Monomad A Celebration of Love Among Friends

Hello to all my friends in the Black & White Community,
This is Menati again, back with another story and another photography session.

This time, we step into an intimate indoor scene, where love begins and friends gather close, surrounding the bride and groom with warmth and joy.
In these photographs, the couple stands in the heart of the frame—their eyes full of affection, respect, and excitement for a new chapter together. Natural light streams through a large window with wooden blinds, softly illuminating the bride’s shimmering white gown and casting gentle shadows that add a feeling of intimacy to the scene.

In one of the key frames, the bride stands radiant, bouquet in hand, while the groom gently holds her arms. Surrounding them, their friends—elegantly dressed in formal attire—smile and lean in, their presence completing the story of this special day.
Another frame captures a playful moment: laughter fills the room, natural gestures and expressions make the photo lively and real.
A particularly striking image shows the groom leaning in to kiss the bride, dipping her back in a classic romantic pose, as their friends cheer enthusiastically on either side. The careful arrangement of the scene, the synchronized energy of the group, and the precise framing all come together to celebrate friendship and love.

Lighting in this indoor space was a challenge—balancing natural light from the window with ceiling lights to avoid harsh shadows while preserving a cinematic and warm atmosphere. The result: rich, dynamic images that feel both elegant and full of life.
In one of the closing shots, the bride is seated in a chair, laughing and chatting with friends and her groom, surrounded by genuine joy—an unposed, honest glimpse into their celebration.

All of these moments were captured in black and white—not just as a stylistic choice but as a way to shift focus from colors to expressions, emotions, and human connection.
Thank you for sharing in these joyful and loving moments, captured carefully through my lens:
Photography by @menati – Camera: Sony A7 III – Lens: 24-70 f/2.8 SIGMA ART DG DN.