“The core of beauty is simplicity” ~ Paulo Coelho
Anisha+Rohit
Hyderabad, 2020
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV + Canon EF 85mm f 1.2/L
#wedding #prewedding #arjunkamathphotography #love #couple #hyderabad #ammapallytemple
#CapturedOnCanon #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus
“There is a shade of red for every woman.” ~ Audrey Hepburn
Actor- @rashmika_mandanna
Styling- @wardha_ahamed
Makeup- @makeupbyharika
Saree- @lathaputtanna
Accessories- @mspinkpantherjewel @creativegemsandjewels
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV + Canon EF 24-70 mm f 2.8/L II USM
#portrait #girl #sunrise #actress #rashmikamandanna #photography #CapturedOnCanon #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus
The results are finally out! I was a finalist this year at the prestigious ‘2020 International Wedding Photographer of the Year Award’ (IWPOTY 2020).
The categories in which I was awarded a finalist position are: Solo Portrait, Engagement, and Single Capture. Here are the five images which made it to the finals.
As a fellow artist, I am incredibly honoured to be awarded as a finalist by the best photographers in the business from around the world. Lastly, to be in the company of the many talented and internationally renowned finalists for this competition is rewarding! Congratulations to the amazing @jamessimmonsphotography from Western Australia for winning the BIG one!
About @iwpotyawards – The International Wedding Photographer of the Year showcases the work of Wedding Photographers worldwide and has become the new benchmark for Wedding Photography competitions. When entering, the Photographer will select the category they believe best suits the image being entered. The image will then be judged based on its merits within that category. The 10 Highest scoring entries from each of the 9 Categories will then be re-judged by the 6 judges as a new collection and the Winner of the International Wedding Photographer of the Year Awards will be the highest scoring image from those 90 entries.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#iwpoty #photography #competition #finalist #iwpotyawards #arjunkamathphotography #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro
The results are finally out! I was a finalist this year at the prestigious ‘2020 International Wedding Photographer of the Year Award’ (IWPOTY 2020).
The categories in which I was awarded a finalist position are: Solo Portrait, Engagement, and Single Capture. Here are the five images which made it to the finals.
As a fellow artist, I am incredibly honoured to be awarded as a finalist by the best photographers in the business from around the world. Lastly, to be in the company of the many talented and internationally renowned finalists for this competition is rewarding! Congratulations to the amazing @jamessimmonsphotography from Western Australia for winning the BIG one!
About @iwpotyawards – The International Wedding Photographer of the Year showcases the work of Wedding Photographers worldwide and has become the new benchmark for Wedding Photography competitions. When entering, the Photographer will select the category they believe best suits the image being entered. The image will then be judged based on its merits within that category. The 10 Highest scoring entries from each of the 9 Categories will then be re-judged by the 6 judges as a new collection and the Winner of the International Wedding Photographer of the Year Awards will be the highest scoring image from those 90 entries.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#iwpoty #photography #competition #finalist #iwpotyawards #arjunkamathphotography #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro
The results are finally out! I was a finalist this year at the prestigious ‘2020 International Wedding Photographer of the Year Award’ (IWPOTY 2020).
The categories in which I was awarded a finalist position are: Solo Portrait, Engagement, and Single Capture. Here are the five images which made it to the finals.
As a fellow artist, I am incredibly honoured to be awarded as a finalist by the best photographers in the business from around the world. Lastly, to be in the company of the many talented and internationally renowned finalists for this competition is rewarding! Congratulations to the amazing @jamessimmonsphotography from Western Australia for winning the BIG one!
About @iwpotyawards – The International Wedding Photographer of the Year showcases the work of Wedding Photographers worldwide and has become the new benchmark for Wedding Photography competitions. When entering, the Photographer will select the category they believe best suits the image being entered. The image will then be judged based on its merits within that category. The 10 Highest scoring entries from each of the 9 Categories will then be re-judged by the 6 judges as a new collection and the Winner of the International Wedding Photographer of the Year Awards will be the highest scoring image from those 90 entries.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#iwpoty #photography #competition #finalist #iwpotyawards #arjunkamathphotography #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro
The results are finally out! I was a finalist this year at the prestigious ‘2020 International Wedding Photographer of the Year Award’ (IWPOTY 2020).
