1989
Our story began when Satpal took his first steps following his dream by leaving the tool and dye industry for the photo business. Photography was his true passion and from one dream to another Satpal’s brave vision has lead Banga Studios to where it is today.
1992
Satpal attends seminars to further his knowledge with professional photography groups (PPO, PPOC, PPA) & became an influential member of the photography community. Can you spot him?
2000
Satpal was awarded Kodak Gallery Award for “Pakistani Bride” which was displayed in Orlando, Florida. This image is still hanging on our evolution wall today.
2002
Wow, Satpal was Awarded Craftsman of Photographic Arts and is now only two prints shy of becoming a Masters in Photography.
2005
During this time period, Satpal decided to take his talents elsewhere and began his new venture; Eye View Windows & Doors and Banga Portrait Studio went on a 2-year hiatus.
2008
Satpal passes down his company & legacy to his son Gurminder who now attempts to revolutionize the business.
2012
Banga Portrait Studio is re-branded to become the studio we know today. With a new website, logo & marketing materials to capture client’s special moments, we have become Banga Studios.
2013
Banga Studios enters their first photo contest & gets published for First Place in the “World in Focus Competition” for PDN magazine.
2014
Nominated as Top 5 Photographers in Toronto by BrideBox & a Fearless Photographers Award. The studio also begins a mentorship program to help grow and fuel the passion of photography in young professionals.
2016
Families By Banga is absolutely honoured and humbled to be featured on both Buzzfeed and Huffington Post.
2017
Funded by the Government of Canada, Banga Studios launches a new initiative called “Mind, Body & Soul”. Many South Asian baby boomers gave up a lifetime of social networks to immigrate to Canada for a better life for their children. It’s their turn to now understand what a better life means outside their current hobbies: work and kids. The program works to offer a variety of activities and new skill development while maintaining a social and encouraging atmosphere.
2018
Banga Studios undergoes a major renovation to create a more collaborative and creative space for clients and the team.
2019
Banga Studios celebrates its 30th year in the photography industry.
