High a Doha, Fairmont Before the celebrations took over, there was a golden hour by the water. Tishyaa in white, the Doha skyline behind them, the two of them just walking, laughing, easy. The portraits you take before everything begins. Then came the mehendi. A poolside brunch with shisha, fresh henna, Qatari folk dancers performing outside, more inside. Gold diya favours on every table, a baby in pink noise-cancelling headphones already having the best time, and the kind of

Saniya and Pranjal’s sufi night felt warm, intimate and full of character from the moment you walked in. Deep reds, candlelight, brass elements, roses, jasmine and handwritten lyrics came together beautifully without ever feeling overdone. Every little detail added to the atmosphere. We wanted the portraits to feel a little sharper and more editorial instead of traditionally romantic. The direct flash, arches and shadows gave the photos a fashion-inspired feel while still fit