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Photography with Purpose: Ethical Nature & Pet Portraits

bySaloni TirodkarPet portraits in Mumbai; Travels across India for wildlife shootsStarts from₹14,500 per sessionView full gallery

My lens captures more than just animals. I document the lives of street rescues and wild inhabitants, aiming to spark change and create real connections through my work.

An update on my fight to save the Juhu Lake. This video is a plea for help to clean up this vital urban wetland, which is home to over 134 species of birds but is being choked by water hyacinth.

My feature in Mid-Day India, bringing attention to the "killer carpet of green" suffocating the Juhu lake. Media coverage is crucial for raising public awareness and pressuring authorities to act.

I don't usually post videos of myself, but this is an urgent call to action. I explain the devastating impact of water hyacinth on the Juhu lake's ecosystem and the birds and fish that depend on it.

A before-and-after look at the Juhu lake, using satellite imagery to show the shocking spread of water hyacinth. Visual evidence like this is powerful in conservation campaigns.

A dog at the Probably Paradise shelter finding a creative way to cool off in the Mumbai heat. My photos for shelters aim to show the personality and resilience of these animals, helping them find forever homes.

A peaceful moment for a stray dog at the shelter. Even in difficult circumstances, they find moments of peace. This is why I advocate for adoption and supporting local NGOs.

Another resident of the animal shelter, finding comfort in a simple plastic tub. These images are part of my work for World Stray Animals Day, promoting kindness and care for street animals.

A Halari Donkey at the Probably Paradise shelter. I volunteer my photography skills to help organizations like World For All showcase the beautiful animals in their care, like this gentle soul.

This is me in 2009, rescuing a stranded Olive Ridley hatchling and guiding it towards the sea. This early experience solidified my commitment to hands-on conservation and ethical wildlife interaction.

A touching moment between two Orangutans and a visitor at the Melbourne Zoo. While I no longer support zoos, this photo from my past captures the deep emotional capacity of these intelligent primates.

About Photography with Purpose

People often ask how I get those calm, emotive portraits of shelter animals. The secret is simple: I do not rush. Whether I am at a Mumbai shelter or on a field survey, I spend hours waiting for the animal to feel safe enough to just be themselves. There are no flashing lights or loud commands, just patience and a quiet, respectful presence.

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Saloni Tirodkar

Pet portraits in Mumbai; Travels across India for wildlife shootsStarts from ₹14,500 per session

I am Saloni, and I believe every animal has a story waiting to be told. My photography is my way of giving a voice to the voiceless, whether it is a stray finding comfort in a shelter or a species struggling for survival in the wild.

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