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Founded in 2006 by Sumdarash Kanwal and Sudeep Kanwal, House of Talent Studio specializes in South Asian wedding photography and cinematography. Based in Hicksville on Long Island, we serve couples across New York, New Jersey, and beyond, with experience covering celebrations throughout the United States and international destinations.

Our approach combines documentary storytelling with thoughtfully directed portraits. We capture the emotion and traditions of your celebration as events unfold, while planning time for couple portraits and family photographs. Our photography and filmmaking experience helps us create a connected story across your photographs, wedding films, and custom-designed albums.

During a consultation, we review your events, timeline, locations, family photographs, and photography and film preferences. Visit our Hicksville showroom or arrange a phone or video call to explore our portfolio and plan coverage around the moments that matter to you.

Sumdarash Kanwal (Co-founder I Photographer)

Sumdarash Kanwal co-founded House of Talent Studio in 2006, helping shape its distinctive approach to wedding photography. His journey began when a friend introduced him to photography, sparking a passion that led him to pursue advanced studies at New York's School of Visual Arts.

For Sumdarash, wedding photography is as much about understanding people as it is about creating beautiful images. His work is rooted in the emotions, traditions, and personal connections that define South Asian celebrations. With an instinct for capturing genuine moments, he brings together thoughtfully composed portraits and candid storytelling to create photographs that feel both timeless and deeply personal.

Sudeep Kanwal (Co-Founder I Photographer & Filmmaker)

Sudeep Kanwal is a New York-based photographer and filmmaker whose cinematic approach to visual storytelling has helped define House of Talent Studio since its founding in 2006. Born and raised primarily in India, he brings an appreciation for human stories, emotion, and composition to his photography.

Sudeep holds an MFA in Film from the City College of New York, specializing in writing and directing fiction. His short film Silent Wave screened at 23 film festivals across the United States, earning awards and nominations. His subsequent short, Dhund, was a winner in the Perfect 10 category at the 2018 Mumbai Film Festival. His debut feature, Privacy, co-produced by Fundamental Pictures and House of Talent Studio, premiered at the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival in South Korea.

Amrit Pal (Lead Photographer)

Amrit Pal joined House of Talent Studio in 2016 and has since become an integral part of its photography team. Known for his creative eye and warm, approachable personality, he has a natural ability to put couples and families at ease in front of the camera.

Amrit's photography balances artistic composition with an instinct for capturing spontaneous moments. Whether documenting an intimate exchange or the energy of a grand celebration, he focuses on creating images that feel authentic and personal. His relaxed approach allows couples to enjoy their day while he captures the emotions, relationships, and memorable details that make every wedding unique.

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