It is perhaps in the quiet moments that she felt closest to love. When even the sea’s waves fared gentler and the sky above gradually changed its colour palette to make way for dawn. When the birds just began enjoying the daylight and the winds blew ever so slowly before picking up their pace. That’s when her heart felt the calmest too, at one with the waters and the air and the sky. And oh, what a beautiful sight it was to see
Actor- @shriya.pilgaonkar
Costume designed and styled by- @wardha_ahamed
Make-up- @makeupartistkarishmabajaj
Public Relations- @theitembomb
Accessories- @creativegemsandjewels
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#portrait #actress #sunrise #sea #waves #photography #arjunkamathphotography #mumbai #instagram #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro #shriyapilgaonkar
For her, Home was never a place. She found it in the song of a bird flying contented across a sunset sky. In the blooming of her favourite flower, in the green of trees, in the scent of the rains. She often looked for it too, in solitude, happiness, friendship, and all things divine. And while she had not one place to call home, she was glad to find it everywhere.
Actor- @malavikamohanan_
Costume designed and styled by- @wardha_ahamed
Make-up- @makeupartistkarishmabajaj
Hair- @nishisingh_muah
Public Relations- @theitembomb
Accessories- @bhavyarameshjewelry
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#portrait #actress #nature #green #photography #arjunkamathphotography #mumbai #instagood #instagram #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro #malavikamohanan
There was an enchanting grace in the way she stood there, basking in the last few rays of the sun. The pleasant Spring breezes gently caressed her plaited hair. The sky bloomed with hues of pink and orange, while Mother Nature blushed a bright green at the sight of her. It looked like she was standing amidst a carnival of bliss and serenity, quietly revelling in the moment and all it brought.
Actor- @malavikamohanan_
Costume designed and styled by- @wardha_ahamed
Make-up- @makeupartistkarishmabajaj
Hair- @nishisingh_muah
Public Relations- @theitembomb
Accessories- @bhavyarameshjewelry
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#portrait #actress #nature #green #photography #arjunkamathphotography #mumbai #instagood #instagram #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro #malavikamohanan
The full set!
It is invigorating to sometimes dive into a different visual style than what you follow in photography. For this shoot with Malvika, I curved away from my usual style of dramatic imagery and simply let the soothing environment and her gripping eyes do the talking. The experience indeed came as a breath of fresh air, for it is a singular experience to photograph in the lap of nature, amidst the melody of chirping birds and the shade of violet skies.
#green #actress #portrait #photography #arjunkamathphotography #nature #sunset
Every day, as dawn made its way through the pink skies up above, she would gracefully walk to the shore of the sea. Here, hours would pass by as she whispered her deepest secrets to the waters. In return, they would always come back to embrace her in sheer frolic. As she watched the waters recede, she would imagine the waves to carry her secrets across the horizon, to a distant land she had never seen. And each time, before she started to leave, she would stand on the earthen rocks, gazing as far as her eyes permitted. In those fleeting moments, she would always wonder what awaited her beyond the waters. A voice in her head would softly tell her, “someone’s keeping your secrets safe over there.” And with this feeble faith in her heart, she would softly walk away, only to return the next morning.
Actor- @shriya.pilgaonkar
Costume designed and styled by- @wardha_ahamed
Make-up- @makeupartistkarishmabajaj
Public Relations- @theitembomb
Accessories- @creativegemsandjewels
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#portrait #actress #orange #sunrise #sky #rocks #water #photography #arjunkamathphotography #mumbai #instagood #instagram #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro #shriyapilgaonkar
She had one of those gazes that went straight to the heart. She looked at you without giving away any secret from the treasure trove of her thoughts. But her eyes always invited one in for a soft conversation that went beyond words. Just like that, she was a mystery that unfolded blink by blink. And even when you had spent enough hours and days with her, she made it hard to say, “I know her”.
Actor- @malavikamohanan_
Costume designed and styled by- @wardha_ahamed
Make-up- @makeupartistkarishmabajaj
Hair- @nishisingh_muah
Public Relations- @theitembomb
Accessories- @bhavyarameshjewelry
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#portrait #actress #nature #green #photography #arjunkamathphotography #mumbai #instagood #instagram #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro #malavikamohanan Karjat, India
Leaving the world behind, she would walk into the wilderness. Her feet, soft as petals, kissed the cold rocks in a velvety rhythm. She would sing of colours and winds as she gracefully found room for herself in the lap of Nature. And then, she would rest her frame across the earth, taking respite in the moment and lost in wonderment. That’s when I found her the most alive, when she let her guard down and simply, gracefully, existed.
