Filipino Lensman Shoots Iconic Royal Engagement Portrait
Pinoy photographer Mark Nicdao is well known in the Philippines as a fashion fotog and editorial lensman.
Nicdao took the much talked about engagement portrait of HRH Prince Mateen and his then soon-to-be bride Nisha.
HRH Prince Mateen himself shared the photo on his IG account as a prelude to the first royal wedding of the year.
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A 10-day royal wedding took place following Bruneian tradition. An Islamic ceremony took place on Jan. 11, where the prince and his fiancée exchanged wedding vows at the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque.
Other wedding festivities included a lavish reception, banquets, musical accompaniment and a parade around Brunei’s capital Bandar Seri Begawan on Jan 14.
Pinoy Photographer Mark Nidao said in his IG account: “I am deeply honoured.” referring to the royal engagement shoot.