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Bird Photography Tours and Field Workshops in India

byMahesh ReddyConducts tours and safaris across IndiaStarts from₹15,000 per participant (1-2 Day Workshop)View full gallery

From the vibrant Plum-headed Parakeet to the majestic peacock's display, I help you move beyond simple portraits to capture the true spirit of India's birdlife.

A male Plum-headed Parakeet perched among the 'Flame of the Forest' flowers. The complementary colors of the bird and its perch make for a stunning composition.

A male Plum-headed Parakeet perched among the 'Flame of the Forest' flowers. The complementary colors of the bird and its perch make for a stunning composition.

A male Plum-headed Parakeet perched among the 'Flame of the Forest' flowers. The complementary colors of the bird and its perch make for a stunning composition.

A Plum-headed Parakeet spreads its wings, showing the beautiful feathers underneath. Capturing these fleeting moments of action is always a goal.

A portrait of a male Plum-headed Parakeet on a simple perch, allowing its incredible colors to be the star of the show.

A portrait of a male Plum-headed Parakeet on a simple perch, allowing its incredible colors to be the star of the show.

A portrait of a male Plum-headed Parakeet on a simple perch, allowing its incredible colors to be the star of the show.

A portrait of a male Plum-headed Parakeet on a simple perch, allowing its incredible colors to be the star of the show.

A Plum-headed Parakeet curiously inspects a bright red Poinsettia flower, creating a beautiful and festive image.

A male Indian Peafowl displays his magnificent train on a forest path. This courtship display is one of the most spectacular sights in the Indian jungle.

About The Vibrant World of Birds

Getting a sharp shot of a bird in motion isn't just about shutter speed. It is about reading the signs, like the way a Parakeet angles itself toward the sunlight or the subtle shift in a Peacock’s posture before it fans its feathers. Whether we are in the Western Ghats or on the outskirts of Bengaluru, I show you how to anticipate these movements, adjust your exposure for those tricky backgrounds, and wait for the precise moment the bird reveals its character.

15 years capturing India's avian life — Approved by the tribe
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Mahesh Reddy

Conducts tours and safaris across IndiaStarts from ₹15,000 per participant (1-2 Day Workshop)

I am Mahesh. I have spent the last 15 years chasing stories in the jungle, and birds have always been my favorite subjects to track. If you want to stop snapping snapshots and start making images that actually tell a story, I am here to show you how.

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