An Elegant South Asian Wedding at Water Works by Cescaphe


Some weddings feel like a journey in the best possible way. Meena and Sunny turned their celebration into a multi-day experience that perfectly balanced relaxation and high-energy excitement. We kicked things off down the shore in Bayville, NJ, where the couple rented a beautiful Airbnb right on the water. It was the perfect relaxed setting to start their wedding week, and we took advantage of the scenery for some breezy, casual portraits by the water before the real madness began.

The festivities continued back in the city with a Sangeet at The Notary in Philadelphia. The historic architecture and moody lighting of the venue set a completely different tone from the shore, which ramped up the energy for what was to come. By the time the wedding day arrived, everyone was ready to celebrate.

The main event took place at Water Works by Cescaphe on a hot August day in Philadelphia. Despite the heat, the day was absolutely stunning. The ceremony set up with the Art Museum and Boathouse Row in the background is iconic for a reason, and it provided a breathtaking backdrop for their traditional Hindu ceremony.

One of the standout moments for me visually was Meena’s reception look. She changed into an incredible evening gown that, to this day, remains one of my absolute favorite bridal dresses I have ever photographed. It was elegant, modern, and fit the grandeur of the Water Works venue perfectly. Seeing Meena and Sunny celebrate with their friends and family against the skyline view was the perfect ending to an incredible week.

Thank you, Meena and Sunny, for trusting me to document this entire journey from the Jersey Shore to the heart of Philly.

Here are a few of my favorite moments from their spectacular celebration at Water Works.


Wedding Vendors

Venue: Water Works by Cescaphe

Photography: Zach Blum

A romantic sunset wedding photoshoot with a couple in formal attire walking through a scenic outdoor landscape.
Intricate bridal mehndi design featuring detailed geometric patterns and traditional motifs on both hands against yellow fabric.
Close-up view of traditional Indian bridal mehndi henna designs on hands against yellow background.
Close-up detail of intricate henna mehndi designs featuring cat faces and geometric patterns on skin in warm lighting.
A couple in matching yellow traditional Indian outfits pose together in front of a white picket fence and greenery.
A couple in coordinating yellow Indian outfits pose together against a white picket fence and greenery backdrop.
A couple shares a joyful moment wearing matching mustard yellow traditional Indian attire outdoors.
A couple in matching yellow outfits share a romantic moment in front of a white picket fence.
A couple in matching yellow traditional Indian outfits share intimate moments together in a garden setting.
People celebrating an Indian wedding ceremony with yellow flower garlands and traditional attire.
A person in a bright yellow outfit interacts with others on a porch of a white building.
A person in a bright yellow outfit and sunglasses smiles while celebrating at a festive gathering with traditional decor.
Person wearing yellow patterned shirt and sunglasses smiles in bright natural lighting.
A group of people in red and yellow attire celebrating at a festive indoor gathering.
Medical professionals in yellow protective gear work together during an emergency response situation.
A person in a yellow shirt carves intricate designs into a large orange pumpkin during a pumpkin carving demonstration.