--- title: "Behind the Scenes: Candid Mumbai Street Photography by Ankish" description: "See how Ankish captures real, candid Mumbai street photography. No studios, no stiff poses—just your vibe and real locations. Book your street portrait session." canonical: https://mytribe.in/ankish.photographs/personal-portrait-photoshoot/behind-the-scenes last_updated: 2026-01-20 --- # Behind the Scenes: How I capture real moments Tribe Verified · Mumbai-based street photographer By [Ankish Patel](https://mytribe.in/ankish.photographs) · Shoots across Mumbai and Lonavala · ₹3,800 per session (estimate) Part of [Personal Portrait Photoshoot](https://mytribe.in/ankish.photographs/personal-portrait-photoshoot). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/ankish.photographs/personal-portrait-photoshoot/gallery) Photos look easy, but here is how it actually happens. See how I use Mumbai's streets, natural light, and a quick conversation to get that shot. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A moody, cinematic video of me enjoying a quiet moment by the water during a rainy day. Even photographers need to be in the frame sometimes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/79990a14-9c53-4784-a097-a5f1a4be7c70) ## About Behind The Scenes Getting a great shot is not about standing still or holding a stiff pose. It is about the two minutes of conversation we have before I even lift the camera. When you watch these clips, you will notice that I am usually walking and talking with you, not telling you what to do. That is how we keep things natural and get that 'ek number' result. My process is simple because I believe the best photos come from real vibes, not fancy studio lights. ### The Location vs Result Philosophy I often hear people say they want a 'cinematic look' but don't know where to shoot. My job is to see potential in the places you pass by every day. Whether it is a railway bridge, a busy market, or a quiet lane near Marine Drive, I am looking for the ambient light and the background that makes you stand out. ### How a session works When we meet, we do not waste time setting up tripods or lights. We grab your gear, walk through the area, and talk. If the light is hitting a wall just right, we stop. We shoot. We move on. It is fast, efficient, and keeps the energy high. ### Why no studio? Studios can be stiff. On the street, you are forced to react to the environment, which brings out your genuine personality. My Sony A7IV is small and mobile, which helps me move fast and catch those candid moments before they disappear. ### For the creators If you are looking for content for your brand or influencer profile, the process is the same. We mix planned poses with candid movement to create reels that feel like a film, not a commercial. Check out my other clusters for examples of specific styles like night portraits or couple shoots to see how this process adapts. ## About Ankish Patel Hi, I am Ankish. I roam the streets of Mumbai with my camera looking for genuine stories. I do not ask for big setups or complex poses because I believe the best shots happen when you are just being yourself. 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