The categories in which I was awarded a finalist position are: Solo Portrait, Engagement, and Single Capture. Here are the five images which made it to the finals.
As a fellow artist, I am incredibly honoured to be awarded as a finalist by the best photographers in the business from around the world. Lastly, to be in the company of the many talented and internationally renowned finalists for this competition is rewarding! Congratulations to the amazing @jamessimmonsphotography from Western Australia for winning the BIG one!
About @iwpotyawards – The International Wedding Photographer of the Year showcases the work of Wedding Photographers worldwide and has become the new benchmark for Wedding Photography competitions. When entering, the Photographer will select the category they believe best suits the image being entered. The image will then be judged based on its merits within that category. The 10 Highest scoring entries from each of the 9 Categories will then be re-judged by the 6 judges as a new collection and the Winner of the International Wedding Photographer of the Year Awards will be the highest scoring image from those 90 entries.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#iwpoty #photography #competition #finalist #iwpotyawards #arjunkamathphotography #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro
The results are finally out! I was a finalist this year at the prestigious ‘2020 International Wedding Photographer of the Year Award’ (IWPOTY 2020).
The categories in which I was awarded a finalist position are: Solo Portrait, Engagement, and Single Capture. Here are the five images which made it to the finals.
As a fellow artist, I am incredibly honoured to be awarded as a finalist by the best photographers in the business from around the world. Lastly, to be in the company of the many talented and internationally renowned finalists for this competition is rewarding! Congratulations to the amazing @jamessimmonsphotography from Western Australia for winning the BIG one!
About @iwpotyawards – The International Wedding Photographer of the Year showcases the work of Wedding Photographers worldwide and has become the new benchmark for Wedding Photography competitions. When entering, the Photographer will select the category they believe best suits the image being entered. The image will then be judged based on its merits within that category. The 10 Highest scoring entries from each of the 9 Categories will then be re-judged by the 6 judges as a new collection and the Winner of the International Wedding Photographer of the Year Awards will be the highest scoring image from those 90 entries.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#iwpoty #photography #competition #finalist #iwpotyawards #arjunkamathphotography #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro
My best 9 from 2020. A year in which I almost did nothing. Bye bye 2020. 👋🏼
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#bestnine #bestnine2020 #arjunkamathphotography
Super glad that my entry ‘Holding On…’ was awarded an Honourable Mention (Portrait, Professional) at the Monochrome Awards 2020.
The story behind the image:
I made this image of Robert Weiner, a Los Angeles based actor, in his studio apartment in Chula Vista, LA. Often the images that appeal to me the most as a storyteller originate from the simpler, everyday moments of life. Robert sits on the bed, lost in his thoughts, accompanied by his cup of coffee and pet cat on an overcast LA morning. Shot in the city where golden dreams brew, the picture brushes the thought that LA is vibrant, but at the same time, it can also make one feel left out in an instant with its fast-paced life. Resonating with this idea, I envisioned the photograph in black and white, as the frame confirms a personal belief. That in the end, we are all alone in fighting our own battles, one day at a time. This photograph is hence all barebones, visually conveying the philosophy of life through powerful emotions and a simple story, both enhanced by the deprivation of colours. In the viewer, it also enlivens the familiar reality of old age and the challenges it brings. And while old does not mean different, things slow down for sure. Thus, in the picture, the cat leaving the frame contrasts with the evident stillness of the old gentleman. It also metaphorically conveys that he will soon be alone, adding another flavourful layer to the image.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark III
#arjunkamathphotography #award #honourablemention #blackandwhite #monochromeawards #instagram #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro Los Angeles, California
Super glad that my entry ‘Holding On…’ was awarded an Honourable Mention (Portrait, Professional) at the Monochrome Awards 2020.
