Wedding Photographer and Videographer in New York City
NYC wedding photography and videography across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and the Bronx, for Indian, South Asian, American and fusion weddings.
New York City weddings run on their own clock. Ceremonies are set around hotel load-in times, family portraits happen between traffic lights, and a Sangeet in Queens can be followed the next morning by a ceremony in a Midtown ballroom. As an NYC wedding photographer and videographer based in New York, we cover all five boroughs and plan each day around the realities of the city.
The boroughs we cover
- Manhattan: hotel ballrooms, rooftops, City Hall weddings and Central Park portraits.
- Brooklyn: industrial lofts, waterfront venues in DUMBO and Williamsburg, and brownstone streets.
- Queens: banquet halls and family celebrations in Richmond Hill, Jackson Heights, Flushing and along Hillside Avenue.
- Staten Island: waterfront catering halls and harbor views.
- The Bronx: we also cover weddings and events in the Bronx, from Riverdale to City Island.
What city weddings ask of your team
The city rewards planning. Many Manhattan hotels have set load-in windows and freight elevator schedules, so our gear and team arrive on the hotel’s timeline. Portraits in public places work best early in the day or in quieter corners, because Times Square at noon does not give anyone a calm frame. Moving between a ceremony and portrait locations often takes longer than the map suggests, so we build buffer time into your schedule and talk it through with your planner.
Video adds its own questions. Loud ballrooms, dhol players and live bands make clean audio a planning task, and filming in public spaces with larger setups can need permission, so we keep street coverage light and mobile. Our NYC wedding videography page goes into the detail.
Indian and South Asian weddings in NYC
New York has one of the largest South Asian populations in the country, and its weddings reflect that. Queens neighborhoods like Jackson Heights, Richmond Hill and Floral Park are home to Punjabi, Gujarati, Bengali, Bangladeshi, Pakistani, Malayali and Indo-Caribbean families. Flushing is home to the Hindu Temple Society of North America, the Ganesh Temple, a landmark for many Tamil and Telugu families in the region. In Manhattan, Indian weddings often take place in hotel ballrooms, where the Baraat is planned around the hotel’s rules on horses, dhol and street access.
See Indian wedding photography in New York City and South Indian wedding photography in New York City for how we approach multi-day weddings and early Muhurtham schedules here. We also cover Nikah and Anand Karaj ceremonies across the boroughs.
Engagements, proposals and events
NYC is one of the most requested places for engagement and proposal shoots: Central Park’s Bow Bridge and Bethesda Terrace, the Brooklyn Bridge at sunrise, DUMBO’s cobblestones, and Gantry Plaza State Park with the Manhattan skyline across the East River. Spring and fall give the softest light. Summer shoots work best at sunrise, before the crowds and the heat. Winter brings holiday windows and lights in Midtown.
- Event photography in New York City, including corporate events
Getting into the city
From our studio we reach eastern Queens quickly on a normal day, and Midtown by car or by Long Island Rail Road into Penn Station or Grand Central Madison. For early starts in Manhattan or Brooklyn we plan the route the night before and allow extra time for bridges and tunnels. Parking at hotels and venues is something we confirm ahead, so it never eats into your coverage.
Whatever borough you choose, look at our films and portfolio, and contact us with your date.
Five boroughs, one timeline
A Mehndi in Queens, a ceremony in Midtown and a Walima in Brooklyn can all fit one celebration. The work is in the routes and the timing between them.
Landmarks across New York City
The city gives couples a different backdrop in every borough. Some of these places ask for a permit or a fee for professional sessions; we check the current rules before we book a time.
Central Park
Google MapsBethesda Terrace, the fountain and Bow Bridge are among the most recognisable places in the city for a portrait, with lawns and lakes nearby for quieter frames.
Brooklyn Bridge Park
Google MapsPiers on the Brooklyn waterfront with direct views of lower Manhattan and the Brooklyn Bridge, best toward evening when the skyline lights up.
Grand Central Terminal
Google MapsThe Beaux-Arts concourse, its celestial ceiling and the four-faced clock make it one of the most photographed interiors in New York.
Gantry Plaza State Park
Google MapsOn the Long Island City waterfront in Queens, with restored gantries and a wide view across the East River to Midtown.
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!
How we plan a wedding weekend that crosses the boroughs
A typical order of planning when your events sit in different parts of the city.
- 01
Map every event
We list each event with its address, start time and the people who need to be in the photos, so nothing depends on memory on the day. - 02
Check access at each venue
Loading docks, freight elevators, parking and the earliest time the team can enter, confirmed with each venue or coordinator. - 03
Plan the gaps
Crossing a bridge or tunnel can take longer than the map suggests, so we set realistic gaps between events and tell you where coverage pauses. - 04
Split the team where needed
If the bride and groom are getting ready in different boroughs, we can place a photographer or videographer with each side. - 05
Share the plan
Your planner, family point of contact and our team all work from the same timeline and contact list. - 06
Regroup for the main event
Everyone arrives at the ceremony or reception with time to set up before guests are seated.
Photos in city parks and public spaces
General rules of thumb before you pick a location.
New York’s parks, plazas and waterfronts are shared spaces, and each one sets its own rules. Handheld portraits are usually straightforward, while tripods, lighting stands, props, large groups or a bigger crew can call for a permit. Some gardens and historic sites have their own photography policies and fees.
We keep public sessions light and mobile, and we check the current rules for your chosen spots before the date, so nobody is asked to pack up halfway through.
- Weekday mornings are quieter almost everywhere
- Leave props and furniture for private venues
- Have a second location in mind if a spot is closed or crowded
What to send us before a city wedding
These details save time on the day, especially in Manhattan and Brooklyn.
- The final timeline, with every address
- Venue load-in windows and the coordinator’s number
- Parking or drop-off instructions for each location
- Any permit you hold for a park or street
- The approved Baraat route and start time
- Hotel room numbers for getting ready
- A family portrait list with names
- Your planner’s and day-of contact’s numbers
- Vendor list, including the DJ and decorator
- Any rules on flash, fire or drones at the venue
Where we work
From our studio we cover New York City, Long Island, Westchester, the Hudson Valley and all of New Jersey, and we travel for destination weddings.
- New York City
NYC wedding photography and videography across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and the Bronx, for Indian, South Asian, American and fusion weddings.
Frequently asked questions
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