Actor- @malavikamohanan_
Costume designed and styled by- @wardha_ahamed
Make-up- @makeupartistkarishmabajaj
Hair- @nishisingh_muah
Public Relations- @theitembomb
Accessories- @bhavyarameshjewelry
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#portrait #actress #nature #green #photography #arjunkamathphotography #mumbai #instagood #instagram #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro #malavikamohanan
It was the day of her mehendi, and @lakshmiambarish had been patiently getting her hands painted while her loved ones were immersed in merriment. In the moment of freedom following the hours of being anchored, she let out a peal of laughter at some inside joke. At the time, the sun was setting outside her home and it appeared that her smile had taken over the responsibility of lighting up the room. That’s when I photographed this candid moment, capturing the ebullient charm of the free-spirited bride. Shortly after, I found myself thinking how beautiful it is to be lost in a moment of love and happiness when everyone you cherish is right by your side.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOD 5D Mark IV
Lit with a @profotoglobal B10
@srishtidigilife @canonindia_official
Makeup @vikrammittal5
Hair @awon.wungkhai
#arjunkamathphotography #bride #happy #portait #laughter #wedding #weddingphotography #photography #eosmaestro #mentorsinfocus #weddingsutra #wedmegood #photobugcommunity #photobug #bridesofindia #junebug #mywed
It was the day of her mehendi, and @lakshmiambarish had been patiently getting her hands painted while her loved ones were immersed in merriment. In the moment of freedom following the hours of being anchored, she let out a peal of laughter at some inside joke. At the time, the sun was setting outside her home and it appeared that her smile had taken over the responsibility of lighting up the room. That’s when I photographed this candid moment, capturing the ebullient charm of the free-spirited bride. Shortly after, I found myself thinking how beautiful it is to be lost in a moment of love and happiness when everyone you cherish is right by your side.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOD 5D Mark IV
Lit with a @profotoglobal B10
@srishtidigilife @canonindia_official
Makeup @vikrammittal5
Hair @awon.wungkhai
#arjunkamathphotography #bride #happy #portait #laughter #wedding #weddingphotography #photography #eosmaestro #mentorsinfocus #weddingsutra #wedmegood #photobugcommunity #photobug #bridesofindia #junebug #mywed
She sought nothing as much as she sought someplace untouched, tricky to find and difficult to forget. And there, she would sit for hours, humming soft tunes and playing with the sunlight. The world would seem to stop spinning and time appeared obsolete as she ventured into a world of her own. Here, only happiness and solitude mattered. Here, she felt truly at home, comfortable in her own skin and in love with the wilderness all around her.
Actor- @malavikamohanan_
Costume designed and styled by- @wardha_ahamed
Make-up- @makeupartistkarishmabajaj
Hair- @nishisingh_muah
Public Relations- @theitembomb
Accessories- @bhavyarameshjewelry
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#portrait #actress #nature #green #photography #arjunkamathphotography #mumbai #instagood #instagram #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro #malavikamohanan #bollywood
Hiding from the dreary world that lay behind giant ash-coloured mountains, there was an old town that nobody knew of. It basked in eternal sunshine, and was home to the happiest people who lived in antique cottages splayed across a blanket of green. They led a life of sublime beauty coated with the kind of happiness that always surprised the rare outsider. Their windows peaked out at verdant hills and faraway castles while melodies from the silver river below permeated their rooms. The air, too, always brought the sweet scent of crimson roses and pearly magnolias to their doorstep, and the sun painted each corner a dazzling golden with daylight.
Among these glorious houses, one stood out magnificently. It rested under the shade of an exquisite garden, punctuated with tall trees that invited colourful birds for rest and often touched the clouds with their dark green tops. The garden also neighboured a little pond, and in its emerald waters, bright pink lotuses bloomed effortlessly.
When the sun rose, the lotuses danced, the porcelain ceilings of the house flickered with passing rays, and the vintage walls painted stories of an olden era. Pinned on these walls, the rustic brown clock never seemed to tick, and the days passed in a lucid dream inside the abode. Often, by the windows, you would find her gazing at the swans and deer as they played by the pond, blithely lost in memories from a decade gone by. Only her eyes invited you in to explore the secrets that lay buried in her heart—secrets that had never found their way into the world.