The story behind the image:
I made this image of Robert Weiner, a Los Angeles based actor, in his studio apartment in Chula Vista, LA. Often the images that appeal to me the most as a storyteller originate from the simpler, everyday moments of life. Robert sits on the bed, lost in his thoughts, accompanied by his cup of coffee and pet cat on an overcast LA morning. Shot in the city where golden dreams brew, the picture brushes the thought that LA is vibrant, but at the same time, it can also make one feel left out in an instant with its fast-paced life. Resonating with this idea, I envisioned the photograph in black and white, as the frame confirms a personal belief. That in the end, we are all alone in fighting our own battles, one day at a time. This photograph is hence all barebones, visually conveying the philosophy of life through powerful emotions and a simple story, both enhanced by the deprivation of colours. In the viewer, it also enlivens the familiar reality of old age and the challenges it brings. And while old does not mean different, things slow down for sure. Thus, in the picture, the cat leaving the frame contrasts with the evident stillness of the old gentleman. It also metaphorically conveys that he will soon be alone, adding another flavourful layer to the image.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark III
#arjunkamathphotography #award #honourablemention #blackandwhite #monochromeawards #instagram #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro Los Angeles, California
On my recent trip to Belur and Chikmagalur, I was left stunned by the beauty in the archaic, the quaint, and the holy. Here’s a tiny attempt at capturing a small part of the glory I witnessed. @goproindia @gopro
Shot by me. Video edit by @rasikaraghunath
#gopro #GoProHERO9Black #GoProIndia #GoProFamily #travel #belur #chikmagalur #sunlight #temple #architecture #nature #instagram
This year, for the first time, the International Photography Award(IPA) jurors were also given the opportunity, during the voting process, to select their top 5 favourite entries, from across all categories and levels that they voted on. My entry ‘Coming Out’ was one of the favourites and won a ‘Jury Top 5 Award’!
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark III
#CapturedOnCanon #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #ipa2020 #photography #awards #arjunkamathphotography
This year, for the first time, the International Photography Award(IPA) jurors were also given the opportunity, during the voting process, to select their top 5 favourite entries, from across all categories and levels that they voted on. My entry ‘Coming Out’ was one of the favourites and won a ‘Jury Top 5 Award’!
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark III
#CapturedOnCanon #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #ipa2020 #photography #awards #arjunkamathphotography
It was dusk and the moon was just gathering its glimmer as it rose outside the window. The stars had taken over the sky, and were now twinkling to the mellow music that played in the room. Amidst this tranquil setting, there sat @anishadeevakonda , gracefully humming to the melodies as she prepared for the wedding ceremony. It was hard not to notice the sheer radiance that she was doused in, overshadowing all other plain movements around her. It was indeed a delight to click the otherwise jovial bride in such serene moments of stillness, suave, and contemplation.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV + Canon EF 50mm f 1.2/L
Lit with a couple of @profotoglobal B10’s at varying intensities
#bride #makeup #gettingready #wedding #wedmegood #weddingphotography #blackandwhite #hyderabad #arjunkamathphotography
#CapturedOnCanon #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #srishtidigilife Hyderabad
It was dusk and the moon was just gathering its glimmer as it rose outside the window. The stars had taken over the sky, and were now twinkling to the mellow music that played in the room. Amidst this tranquil setting, there sat @anishadeevakonda , gracefully humming to the melodies as she prepared for the wedding ceremony. It was hard not to notice the sheer radiance that she was doused in, overshadowing all other plain movements around her. It was indeed a delight to click the otherwise jovial bride in such serene moments of stillness, suave, and contemplation.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV + Canon EF 50mm f 1.2/L
Lit with a couple of @profotoglobal B10’s at varying intensities
#bride #makeup #gettingready #wedding #wedmegood #weddingphotography #blackandwhite #hyderabad #arjunkamathphotography
#CapturedOnCanon #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #srishtidigilife Hyderabad
Made a quick trip to the city outskirts last weekend, and boy, was it misty! Here’s a quick glimpse! 😁 ⛅️ @goproindia @gopro
Shot by me. Video edit by @rasikaraghunath
#gopro #GoProHERO9Black #GoProIndia #GoProFamily #travel #dew #mist #nature
I made this portrait of Shri Kishan Ghanshyam Chauhan, a 35-year old worker, a couple of weeks ago near Aurangabad in Maharashtra. It was nearly dusk and I was on my way back from Paithan to Aurangabad when I saw a cluster of men gathered around a factory in their respective bullock carts. At first, I thought of just letting it be since I was already headed for my destination. However, an eccentric gathering such as this got the better of my interest, so I decided to stop the car and explore.
