Animal Photography
Available across India
I photograph wild animals and pets in their natural moods, whether in forests or at your home, always keeping their comfort and safety first.
Pricing Guide
Private Pet Portrait Session
Scope of Work
- Duration: 2 to 3 hours of shooting time at a location of choice (home, garden, or public park).
- Subject: Coverage for 1 pet (Dog or Cat).
- Approach: Includes a patience buffer to allow the pet to settle, ensuring natural poses without force.
Deliverables
- Image Count: 20 to 25 professionally retouched high-resolution digital images.
- Style: A mix of action shots and emotive close-up portraits using professional telephoto lenses.
- Editing: Naturalistic color grading, fur sharpening, and background distraction removal.
Commercial Brand & Product Campaign
Production Scope
- Concept: Custom mood board creation to align with brand identity.
- Setup: Portable studio lighting for white/solid backgrounds or on-location styling for lifestyle imagery.
- Duration: Full day shoot (approx. 8 hours) covering multiple pets or product SKUs.
Commercial Deliverables
- Image Count: 30 to 40 final images optimized for web and print.
- Retouching: High-end commercial editing including texture cleaning and stray hair removal.
- Licensing: Includes standard commercial usage rights for regional or national digital and print marketing.
Biodiversity & Wildlife Survey
Field Service
- Site Survey: Dedicated field day exploring the property (Farmhouse, Resort, or Garden) to spot wildlife.
- Photography: Macro and telephoto capture of resident fauna including birds, butterflies, insects, and reptiles.
Report & Identification
- Documentation: Accurate identification including Common Names, Scientific Names, and IUCN Conservation Status.
- Deliverables: A curated digital album or PDF report of the wildlife found on the property.
- Methodology: Ethical observation practices by a published naturalist author to ensure no disturbance to the ecosystem.
About Animal Photography
Listening to Animals
I believe animals have stories, if you just sit quietly and pay attention. For me, taking a photo is like finishing a silent chat with them. Sometimes I’m out in the wild, feeling unsure or jittery, till the moment a leaf rustles or I catch a rare look from an animal. Forests keep surprising me and I love sharing those moments.
How I Capture Animals
I work in two main spaces: the wild and your home.
- Wildlife Photography: This is what I live for. I travel across India and beyond, carrying my “bazooka” lens, always chasing authentic, unstaged moments. I wait out for the tiger’s yawn, a leopard’s stealth, even playful birds and butterflies. I’m also a partner photographer for a wild cat conservation group - conservation photography is close to my heart.
- Pet Portrait Sessions (Mumbai): Your pet has a personality, and I want to show it off. Shoots can be in your home or outdoors, and I’ll adjust to shy or energetic animals. I always take time so they feel safe and at ease.
Photography With Purpose
Animal welfare matters to me. I often work with Mumbai shelters and NGOs, making animal rescue images that help pets and strays get new homes. I never stress animals for a shot. Ethical wildlife photography is a must - I won’t compromise their safety or dignity.
How It Works
Wildlife shoots are project-based and I travel for them. Pet shoots in Mumbai start with a chat about your pet and what you want, then we keep it relaxed and go at your animal’s pace. Patience is the secret sauce.
Meet your Expert
Saloni Tirodkar
48 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Hey, I’m Saloni. Forests feel like home to me, not just a backdrop for photos. I’m a photographer and, yeah, I talk to animals – telepathically! Sounds wild, but it’s real for me. Once, Bandhavgarh whispered hints before tigers showed up. Since 2007, I’ve followed Ranthambore’s queens and even wrote a book about Juhu’s birds. It’s all about connecting – tiger, sparrow, or even the city crow.
My Work
Wildlife & Pet Photography - I capture golden hour wildlife portraits and your pets’ quirks at home. Nat Geo India, Sanctuary Asia have featured my work.
Telepathic Animal Communication - I help you understand your pet or wild animal through feelings and images, not just words. Yes, even with birds and bugs.
Ethical Approach - I keep animal welfare first, always. I try to blend in, respect nature, and never put animals at risk for a shot.