Business Details
15 Years
experience
Award-Winning Vancouver Wedding Photographer
As an award-winning Vancouver Wedding Photographer, I have dedicated my career to capturing authentic, emotionally resonant moments since 2011. My approach combines documentary-style storytelling with artistic portraiture, ensuring every unspoken emotion and spontaneous interaction is preserved as timeless art. With experience spanning intimate elopements, multicultural ceremonies, and destination weddings across six continents, I bring a global perspective to local Vancouver weddings while maintaining a deeply personal connection to each couple's unique story.My commitment to candid documentation, coupled with technical expertise in both digital and 35mm film formats, allows me to create heirloom-quality images that transcend trends. Having photographed over 400 weddings, I prioritize discretion and professionalism, ensuring my presence enhances rather than disrupts your celebration. Clients consistently praise my ability to anticipate meaningful moments and deliver a final gallery that exceeds expectations, with 100% of recent couples recommending my services to others.
Services
Wedding Photography
Elopement Photography
Engagement Sessions
35mm Film Portraits
Destination Weddings
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- Documenting weddings globally since 2011 with 400+ completed events
- Offers both digital and 35mm film photography options
- 5-star Google reviews from 100+ satisfied clients
- Provides second shooter option for comprehensive coverage
- Experienced in multicultural and destination weddings across 6 continents
What people say
Authentic storytelling
Exceptional emotional capture
Professional yet unobtrusive
Globally experienced
Film and digital expertise
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting entire wedding days with documentary-style photography that captures spontaneous moments and formal portraits. Specializing in multicultural ceremonies and multi-day events, this service combines creative storytelling with technical precision. Clients receive a curated gallery of 500-800 edited images, with optional 35mm film documentation available for added authenticity.
Elopement Photography
Tailored coverage for small-scale celebrations focusing on genuine emotional connections. Ideal for mountain-top ceremonies, courthouse weddings, or backyard gatherings with immediate family. The service includes location scouting assistance and flexible timing to match non-traditional wedding schedules while maintaining the same artistic documentation standards as larger events.
Engagement Sessions
Creative portrait sessions capturing couples' unique relationships before their wedding day. Available in both urban Vancouver settings and natural landscapes, these sessions help build comfort with being photographed together. The resulting images work perfectly for save-the-date cards, wedding websites, or personal keepsakes.
35mm Film Portraits
Artistic film-based photography offering timeless aesthetic quality. This service adds a nostalgic, organic dimension to wedding documentation using professional-grade Kodak film. Ideal for couples seeking vintage-style imagery with rich color tones and authentic texture that digital formats cannot replicate.
Destination Weddings
Full-service wedding photography available at international locations across six continents. Includes logistical planning support and local knowledge to maximize photographic opportunities. Whether in European cathedrals, Asian temples, or African savannahs, the service maintains consistent artistic standards while adapting to diverse cultural contexts and environments.
People
Sachin Khona
Lead Photographer
Award-winning British-born wedding photographer based in Vancouver since 2011. Specializes in authentic storytelling through documentary-style photography and creative portraiture. Recognized for exceptional client service and international experience across six continents.
Questions
What photography style do you specialize in?
I focus on documentary-style wedding photography that captures authentic moments as they naturally unfold. My approach combines candid storytelling with creative portraiture to preserve genuine emotions and spontaneous interactions.
Do you offer international wedding coverage?
Yes, I photograph weddings worldwide with experience across six continents. This includes destination-specific planning support while maintaining consistent artistic standards regardless of location.
How many photos will we receive?
Clients typically receive 500-800 high-resolution edited images depending on event duration. This includes both digital and optional 35mm film documentation, delivered through an online gallery with print ordering options.
Can we request film photography?
Yes, 35mm film documentation is available as an add-on option. This provides timeless, organic imagery with rich color tones that complement our primary digital coverage for a complete storytelling experience.
Do you work with second shooters?
I offer associate shooters for weddings with simultaneous events or over 100 guests. This ensures comprehensive coverage while maintaining artistic consistency across all captured moments.
How long does editing take?
Final edited galleries are delivered within 6-8 weeks. Clients receive a preview selection within days of their wedding, with full resolution images and storytelling slideshow format included in the final delivery.
Reviews (6)
Amanjyot Singh
Nov 19, 2021
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5 reasons why you should book Sachin Khona for your photography needs:
1) This guy is super professional. When we voiced concerns about our videographer, he took the initiative to follow up with his team to ensure things would go smooth sailing during the wedding week. That was a huge relief! He was always just a phone call, text, email away to answer our questions and put our worries at ease.
2) He was very kind and courteous to guests, other wedding vendors, and the pushy aunties in our families! Always smiling, always game for whatever. As a bride, you often second guess your choices. But
1) This guy is super professional. When we voiced concerns about our videographer, he took the initiative to follow up with his team to ensure things would go smooth sailing during the wedding week. That was a huge relief! He was always just a phone call, text, email away to answer our questions and put our worries at ease.
2) He was very kind and courteous to guests, other wedding vendors, and the pushy aunties in our families! Always smiling, always game for whatever. As a bride, you often second guess your choices. But
Sarah Gregory
Nov 10, 2021
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Where to begin- Sachin was beyond remarkable and we were filled with gratitude for how kind and helpful he was from the planning process, throughout the wedding, and to the deliverance of the photos. We found Sachin while researching online and really fell in love with his work. It was more than business for him and we felt that and were very much happy to have him apart of our day! Sachin also brought a second photographer as a gift to help capture everything! Thank you for going above and beyond Sachin. We loved your energy and we adore the photos!
Adam Hernandez
Oct 18, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Sachin is an All-Star. Im usually a shy guy and used to being behind the camera but Sachin had me feeling comfortable and confident on my wedding day. We loved all of his photos, but what I loved most was the raw moments he captured during the wedding. Its not something everyone can capture and it adds so much more to the album.
Sachin is an All-Star. Im usually a shy guy and used to being behind the camera but Sachin had me feeling comfortable and confident on my wedding day. We loved all of his photos, but what I loved most was the raw moments he captured during the wedding. Its not something everyone can capture and it adds so much more to the album.
Kelly Luu
Aug 02, 2021
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It was such a pleasure to work with Sachin, we did a family photo shoot. He made us feel comfortable and gave us direction when needed, and otherwise captured some really creative candid shots. There were many beautiful photos to choose from as a result of a one hour photoshoot. I would definitely recommend him to friends and family who are looking to get photos done.
Camila Oreamuno
Jul 12, 2021
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Having loved working with Sachin on our wedding, we were absolutely thrilled to learn that he also photographs families. His incredibly friendly, patient, and easy-going demeanor helped us all (including our young toddler and anxious dog) feel so comfortable that he was able to capture us so beautifully. He has an incredible gift for waiting for the right moment and then moving quickly to get the shot that perfectly encapsulates ones personality. The hardest part about the entire experience is having to choose which pictures to print, as we want to display them all.
Mathias Fast
Dec 28, 2020
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My wife and I wanted family photos in a documentary style and we quickly realized that Sachin was the perfect photographer to take them. He was professional, amazing with our girls (and dog!) during the actual shoot and delivered images that we will be displaying in our home for years. We couldn't be happier with the outcome - thank you Sachin!