As I was walking amidst the group, where men clad in all-whites were loading and unloading piles of sugarcane from their carts, I stumbled upon Kishan. The only one in a somewhat coloured attire, his gripping eyes gained my attention and I approached him to figure out the commotion. He told me that workers & farmers of the area make this trip to the factory about 4 to 5 months a year, where they stand in a queue waiting for their turn to deliver sugarcane. I was surprised to find that this task sometimes goes on all night, and was moved when Kishan mentioned that he has been doing this for 17 years.
After our brief conversation, the chap continued his work & I stepped back to take a picture of him. As Kishan toiled to provide food for his family of three, I could see the sky slowly turning dark & making way for the night. Delicate smoke floated from the factory just behind him, where the sugarcane he was unloading would likely end up in a couple of days.
What I treasure in this photograph is how the fading sunlight complements the mood of the picture, depicting the effort that these workers put on a daily basis. And the fact that I caught Kishan’s stern gaze in a genuine moment while he was engrossed in work, which helped me translate his story for what it is. Finally, this turned out to be one of those cinematic evenings where a portrait was made because I felt like I needed to stop. I listened to my heart and it led me to meet with this gentleman, who was kind to explain his work, and through it, give me a glimpse into his life as well as a story I will remember for years to come.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & a 24-70mm F/2.8 #SPiCollective
Saw these fluffballs lounging at the entry point of the Ajanta Caves 🐶
#arjunkamathphotography #puppylife
Was awarded two Bronzes at the TOKYO INTERNATIONAL FOTO AWARDS 2020. One for ‘The Anxiety Series’ and the other one for the portrait I made of 12-year-old Ajith at Hampi. 🙂
TIFA recognises, honours and connects photographers around the world to new audiences and new eyes in the creative circles of Tokyo, Japan every year. The competition is open to everyone and photographers from all over the world submit their work to compete for the TIFA honours.
All images #CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#awards #competition #tifa #bronze #winner #bronze #photoawards
#MentorsInFocus #DoGreatWithCanon #EOSMaestro #EOSProfessional
Was awarded two Bronzes at the TOKYO INTERNATIONAL FOTO AWARDS 2020. One for ‘The Anxiety Series’ and the other one for the portrait I made of 12-year-old Ajith at Hampi. 🙂
TIFA recognises, honours and connects photographers around the world to new audiences and new eyes in the creative circles of Tokyo, Japan every year. The competition is open to everyone and photographers from all over the world submit their work to compete for the TIFA honours.
All images #CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#awards #competition #tifa #bronze #winner #bronze #photoawards
#MentorsInFocus #DoGreatWithCanon #EOSMaestro #EOSProfessional
Was awarded two Bronzes at the TOKYO INTERNATIONAL FOTO AWARDS 2020. One for ‘The Anxiety Series’ and the other one for the portrait I made of 12-year-old Ajith at Hampi. 🙂
TIFA recognises, honours and connects photographers around the world to new audiences and new eyes in the creative circles of Tokyo, Japan every year. The competition is open to everyone and photographers from all over the world submit their work to compete for the TIFA honours.
All images #CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#awards #competition #tifa #bronze #winner #bronze #photoawards
#MentorsInFocus #DoGreatWithCanon #EOSMaestro #EOSProfessional
The evening light was growing golden by the minute when I was driving through the quaint city of Khuldabad in Maharashtra. On the way, I saw an unusual whirlpool of dust outside my car window, so I decided to stop. As I cut through the flying dust, I saw a man engrossed in sculpting, his hands masterly guiding the machine that fervently chipped at a stone slab.
Having acknowledged my presence, he carried on with the arduous task in all sincerity. I took the time to walk around and explore his petite workshop, which was decorated with half-made figurines and fine sculptures. The dusty haze of grey all around with the only colour being that of the man’s vibrant mask stood out for me, while the figurines in the background hinted at his work of the past few days. Intrigued by the whole setting, I quietly took the hold of my camera. In that exact moment, he looked up for the very first time and that was a sign enough for me to click on the shutter button of my camera.
