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Fine Art Photography & Human Form Portraits

byShikhar ShuklaShoots across Mumbai; travels pan-India for projectsStarts from₹35,000 Per ShootView full gallery

These aren't just photos. They are a collaboration of light, shadow, and skin—a study of the human form captured in its most honest, artistic state.

This award-winning monochrome photograph explores touch and texture. The image, which received an honorable mention at the Monochrome Photography Awards, focuses on the detail of a paint-covered hand on skin.

A slightly different crop of the award-winning fine art photograph, presented without the award text to focus solely on the artistic composition and detail.

A minimalist black and white close-up of an eye. This fine art shot uses simplicity and text to convey a message, focusing on the beauty in simple forms.

A classic male portrait study, using soft, warm light to sculpt the subject's features and create a timeless, artistic feel.

An abstract, high-key black and white photograph focusing on the curves of the human back. This minimalist composition turns the body into a piece of sculpture.

An intimate black and white portrait that uses the soft light from a window. The composition creates a feeling of vulnerability and quiet contemplation.

A macro-style fine art photograph capturing the texture and landscape of skin. The warm light highlights the subtle contours of the human form.

A fine art portrait focusing on the back and shoulders, draped in simple fabric. The warm tones and soft lighting create a painterly and elegant study of the human form.

A reel dedicated to my black and white photography, showcasing a range of enigmatic and stylish portraits that highlight my fine art approach.

About Fine Art & The Human Form

When we shoot fine art, it’s a quiet, intense process. We strip away the noise to find the raw texture of skin and the geometry of the body. You won't find rigid, forced posing here. Instead, we move, breathe, and wait for the light to hit the right curve, making the final result feel more like a sculpture than just a click of a shutter.

Featured in Monochrome Photography Awards 2022 — Approved by the tribe
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Shikhar Shukla

Shoots across Mumbai; travels pan-India for projectsStarts from ₹35,000 Per Shoot

I don’t just take your picture; I want to document the way you move and exist in space. It’s a dance between us—raw, unscripted, and entirely about your energy. Let’s make some art that breaks the mold.

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Black and White Portrait Photography

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A candid, behind-the-scenes moment captured in timeless black and white. The monochrome treatment emphasizes the joy and emotion of the moment, focusing on the model's smile as she applies her makeup. It tells a story of preparation and passion.28
This black and white conversion of a studio shot emphasizes the texture of the model's wet hair and her joyful expression. Without color, the focus shifts entirely to the light, shadow, and the genuine emotion of the moment.
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Monochrome & Timeless Portraits

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Ruhaan KhanShoots across Mumbai Metropolitan Area; Studio 1965 at Goregaon
A dramatic black and white portrait in a field of tall grass. The high contrast and the model's pose create a moody, cinematic, and slightly mysterious feel.6
A beautiful and intimate black and white portrait. The focus is entirely on her expression and the soft texture of her curly hair.
A contemplative black and white portrait. The subject is seated in the grass, and the monochrome tones emphasize the peaceful, natural setting.
A classic black and white portrait against a backdrop of palm leaves. The contrast between her white dress and the dark leaves creates a striking composition.

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