Actress- @shanvisri
Costume designed and styled by- @wardha_ahamed
Saree- @keyah_label
Accessories- @creativegemsandjewels
Make-up- @makeoversbypriyankark
Hair- @ajay_siddesh
Hospitality & location- @leromagardenia
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and lit with two @profoto B10’s
@srishtidigilife @canonindia_official
#portrait #lighting #actress #black #gold #red #saree #photography #fashion #indian #indianjewellery #instafashion #arjunkamathphotography #bengaluru #india #instagram #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro Le Roma Gardenia
Every once in a while, she would visit the sea in a sweet attempt to escape the world as she knew it. There, she would admiringly sit with her childlike enthusiasm, forever in awe of the pearly waves and how they swooned night and day. She’d watch the waves approach and recede, tickling her soft feet upon each tryst. Only seldom would she break the silence with her sweet singing, as an enchanting melody took over the salty air for a brief moment. And just like that, this simple bond that she shared with the sea defied all sense. For this was the only place where she felt at home, where she’d visit to replenish her happiness. What she loved the most about these visits was how much she enjoyed listening to the waves, as if they were talking just to her. And in this gentle act was a profoundness that made her union with the sea all the more beautiful to behold.
Actor- @shriya.pilgaonkar
Costume designed and styled by- @wardha_ahamed
Make-up- @makeupartistkarishmabajaj
Public Relations- @theitembomb
Accessories- @creativegemsandjewels
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#portrait #actress #sunrise #orange #sea #waves #rock #photography #arjunkamathphotography #mumbai #instagood #instagram #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro #shriyapilgaonkar
It was a chilly morning, and a blanket of deep blue had taken over the earth when Shanvi and I drove to the outskirts of Bangalore. The sun had not yet risen, and the only light we could see amidst the fog came from the blurred spheres of streetlights. As we whooshed past hazy fields, we were delightfully anticipating the shoot and all it would bring. On the side of soothing melodies and light-hearted chatter, we watched the sky gracefully shift its veil as the sun slowly emerged from the horizon. And the velvety dawn was still ringing in when the beautiful Shanvi and I stepped into a vibrant field. The morning appeared rosier now, and the skies glared a perfect blue above us. While beneath our feet, the coppery crops swirled happily at the touch of occasional breezes. To our delight, these crisp winter winds also brought messages through whiffs and sounds. The mud was fragrant in a wet field somewhere, a stream gurgled across the plains at a distance, and the birds were enjoying a morning feast within reach. Brushed with joy from these small events, we found ourselves in the middle of the crops, exchanging smiles and soft words. And between these simple interludes stood Shanvi, glowing gracefully under the fresh and delicate rays of the sun. The time I spent clicking her photographs ticked in glee, as the pleasant colours and frames enveloped my sight—just like I had imagined.
Actor- @shanvisri
Costume designed and styled by- @wardha_ahamed
Make-up- @makeoversbypriyankark
Hair- @ajay_siddesh
Hospitality- @leromagardenia
Accessories- @creativegemsandjewels
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#portrait #actress #fields #sunrise #red #green #blue #photography #fashion #arjunkamathphotography #bengaluru #instagram #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro #shanvi
It was an honour to capture @lakshmiambarish, an otherwise vivacious bride, in a simple moment of poise right before her wedding ceremony. She had adorned a glowing @gaurangofficial saree and was just stepping out, anticipating her big day, when I made this picture. In the photographs I share from later that day, you will see her fun-loving and bubbly self too, who can effortlessly bring the whole room to life with her mere presence. But today, I am in complete admiration of her soft smile and uncomplicated grace, making one wonder what emotions are springing inside of her.
Outfit- @gaurangofficial @bridesofsabyasachi
Jewelry- @kishandasjewellery @shriparamanijewels
Makeup- @vikrammittal5
Hair- @awon.wungkhai
Location- @thetamarindtreeblr
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOD 5D Mark IV & a Canon 50mm f 1.2
Lit with two @profotoglobal B10’s
@srishtidigilife @canonindia_official
#arjunkamathphotography #bride #portait #wedding #weddingphotography #photography #eosmaestro #mentorsinfocus #bridesofindia #weddingsutra #wedmegood #photobugcommunity #photobug The Tamarind Tree
When Shanvi and I decided to come together to make artful pictures, my heart was elated, and my mind brimmed with possibilities. I envisioned this particular look to have a universal appeal. Instinctively, I wanted the pictures to bring out their own lovely flavours, transcending any preformed rules and notions. To translate this vision into something tangible, I had to find a perfect balance between the location and the flavours that the edgy outfit would exude. So, for Shanvi’s get-up, we decided to take a brief detour from ethnic flavours and explore a more ubiquitous theme. And to find the perfect spot, I began scouting city outskirts a few days before the shoot. Considering that we worked on these pictures a few months back when we had little access to the outside world, the challenge of finding a suitable location was real. When I finally came across this wonderful quilt woven by nature with a charming mix of golden and green, my eyes instantly lit up. Within the same moment, I had already imagined the colours and elements that would grace the frame, along with the attire and mood that would unfurl. So, when I was finally clicking a radiant Shanvi with the perfect look in her eyes, a quote by Thoreau chimed in my head—“The world is but a canvas to imagination”. And I couldn’t help but give away a soft, unhurried smile.