It was only later when we got talking that I could know more about him. His name was Hiralal Chauhan, and along with his family, he spent most of his time sculpting figurines out of kala patthar. Other talks were shared, about his work and how he has pursued it for 20 years. But the thing that stayed the most with me were his parting words. He told me that he was not able to pay due attention to me because his work demanded precise attention and a distraction of even a split second could result in grave injury. As he uttered those words, I was taken aback and could only see him in a light of greater respect.
I believe that is what I love the most about travelling, that it allows me to learn more about the world and the people who live in it. Through my frames, I try to capture a sneak peek into people’s lives and tell their stories, capturing the essence of their personality. In a way, this act makes all my travels creatively fulfilling and fruitful, and I see it as one of the most enjoyable things about photography.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & a 24-70mm F/2.8 II Lens
#arjunkamathphotography #portrait #man #carving #stone #khultabad #aurangabad #yourshotphotographer Bhadra Maruti Temple, Khuldabad
I was recently in Aurangabad with mum and dad, where we made the unmissable trip to the marvellous caves of Ellora. A cluster of 34 caves dedicated to several religions and showcasing different architectural styles, the place was an enigma that unfurled slowly. This particular picture is of Cave 10, a majestic Buddhist monastery cum cathedral that left me awestruck in a single gaze.
It was a sunny afternoon and I was walking around in admiration of the archaic beauty all around me, when I came across this stunning facade. Instantly, I froze at the splendour of it all, and it didn’t take me two seconds to find the perfect frame that I wanted to shoot. Knowing that my parents had already ventured inside the cave, I decided to sit down on the damp ground without any care in the world. I was curiously waiting for them to wander into the balcony at some point, all set to freeze the moment.
As soon as my father stepped in, I waited for the tourists to move away and requested him to walk to the edge of the balcony. Watching him stand there wearing a contrasting blue against the rustic brown cave, I felt like a child who had been surprised with candy and thus couldn’t hold his excitement. Dad lingered there for a while and then carried on since it was sweltering hot. But it was time enough for me to get the shot, almost as if my muscle memory had taken over, scouting the perfect composition and then clicking the shutter button on my camera.
And although I rarely share wide shots of my travel stories, my eyes are accustomed to see the world in terms of stories and enticing frames. So, whenever I see one, I can’t help but take a photograph. This time around, the moment was all the more special, since I had the pleasure of having someone from my family grace the frame, adding a personal connection to it.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & a Canon EF 24-70mm F/2.8 II USM Standard Zoom Lens
#arjunkamathphotography #dad #elloracaves #india #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro Ellora Caves, Aurangabad
Throughout my 11-year journey of photography, one thing has been a constant. I absolutely love street photography, clicking portraits in particular. Since the day I held a camera for the first time, I have been fascinated with faces & characters, along with the colourful surprises that lay scattered for me in every corner. And till date, I feel the same electrifying enthusiasm whenever I head out to capture the essence of Indian streets & its people, always trying to showcase their character & stories through my images.
One such gleeful moment came about for me in the fruit market of Paithan, Maharashtra. It was a busy day on the streets &I was navigating through carts decorated with vibrant fruits when I saw this man. These days, you don’t easily find people wearing ethnic attire on the regular, so when I saw his bright red turban, I was instantly fascinated. At the time, he was buying apples from a lady, but amidst the frenzy, I could not find the right frame to click.
So, I followed him as he left the apple cart, waiting for the right moment to take a picture. Soon, as he took a seat, I walked up to the corner & clicked the shutter button on my camera, capturing his curious gaze. I could tell from his expressions that he must have encountered a DSLR very few times in his life, and I was glad to have frozen that sweet moment in time. Furthermore, I have always been drawn to frames where the expressions of my subject are organic & raw, which I was able to capture here untarnished since the man barely saw me approaching.
Right after, the moment I put my camera down, he greeted me with the warmest smile & joined hands to convey a Namaste. I smiled back at the warmth in his simple gesture. As I walked away, I thought to myself how this is the beauty of travelling in India, where I get to meet all these friendly strangers who always leave their mark. So many times have I been greeted with genuine smiles, wishes of a happy journey, and sweet goodbyes, that even in a strange land, I end up feeling at home. And I couldn’t be happier about it.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & a Canon EF 24-70mm F/2.8 II USM Standard Zoom Lens
#arjunkamathphotography
