Magical scene when taking wedding photos in a cave
Huynh Nam Dai has been a wedding photographer for 13 years. This is also the first time he has photographed a wedding in such a special setting. It is known that the couple in the wedding, groom Van Quy (HCMC) and foreign bride Alexa, wanted their big day to be more impressive and unforgettable than a normal wedding, so they decided to hold it in a cave.
The wedding taken at Vung Duc cave, Quang Ninh caused a stir on social networks because of its uniqueness and inspiration to many people, was done by photographer Huynh Nam Dai.
The couple in the wedding, groom Van Quy (HCMC) and foreign bride Alexa, wanted their big day to be more impressive and unforgettable than a normal wedding, so they decided to hold it in a cave.
Mr. Huynh Nam Dai said that the couple liked the dark space in the cave and wanted to capture details such as hand holding and eyes, so after coming up with the idea, they immediately booked a photographer.
“The day I received the confirmation email, I was so happy that I couldn’t sleep. The moodboard that the bride presented was like a dream. And when I went directly to the venue and saw everything arranged, I was truly overwhelmed. Just like everyone says, it was as beautiful as a fairy tale,” Huynh Nam Dai recounted.
Wedding ceremony in Vung Duc cave brings couples and guests a new and memorable experience
The wedding took place on the 3rd day of Lunar New Year, the weather was quite cold and dark: “The bride wanted everything to be as real as possible so she didn’t use too many lights and I didn’t use flash to keep the mood she wanted. That day I took photos with both digital and film cameras. The experience of bringing a film camera to shoot in this space was quite risky, because you almost had to focus manually and shoot at super low speed to get enough light. Luckily, when the film was developed, the photos were better than expected.”
The wedding cave is Vung Duc cave in Cam Pha, Quang Ninh. Tourists can go there by road, but Huynh Nam Dai followed the wedding group from the Ha Long cruise and then took a small canoe for more than an hour to reach the location. The phone signal here is quite weak and it is almost impossible to contact.
This is an opportunity for everyone to explore the wild beauty of the cave and enjoy the unique atmosphere of a different wedding ceremony.
Vung Duc Cave possesses a wild and majestic natural landscape with diverse stalactites, creating a mysterious and romantic space. The wedding ceremony held in the cave setting gives the couple and guests the feeling of being lost in another world, separate from the hustle and bustle of the city. This is also an opportunity for everyone to explore the wild beauty of the cave and enjoy the unique atmosphere of a different wedding.
“Vung Duc Cave used to be an event venue but it was deserted and very wild. Our group was able to work in a place with light, but there were still many dark corners that the groom said were not allowed because it would affect the bats in the cave,” said Huynh Nam Dai.
Vung Duc Cave has a relatively private space, creating a cozy and private atmosphere for the wedding ceremony.
What should be noted when getting married in a cave?
From the perspective of a photographer taking his first wedding photo in a cave, Huynh Nam Dai also gave some notes for couples.
Regarding decoration, dark tones will suit the cave space. It is advisable to keep the lighting as it is and there is no need to set up too many headlights, as it will affect the mood of the photo set as well as the bats. You should choose simple, comfortable outfits that are suitable for the cave terrain. The cave is quite dark and to keep the right mood, everyone works in that lighting condition, including the makeup and photography team. For convenience in traveling to the caves, visitors should proactively contact the units at Tuan Chau port.
A simple saxophone or acoustic guitar without speakers is enough for a light and cozy wedding party. Also, always have spare batteries, memory cards or accessories because you can't go back to shore to get them.
Couples can be creative with many unique photography ideas in the cave, from artistic angles with stalactites and lights to romantic moments together.
Couples can be creative with many unique photo ideas in the cave, from artistic angles with stalactites
“The idea of holding a wedding in a cave is truly unique and new. This will be a source of inspiration for couples about to get married to create impressive and different weddings, because Vietnam has countless caves and breathtaking landscapes. I would also like to thank Alexa and Mr. Quy - the host of the party, for giving me the opportunity to capture the special moments of the wedding. I hope this photo series will bring many ideas to those who are cherishing the idea of organizing a memorable 'wedding destination' or 'intimate wedding',” photographer Huynh Nam Dai shared.
The idea of holding a wedding in a cave is indeed very unique and new.