Actor- @shanvisri
Costume designed and styled by- @wardha_ahamed
Make-up- @makeoversbypriyankark
Hair- @ajay_siddesh
Hospitality- @leromagardenia
Accessories- @creativegemsandjewels
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#portrait #actress #fields #sunrise #red #green #blue #photography #fashion #arjunkamathphotography #bengaluru #instagram #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro #shanvisrivastava
Her days began with reading stories of the town’s glorious past. Many centuries ago, it was home to two powerful deities who birthed love and war through vigour and magic. Reading these tales always took her on a journey filled with a happy light, but there were times when the tragic shades took over her like looming clouds in the sky on a cold & dark evening. Yet, she would sometimes long to go back in time, to see the ancient charms through her own eyes.
Often, she would be joined in her gentle indulgences by colourful butterflies and shimmery blue hummingbirds. They would bide their time on the Gulmohar trees in the front yard while she watched them flutter by and greet her occasionally between two pages of her book.
And when afternoon approached, and the sun gleamed on a hilltop shrine in the distance, the reading would take a backseat. A slow air of reminiscence would overshadow all else, and she’d remember her jovial days as a child. Many years ago, she spent her evenings at the very temple, engrossed in innocent play as devotees carrying vibrant garlands & offerings passed before her eyes in a blur of iridescence. And just like that, without much effort, she would step into the realms of her childhood, which held a sacred world where no foes could venture, and friendship bloomed endlessly. For years, she had taken a walk down this memory lane every afternoon, as something precious awaited her on the other end.
Actress- @shanvisri
Costume designed and styled by- @wardha_ahamed
Saree- @keyah_label
Accessories- @creativegemsandjewels
Make-up- @makeoversbypriyankark
Hair- @ajay_siddesh
Hospitality & location- @leromagardenia
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and lit with two @profoto B10’s
@canonindia_official @srishtidigilife
#portrait #actress #black #gold #red #photography #fashion #arjunkamathphotography #bengaluru #instagram #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro Le Roma Gardenia
When she was all but nine & careless of the world, every afternoon, she would find her way atop a bright green hill in the distance. Right after siesta, she would tread her gentle footsteps towards the faraway shrine, crossing a sparkling river & deep green canopies by herself. Upon reaching the top of the hill through a winding old road, she scampered straight to the kind village priest with silver hair and a heartwarming smile. And each day, she’d find him resting under a shrouded pipal behind the shrine, reading from a pale brown scripture. With her eyes still pinned to the meandering road she came from, she would sit under the cooling shade beside the priest, listening to powerful stories of demons and gods in his gravelly but comforting voice.
As the hour would tick away in glee, every day, at the stroke of four, he would appear on that same muddy red road, hopping along and bearing a bagful of marbles, twigs, shells, and other trinkets. The rest of the evening passed in sweet adventures, as the sound of their carefree laughter spread through the summer air, while the rest of the world faded in the background. An innocent game of Xs and Os scribbled in the fragrant soil, him playfully tugging at her loosely braided hair, and her running behind him with a fist overflowing with yellow and green marbles.
And this way, without much effort, the memories would sneak in one after the other till she couldn’t distinguish between her joyful past and quiet present. She would once again imagine him calling out her name ever so sweetly, and yet again, she would find that familiar blush taking over her soft cheeks. And as she reveled in the fond memories from an era gone by, she would often wonder how things would have shaped if that fateful evening had never arrived.
