Cellophane Dreams Photography

wedding, portrait and more...

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I'm Simanta, a photographer with 20 years of experience based in Charlotte metro area in North Carolina. I specialize in weddings, events, engagement, family portrait, real estate. Being a person of Indian origin, I also do shoot a lot of Indian cultural events (Arangetram, Wedding, Puja etc).
The phrase “Cellophane Dreams” is from a song by the British progressive band Porcupine Tree, and it describes what I try to capture through my lenses; a vibrant and colorful imagery of life, and imaginations that come alive!
If you want timeless photos that reflect you and your story, something that you can cherish for your life, then you are in the right place!

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beauty all around us!

I’m the luckiest man on earth to be loved by these two beautiful ladies!

It’s easy to let days fly by without taking notice of the world around you, but it’s just gorgeous out there! And I’m just privileged to be able capture a fraction of that on my camera!

wedding and engagement

These are some of the happiest moments of your life, and my distinct style will put joy at the forefront—think big smiles and big love, beautifully captured. With vibrant colors these photos will light you up, and take you back to your glorious day every time you look at them.

I have done bridal showers, wedding of different cultures and traditions and from small to large. Check the services page for more details

real estate

Set yourself apart from the other agents! No cartoon HDR images here! Well lit, straight, crisp images are sure to make an impression. Time is money and that’s why all listings are turned around in 24 business hours or less!

FAMILY and portraits

My goal is to create images that tell a story, your story, story of bonding, love and affection. See more photos as they speak for themselves. I do shoot outdoors, indoor, events, maternity/newborns. Select more photos and services page for more details.

events

Birthdays, Marriage Anniversaries, Arangetram (Indian Dance Graduations), anything that makes for a special event for you, these photos will make it even more special

Social, Cultural and personal events

Having a multi cultural background, I have shot cultural events of various ethnicities spanning from Indian pre-wedding rituals, newborn events, dance graduations (Arangetram), Puja’s etc

Concerts

Heavy Metal, Grunge, Progressive, Punk Rock – I’m always in the pit!

If you are a band, want to build a portfolio, or want me to shoot a concert (Photos/Videos) contact me!

Landscape, Travel, anything else!

I have travelled across 10 countries in North America, Europe and Asia. Catching the midnight sun north of arctic circle, or getting lost in the narrow alleys in south of France? … There’s a lot to see and experience in this world!