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Classic Monochrome Photography

byMitesh PunjabiShoots in Mumbai & Jaipur; Travels across India for projectsStarts from₹45,000 per session (3-4 looks)View full gallery

Timeless black and white images that strip away color to focus on raw emotion, texture, and form. Designed for editorial features and professional portfolios.

An intimate black and white portrait, where the model's direct gaze and hands framing her face create a powerful, emotional connection.

A stunning close-up monochrome portrait of Nushrratt Bharuccha, where the lighting sculpts her features and highlights the delicate necklace.

A dynamic full-length monochrome shot of Nushrratt Bharuccha, with the fringed scarf creating a beautiful sense of movement.

A moody black and white portrait with hair blowing across the model's face, creating a sense of mystery and raw emotion.

An artistic monochrome shot with a shallow depth of field, drawing focus to the model's expressive face.

A powerful black and white portrait with the model crouched in a corner, using shadows and composition to convey a strong mood.

An elegant monochrome portrait of Nushrratt Bharuccha, looking down with a graceful and contemplative expression.

A full-length black and white shot, using negative space to create a minimalist yet impactful high-fashion image.

A dynamic monochrome portrait of Nushrratt Bharuccha, capturing the movement of the fringed fabric around her.

A poised and classic full-length monochrome portrait of Nushrratt Bharuccha, exuding timeless elegance.

About Classic Monochrome

Stripping away color changes how we approach a shoot. It forces us to rely entirely on lighting, contrast, and the texture of the wardrobe to tell the story. Because of this, my monochrome work often involves more precise studio lighting to sculpt facial features and skin. If you are planning a series, we need to discuss the mood and textures beforehand so we can set the light ratios correctly.

Photography featured in GQ and GlobalSpa. — Approved by the tribe
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Mitesh Punjabi

Shoots in Mumbai & Jaipur; Travels across India for projectsStarts from ₹45,000 per session (3-4 looks)

I am Mitesh. I split my time between Mumbai and Jaipur working on fashion campaigns and celebrity projects. My approach is simple: I collaborate with stylists, makeup artists, and directors to ensure we get the perfect shot. Let’s create.

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