Mandap Seven Steps Walk
Couple walking slowly around the mandap, dupatta knot linking them.
When to use this pose
An intermediate romantic pose for Wedding photos, set in a wedding venue setting, during the day. Who is in the photo: bride & groom.
How to do this pose
- Groom walks one slow step ahead, the knotted stole draped behind
- Bride follows close behind, holding the dupatta knot loosely
- Keep your hands relaxed and steps unhurried around the fire
- Lower your eyes toward the fire in quiet focus
Photography tips
Stay in the soft mandap shade at f/2.8 and 1/500s, and catch them in step on the far side of the fire.
Expression
Serene, reverent calm with a faint smile.
Camera angle
Eye level from outside the mandap, full length.
Suggested props
- Dupatta
- Gathbandhan knot
- Small sacred fire
Camera settings
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