Happy Birthday TNP!

On this day, one a year ago I ‘officially’ began this crazy adventure of being an independent photographer. I had quit my job in client servicing and decided that if I didn’t give this a go, I might regret it for the rest of my life. I was excited and terrified all at the same time. And now here we are.It would never have been possible without the support of my family, my closest friends, even some strangers who put out their hand to help me even though they had nothing to gain out of it, and clients who trusted me enough to allow me to document some of the most treasured moments of their lives and others who had faith that I could pull off shoots that I had absolutely zero experience in. Wow!It’s a small milestone and I know that there is still a very long way to go in becoming not just a better photographer, but a better story-teller, and a better person but today I am celebrating. Quietly and with immense gratitude.

Thanks for journeying with me.

Beating the blues.

I was feeling kinda bluesy yesterday. Miss my friends.  Monday morning pancakes in the staff kitchen with Anu and Mim. Tuesday morning runs to the market with Jen. Wednesday afternoon Chicken Biriyani in the college canteen with ‘the girls. Thursday night dinners at Rod and Diana’s in Ooty. Friday afternoon Jazzercise. Saturday night movies cuddled up on the floor of our dorm-parents’ flat. Sunday night pot-of-korean-noodles in the dorm at Hebron.They all happened at different points in my life but there was always something. Some tradition, consistency, epic conversations… and I miss that.

I know it’s a phase though. Part of the deal of being an independent photographer in a city that you have not much bond with. I didn’t go to school here, I didn’t go to college here, I haven’t lived here very long and so it’s hard but today I’m going to concentrate on being grateful for the many friends that I do have!

I am grateful.

Adi + Apoorva | Chennai Candid Wedding Photography

Shooting for Adi and Apoorva felt like I was very much at home. I shot their engagement some months ago and so it was really nice to be able to recognise many of their family and friends and have them recognise me. I didn’t feel like a stranger at all and feeling that way is, in my opinion, ideal for shooting an event as intimate as a wedding!

Thanks for your trust in me, Adi and Apoo! I had a blast (once again) shooting for you and I wish you joy in this new chapter of your life!

Sharan Ranjit was my second set of eyes at this wedding and I am grateful for him!