying and Saptapadi, and the playful Nalangu. Our South Indian wedding photography and South Indian wedding photography in New Jersey pages explain how we plan for early Muhurtham times.
Travel and timing
From our studio we reach Edison across Staten Island by the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and the Outerbridge Crossing or Goethals Bridge, then the Turnpike, Garden State Parkway or Route 1. For early starts and back-to-back events we often stay nearby so the team is on site before getting-ready coverage begins.
Engagement and pre-wedding shoots
Central Jersey has good options for a pre-wedding shoot. Johnson Park along the Raritan in Piscataway has open lawns and river views. Rutgers Gardens in New Brunswick offers flower beds and a bamboo grove, and Roosevelt Park in Edison has a lake and wooded paths. The Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park adds a local landmark. Spring and fall give the best light, and many couples plan a second outfit change to match their wedding colors.
Services in Edison and Central Jersey
- Indian wedding videography with highlight films and full edits
- Event photography for sweet 16s, birthdays and anniversaries
Edison is part of our New Jersey coverage. Contact us with your dates.
A family portrait list for a large Central Jersey reception
Write the groupings down before the day. These are the ones families ask for most.
- The couple with each set of parents
- Both sets of grandparents
- Maternal uncles and aunts, who often have roles in the rituals
- Each side’s siblings and cousins
- The bride’s side and the groom’s side as full groups
- Elders seated with the couple standing
- Friends from school and work
- Anyone traveling in from India or abroad
- A single person from each side to gather people
Landmarks and photo spots around Edison
Central Jersey is home to many of the South Asian families we work with. Some of these places ask for a permit or a fee for professional sessions; we check the current rules before we book a time.
Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park
Google MapsThe memorial tower and museum on the site of Edison’s Menlo Park laboratory, the place that gave the township its name.
Roosevelt Park
Google MapsA large county park in Edison with a lake, trees and open lawns, convenient for portraits near the area’s banquet venues.
Oak Tree Road
Google MapsThe South Asian shopping corridor through Edison and Iselin, known for wedding clothes, jewelry and sweets. It is a lively place for pre-wedding shopping photographs.
Johnson Park
Google MapsA county park along the Raritan River in Piscataway, with river views and wide lawns.
What Couples Say About Working With Jay’s Team
In their own words on Google: four-day weddings, Diwali parties, anniversaries and more.
A Virk
From start to finish, Jay and his entire team made our wedding experience effortless, joyful, and incredibly special. We had a four-day wedding celebration with a mix of Indian and American events, and somehow they captured everything, every emotion, every ritual, every candid moment, without ever feeling intrusive or stressful. Jay is not only an insanely talented photographer, but also a calm, organized, and reassuring presence. His team kept everything running smoothly, helped guide us when needed, and truly understood the flow and importance of both cultures. From Punjabi ceremonies to the American wedding events, they knew exactly what moments mattered and how to document them beautifully. What stood out most was how easy they made the entire process. During a long, multi-day wedding, that peace of mind is priceless. If you are looking for a photography team that is professional, culturally fluent, incredibly hardworking, and genuinely invested in your experience, I cannot recommend Verma Photography enough. We would choose them again in a heartbeat and recommend them to anyone and everyone.
Naresh Kumar
We recently had the pleasure of booking Verma Photography for our anniversary, and we couldn't be happier with the results! From start to finish, the team was professional, friendly, and attentive to every detail. They captured every moment beautifully, from the candid smiles to the emotional vows, with a perfect mix of traditional and creative angles. We highly recommend Verma Photography & Videography for anyone looking to capture their wedding day in a truly stunning way and look forward to working with them again soon!
Rahual Kumar
I recently booked Verma photography for my brother's wedding. Jay and his team were beyond amazing and so easy to work with. They were very professional and the photos/videos were delivered on time with such great attention to detail. Would recommend Jay and his team to anyone for top quality service
Saajan Shah
When you work with Verma Photography, you don't just get amazing photos and videos to remember your events by. You also have a lot of fun and feel valued as a client. We hired Verma Photography for our destination wedding and we had a wonderful time working with them. They all were kind and professional, they kept us smiling and laughing throughout the whole weekend, they were respectful of our time and our schedule, and they interacted very well with our guests and vendors. They understand that it isn't just about the photos and videos, but also being able to read the clients' needs, energy, comfort level, and vision. Leading up to our wedding, they took the time to understand what our vision was. They showed great enthusiasm and professionalism from start to finish. They were always prepared and on time, and they handled challenges very well. The entire Verma Photography team works really hard while striving to give the best results. We enjoyed working with them, we loved the photos and videos they delivered, and we know we'll be looking to hire them again in the future. The entire experience that we had working with Verma Photography exceeded our expectations and we highly recommend them for any of your photo and video needs!
Banquet halls, Baraats and the color of a Central Jersey wedding
Parks for a pre-wedding shoot near Edison
Green settings around Middlesex and Somerset counties.
Duke Island Park, Bridgewater
River paths and open lawns close to the Bridgewater temple.
Buccleuch Park, New Brunswick
Large trees and a historic mansion on the Raritan.
Merrill Park, Iselin
A local park a short drive from Oak Tree Road.
Thompson Park, Monroe
Lakes and woodland paths in southern Middlesex County.
Where Central Jersey pre-wedding events usually happen
Each place brings its own light and pace.
At home
Pithi, Haldi and Mandvo Mahurat often take place at the family house, with close relatives and plenty of color.
Temple halls
Pooja and some South Indian pre-wedding rituals, guided by the priest.
Small banquet rooms
Mehndi nights and Jaggo, where music and dancing set the mood.
Large halls
Garba and Ras or a Sangeet for a big guest list, often on the night before.
Check your date with us
Tell us your dates, events and venues, and we will come back with availability and coverage built around your celebration.