@srishtidigilife @canonindia_official
Actress- @shanvisri
Costume designed and styled by- @wardha_ahamed
Saree- @keyah_label
Accessories- @creativegemsandjewels
Make-up- @makeoversbypriyankark
Hair- @ajay_siddesh
Hospitality & location- @leromagardenia
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV, two @profoto B10’s & one Profoto B10 Plus
#photography #fashion #arjunkamathphotography Le Roma Gardenia
The dreamy little hamlet seemed to have awoken on a melodious note when Shanvi and I found ourselves in one of its rustic gullies. It was early in the morning, and we had made our way outside the city and into one of the many charming settlements on the city’s outskirts. The golden hour was upon us, and the air bloomed with a captivating sweetness, the kind that is elusive and yet everpresent. The mud was fragrant beneath our feet, and the godly whiffs of rain from the earlier hours enveloped our senses. While above us, a bunch of parrots fluttered amidst the shrouded trees of mango and neem. As I quietly watched these lovely moments unfold all around, a heartwarming thought took over me. I amused at how, when you focus on the little things, every place becomes truly magical. From that moment on, each thing I noticed appeared to be brushed by a fictional charm.
After a few merry moments in these gullies, I came across an earthy corner, painted pretty with peeling whites and reds. The crackling of old radio and the scent of sweet tangerines filled the air, and at that moment, I felt my heart sing as I crafted the perfect frame. A poise Shanvi stood amidst all the commotion, her delicate yet fierce gaze cutting through the noise. And as I relished the many colours that bloomed in front of my eyes, I gleefully clicked the shutter button on my camera. “How beautiful is everything that exists, just because God decided to give it colour”. I remember thinking this to myself as I closed my eyes and took it all in for one last time before we wrapped up the shoot.
Actor- @shanvisri
Costume designed and styled by- @wardha_ahamed
Make-up- @makeoversbypriyankark
Hair- @ajay_siddesh
Hospitality- @leromagardenia
Accessories- @creativegemsandjewels
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
#portrait #actress #market #red #green #photography #fashion #arjunkamathphotography #instagram #DoGreatWithCanon #MentorsInFocus #EOSMaestro #shanvi
I believe that the bond of a child and her mother is simply magical, imbued with the kind of love that no one else can comprehend or share. This is why, when I am shooting weddings, I look forward to portraying this very relationship between the bride and her mother and the groom and his mother as well. At Lakshmi’s wedding, it was heartwarming to see the playful, loving vibe that resonated between the mother-daughter duo, filled with fun remarks and an exuberant spirit.
And while they both were vivacious most of the time, on the morning of the wedding, they graced a quiet charm, making the most of each other’s close presence. I can imagine that just having her mother around must have given Lakshmi implicit strength and validation, while for her mother, this must have been one of the most precious days. As I observed them while taking these pictures, I thought to myself how beautiful and important a day it was to both, as if the silence conveyed the tremendous love they felt for each other.
I believe that these quieter moments are full of stillness and warmth that give milestones like weddings all the more grace. Because as touching as it is to see people revel in merriment, there is also a certain purity in the tender moments that gently unfold. And as a storyteller, I love depicting these ebbs and flows of emotions that honour the auspicious day, making it wholesome and truly once in a lifetime.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOD 5D Mark IV and a Canon 24-70 mm f/2.8L II Lens
Lit with @profotoglobal B10’s
@srishtidigilife @canonindia_official
Makeup @vikrammittal5
Hair @awon.wungkhai
#arjunkamathphotography #bride #groom #portait #mother #daughter #indian #wedding #weddingphotography #photography #eosmaestro #mentorsinfocus The Tamarind Tree
I believe that the bond of a child and her mother is simply magical, imbued with the kind of love that no one else can comprehend or share. This is why, when I am shooting weddings, I look forward to portraying this very relationship between the bride and her mother and the groom and his mother as well. At Lakshmi’s wedding, it was heartwarming to see the playful, loving vibe that resonated between the mother-daughter duo, filled with fun remarks and an exuberant spirit.
And while they both were vivacious most of the time, on the morning of the wedding, they graced a quiet charm, making the most of each other’s close presence. I can imagine that just having her mother around must have given Lakshmi implicit strength and validation, while for her mother, this must have been one of the most precious days. As I observed them while taking these pictures, I thought to myself how beautiful and important a day it was to both, as if the silence conveyed the tremendous love they felt for each other.
