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Hello, I am Usman Baporia

Hi there! I’m a South Asian wedding photographer based in the Bay Area with over 8 years of experience as the lead photographer, and I’ve had the joy of capturing 200+ weddings (majority South Asian) Along with my talented team, we’re all about creating timeless, light, and airy images that highlight the warmth and love of your special day. My approach is natural and candid—I believe in capturing real moments, not overly posed ones. Would l

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Series of casual portraits showing person in grey button-down shirt against natural garden backdrop.
Modern lounge area with checkerboard floor, striped cushions and tropical plants.
Traditional South Asian wedding couple share intimate moments in ornate red and gold attire.
Elegant bridal portraits in champagne gown against scenic outdoor backdrop.
Outdoor wedding ceremony space decorated with pink and white floral arch and seating.
Vintage gold and crystal wedding jewelry and accessories on white wooden surface.
Modern wedding reception venue with dramatic curved glass ceiling and architectural details.
Vibrant striped dress photos against coral-colored archways with garden decor.
Wedding party in mix of traditional Indian and Western attire poses in garden setting.
Elegant wedding ceremony photos in an ornate ballroom with crystal chandeliers and arched ceilings.
Elegant brick mansion with arched windows serves as romantic wedding venue backdrop.
Outdoor wedding ceremony photos with bright floral decorations and natural lighting.
Close-up details of an ornate red bridal veil with intricate crystal and beadwork embellishments.
Wedding ceremony setup with white and pink floral arrangements lining an outdoor aisle at sunset.
A sequence of outdoor wedding photos showing cultural celebrations in beautiful natural lighting.
Outdoor wedding ceremony setup with pink floral arch and wooden chairs on a lush green lawn.
Traditional Indian bridal details with red veil and sparkling jewelry decorations.
Courtyard setting with stone fountain and white architectural columns.
Black and white photo of wedding celebration with crowd dancing in traditional attire.
Wedding couple poses in formal attire against mountain landscape and lake backdrop.
Romantic close-up shots featuring traditional Indian bridal jewelry and red wedding attire.
Outdoor wedding venue setup with white chairs and vibrant pink floral arrangements under a wooden pergola.
Scenic coastal wedding photos with dramatic cliffs and ocean views in the background.
Wedding ceremony group poses together in traditional orange and cream Indian attire.
Elegant couple takes romantic photos in front of a stone architectural backdrop with trees.
Festive wedding couple celebrating outdoors with confetti and pink roses in garden.
Oceanside wedding ceremony setup with rows of white chairs and floral arrangements.
Dramatic black and white nighttime wedding photography in a garden setting.
Wedding couple in traditional Indian attire walking outside white temple architecture.
Elegant wedding reception venue with hanging lights, greenery and white floral arrangements.
Elegant ballroom wedding reception with crystal chandeliers and gold decor.
Wedding couple poses in a scenic vineyard setting with mountain views and lush greenery.
Luxurious wedding reception hall with white draping and crystal chandelier centerpieces.
Close-up details of traditional Indian wedding jewelry and attire with white turban and embellishments.
Romantic couple portraits on clifftop overlooking coastal ocean views.
Romantic couple photos captured on a wooden pier overlooking a serene lake or ocean.
Women in ornate South Asian wedding attire share emotional moment during preparations.
Traditional Indian bride in red embroidered lehenga with silver jewelry and henna designs.
Black and white photos of a couple walking through a grand ballroom with classical architecture.
Traditional South Asian wedding attire featuring elegant embroidered outfits in cream and red.
Natural park setting with blooming cherry trees creating a romantic spring atmosphere.
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Natasha + Rahil

Usman was one of the *BEST* vendors of all our wedding vendors we worked with. He is a true artist and master of his craft. The photos have blown us away. Beyond that, he was one of the sweetest, kindest and most wonderful people to work with. He always had a genuine excitement and sweet spirit, and was very flexible and very patient-- these are core qualities you will need in a wedding photographer amidst the many scenarios that play out. My mom still talks about him all the time.

Traditional Indian wedding couple in ornate red and white attire sharing intimate moment.
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