--- title: "Behind the Scenes: My Process for Cinematic Photography | Shreyans" description: "See how I build cinematic jewellery photography campaigns. From technical lighting setups to directing models, here is the process behind my commercial work." canonical: https://mytribe.in/shreyansdungarwal/jewellery-accessory-photography/behind-the-scenes-my-process last_updated: 2025-09-26 --- # Behind the Scenes: How I Direct and Light My Shoots Tribe Verified · Professional shoots across Mumbai and India By [Shreyans Dungarwal](https://mytribe.in/shreyansdungarwal) · Shoots at studio in Mumbai; travels pan-India · ₹38K per shoot (approx. 4 hours) (estimate) Part of [Jewellery & Accessory Photography](https://mytribe.in/shreyansdungarwal/jewellery-accessory-photography). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/shreyansdungarwal/jewellery-accessory-photography/gallery) Transparency is the name of the game. Get a look at how I direct models, master the lighting, and collaborate with my team to bring a concept to life from scratch. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Watch how I direct on set to get the perfect shot. It's all about clear communication, building a rhythm with the model, and making quick adjustments to capture the right attitude. This is how we turn a concept into a compelling image.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f105bda2-905a-4f27-bf80-673e543a6881) - [Video: This clip shows a typical studio setup for one of my shoots. You can see me working with my team to position lights, including a Fresnel sheet, to create a specific mood. It’s this attention to technical detail that defines my work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/980c926a-5802-496a-a0db-a3003aab8bdf) - [Video: Being a photographer is more than just taking pictures. It's about building a team and mastering your tools. Here you can see me and my assistant setting up a Profoto light, a crucial part of my workflow for sculpting the perfect shot.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/433b075d-c16e-40b4-8050-50177aaa29d3) ## About Behind the Scenes: My Process When I am on set, nothing is left to chance. I keep a 'pitara'—my personal collection of lighting modifiers like Fresnel sheets and custom gobos—to sculpt the exact shadows and mood we need for each frame. Every piece of equipment, from the Profoto strobe to the specific light-shaping tool, is chosen to build the story, not just to illuminate the subject. I do not just show up and snap photos. A campaign shoot is a living, breathing project. Whether we are in a Mumbai studio or on location, the process starts long before the shutter clicks. We begin with mood boards and technical breakdowns, deciding exactly how we will use light to tell the story. My lighting workflow is obsessive. I use optical snoots for sharp, punchy highlights on jewellery and Fresnel sheets when I need that cinematic, theatrical quality. If a scene feels flat, we do not just add more lights. We look at the quality of the light. We adjust the angle, swap the modifier, and make sure the shadow fall-off is doing the heavy lifting. Collaboration is non-negotiable. I rely on my team—stylists, MUAs, and assistants—to execute at a high level. On set, I am constantly directing. It is always, 'Chin down, look at me, give me attitude.' I want the model to feel the emotion of the piece. When you hire me, you are not just getting a photographer; you are getting a creative director who manages the set, the light, and the narrative. I also believe in radical transparency. I share these behind-the-scenes glimpses because you deserve to know that the team behind your images is meticulous, technical, and driven by a vision. This is how we make your jewellery or brand the hero of the movie. ## About Shreyans Dungarwal I’m Shreyans. I don't just take photos; I build visual stories. Whether it’s a high-end jewellery campaign or an editorial lookbook, I am on set to direct every detail, from the lighting setup to the model's attitude. 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