I believe that these quieter moments are full of stillness and warmth that give milestones like weddings all the more grace. Because as touching as it is to see people revel in merriment, there is also a certain purity in the tender moments that gently unfold. And as a storyteller, I love depicting these ebbs and flows of emotions that honour the auspicious day, making it wholesome and truly once in a lifetime.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOD 5D Mark IV and a Canon 24-70 mm f/2.8L II Lens
Lit with @profotoglobal B10’s
@srishtidigilife @canonindia_official
Makeup @vikrammittal5
Hair @awon.wungkhai
#arjunkamathphotography #bride #groom #portait #mother #daughter #indian #wedding #weddingphotography #photography #eosmaestro #mentorsinfocus The Tamarind Tree
I believe that the bond of a child and her mother is simply magical, imbued with the kind of love that no one else can comprehend or share. This is why, when I am shooting weddings, I look forward to portraying this very relationship between the bride and her mother and the groom and his mother as well. At Lakshmi’s wedding, it was heartwarming to see the playful, loving vibe that resonated between the mother-daughter duo, filled with fun remarks and an exuberant spirit.
And while they both were vivacious most of the time, on the morning of the wedding, they graced a quiet charm, making the most of each other’s close presence. I can imagine that just having her mother around must have given Lakshmi implicit strength and validation, while for her mother, this must have been one of the most precious days. As I observed them while taking these pictures, I thought to myself how beautiful and important a day it was to both, as if the silence conveyed the tremendous love they felt for each other.
I believe that these quieter moments are full of stillness and warmth that give milestones like weddings all the more grace. Because as touching as it is to see people revel in merriment, there is also a certain purity in the tender moments that gently unfold. And as a storyteller, I love depicting these ebbs and flows of emotions that honour the auspicious day, making it wholesome and truly once in a lifetime.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOD 5D Mark IV and a Canon 24-70 mm f/2.8L II Lens
Lit with @profotoglobal B10’s
@srishtidigilife @canonindia_official
Makeup @vikrammittal5
Hair @awon.wungkhai
#arjunkamathphotography #bride #groom #portait #mother #daughter #indian #wedding #weddingphotography #photography #eosmaestro #mentorsinfocus The Tamarind Tree
It was the morning of a sacred festival and the blue sky shimmered with soaring little kites of pink, green, and orange. The town folks had all gathered in the wheatish field, where the children whooshed on swings and the gold-cladded adults merrily danced to folk melodies. And there she was, still a little girl of eleven, whose dark brown eyes searched among an ocean of people to meet his. The hours arrived and departed like a hazy dream, as she waited and waited.
He did not show up. The next afternoon, she made her way to the shrine, as icy beads of rain poured from the sky like silver diamonds. Her eyes glimmered with pearly tears and her voice called for his name, but there was no sign of a sprightly young boy with brown hair and gooseberry eyes. A full week passed, with her walking to the shrine and coming back unattended, carrying a lump in her throat and questions in her heart.
It has been fourteen years since. She has not made her way back to the shrine, but she often wonders what became of the warm-hearted priest and that charming boy with green eyes. Now, she just sits in her verandah each day, reliving those precious afternoons one after the other. And whenever there is a knock on the ornate wooden door of her home, she wonders if this could be it. If once again, he waited at the other end of the door with a bagful of coloured marbles and shells. And each time, before she opens the door, she puts her luscious hair on the side of her shoulder, imagining him lightheartedly tugging at them with his velvety fingers.
If not today, she tells her dear little heart, he’ll surely come back tomorrow, or the day after—for friendships do not heed goodbyes, and after all, theirs was the purest in the whole wide world.
Actress- @shanvisri
Costume designed and styled by- @wardha_ahamed
Saree- @keyah_label
Accessories- @creativegemsandjewels
Make-up- @makeoversbypriyankark
Hair- @ajay_siddesh
Hospitality & location- @leromagardenia
@srishtidigilife @canonindia_official
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV, two @profoto B10’s & one Profoto B10 Plus
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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
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Owing to a busy couple of months, I hadn’t been able to work on anything of my own. So, when I saw this image while reminiscing about a recent trip, I knew it was time. As many of you may know, the magical synthesis of light and shadow is one of my favourite things to capture in a photograph. And looking at the lovely play of the two elements in the frame, I dived right in to share the image with you all.
This picture was taken on my recent explorations of the known and offbeat places of Maharashtra. On a honey-toned evening while returning to Aurangabad from Shirdi, I found myself walking into a muddy field, freshly watered and sparsely green with fresh produce. I could hear the dabbing of my feet into the wet mud with each step below, whereas above, the birds sang and the winds softly blew. That’s when I came across this kind lady, her traditional attire standing out against the earthy tones of the field. As soon as I spotted her, she gave out a soft smile, still occupied in plucking the greens. I instantly smiled back and clicked the shutter button on my camera, fascinated with her expressions and the tender light that shone behind her at a distance.
#CapturedOnCanon with a Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & a Canon EF 24-70mm F/2.8 II USM Standard Zoom Lens
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