From Passion to Profession: My Photography Journey
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A glimpse into the milestones, media features, and the creative evolution that shaped my path as a photographer.
It wasn't always awards and magazine features. The journey started in a tiny home studio in Gurgaon, fueled by late nights and a refusal to give up on my creative dream. Every accolade I hold now, from being recognized as a Canon Maestro to my features in Femina, is simply a reminder of that very first client who trusted me to capture their story when I was just starting out.
Looking back, the jump from a stable corporate job to full-time photography was the biggest risk I ever took. I spent years juggling loans and bills, but the urge to create something raw and unfiltered kept me going. When I finally quit my job seven years ago, I didn't have a plan, just a camera and a vision to make moms feel like celebrities in their own lives.
Getting featured in Femina and Women Fitness India were incredible 'pinch-me' moments, but the true validation came when I realized my studio in Sector 42 had become a safe space for women to celebrate themselves. Being the first Indian photographer to teach at the Belly Baby Summit in the U.S. was a turning point, not because of the status, but because it allowed me to share what I know with photographers across 50 countries.
Today, I treat every session as a conversation without words. Whether it is an award-winning maternity portrait or a personal branding shoot, my process remains the same: I chase the light, I curate the styling, and I create an environment where you can forget the camera exists. Awards like the CKOA 'Best Maternity Portraits' are just highlights on a long, beautiful road of connecting with people like you. I am here to help you see your own magic, one click at a time.