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Meet the Kumari Photography Team

Why do we have the best jobs in the world? Because we work with the best people in the world! Thanks everyone for a wonderful 2009...

The Kumari team is Monty, Sangeeta & everyone else! With your help 2009 was a wild, fun and unforgettable ride. We had a blast working with all the couples, vendors & chai wallas (special thanks to Rishi, Sherry Vanstone & Priya from PS Mokha). 

This video is dedicated to everyone who has made our job so fun. To the brides & grooms that trusted our vision and their amazingly supportive friends & families. You are our real Oscar Winners. :)

2010 has already begun, but we will carry last years fond memories and experiences close to our hearts forever. Thank you.

-Monty & Sangeeta

From the Land of Colours to the Land of White

We're finally back from India and have hit the ground running! After processing our thousands of photos from India, we were overwhelmed and delighted to relive our memories.  Here are just some of our favourite memories of India.

For those who have been, we hope it rekindles fond memories, and for those who haven't, we hope it inspires an adventure for you :)

(If you'd like to see some more detailed photos and videos from our travels you can view our travel blog )

 

 

   

Below is a slideshow of our photos for those of you who want to see more photos of this amazing country:

What We Do On Vacations

Hira & Afzal's Engagement Shoot

When we shoot couples who are engaged it is a really wonderful time for us to have fun and get to know them better. We have heard some great stories, but the idea of a couple coming together over their fondness of Transformers was 

one we'll never forget.

We got out to shoot them on a windy, brisk and cold afternoon (ah, the joys of May in Canada) on the Lakeshore of Ajax. Hira recalled her childhood memories of biking through Douglas park with a glint in her eye that we were sure not to miss with our cameras. 

Thanks for braving the elements Hira & Afzal, and we know you'll have a fantastic wedding!

And if you want to see a little of the making of this shoot, check it out below!:

What did Kumari do on May 17, 2009? from Kumari Photo & Design on Vimeo.

Color Me Beautiful: The Art of Sherry Vanstone

How is my hair and makeup? We have either asked (or been asked) this question at least once. While the smart play here is to instill confidence within the person through a generous, yet not overly flattering compliment, photographers sometimes have to take a different path. If we need to steer things in the right direction we call upon our 'creative honesty' to make sure everyone gets the point while being cartful not to bust out the onions.

Sherry Vanstone, however,  is someone we always look forward to expressing our opinion to. We are always floored by her hair & makeup work and are super pumped when we get to work with her. In our latest model shoot, Sherry transformed Vivian from a simple charming post-grad student, into the next Vanity Fair cover girl. She continued to adapt Vivian's style on the fly through each location of the shoot. Perhaps the best thing she brings to the set is her personality. Fun, energetic and generous (props for the cookies!) she makes any set more colorful.

When we're fortunate enough to have Sherry on set we get to leave our 'creative honesty' at home and know we'll be coming back with an amazing reel. Next up, Vivian's va-va-voom reel... stay tuned.

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Nikita Bhola in a Winter Wonderland!

High Park is one of my favorite places to shoot as it has so many alcoves and interesting textures and gorgeous scenery no matter the time of year.

Today was no different! From climbing trees, to snow boarding to making angels in the snow, Nikita and I had a blast in what was probably the coldest day ever!  My fingers were numb but my heart was warmed seeing the delight on Nikita's face no matter what she did.

Thank-you Nikki for showing us how much fun it can be to embrace winter.  :)

The Art of Henna

This weekend we were invited to shoot Urbee’s wonderful pre-wedding celebration called a Sangeet.  This Indian tradition is a fun celebration with family and friends to get the future bride ready for her big day. The event featured the time honored tradition of huldi and mehndhi. During the huldi ceremony, the bride is cleaned with a tumeric mixture and she is beautified with henna art on her hands and feet. The henna artist, Punita auntie worked tirelessly throughout the event with precision accuracy and a calm demeanor… her work reflected both the inner and physical beauty of the bride.

Urbee, it was so wonderful to meet and shoot you! Your joy for life exudes through you and infects everyone around…what a lucky husband to have such a wonderful partner as yourself!

Reshma Shah: In Living Color!

The only way I can describe Reshma is uber friendly, enthusiastic and curious about everything and she is blessed with a never ending gorgeous smile. Last week, my friend Monty and I had the privilege of shooting Reshma in downtown Cleveland. She was up for anything...I mean anything! Even climbing up a gate in high heels!  Reshma, you are AWESOME! It was so fun to spend the evening with you... thank you for the opportunity to capture your spirit and personality! You were truly a joy to be around!

 

Love Exemplified: Chris and Shelley Martin

Words can not describe the wonderful friendship that Chris and Shelley have offered me!  Their exemplary love for one another is wonderful to see in action.  Shelley, I can't wait to be there when the baby comes...I'll warm my camera up! :)

I LOVE you guys! :)

The Real Misha Bhola

Meet Misha Bhola...the professed lover of shoes and everything couture! :) Her beauty, laughter and love of life shines through her photographs and truly touches everyone she meets!

Misha, thank you for a wonderful time...it was so fun shooting you!

If you've been following my blog, you'll know that I love making my subject jump! And boy can Misha jump...Her years of figure skating lessons certainly paid of...what a great jumper you are Misha! :)