--- title: "The Mom Behind the Camera | Candid Family Photography Hyderabad" description: "Meet Sonal, a Hyderabad photographer capturing honest, candid family stories. Step out from behind the camera and into the frame with professional lifestyle photography." canonical: https://mytribe.in/sonalbindraphotography/family-child-photography/my-story-the-mom-behind-the-camera last_updated: 2025-09-15 --- # The Story Behind the Lens Tribe Verified · Based in Hyderabad, capturing candid family stories. By [Sonal Bindra](https://mytribe.in/sonalbindraphotography) · Shoots across Hyderabad · ₹12K per session (estimate) Part of [Family & Child Photography](https://mytribe.in/sonalbindraphotography/family-child-photography). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/sonalbindraphotography/family-child-photography/gallery) I often say that I am a storyteller first and a photographer second. This page is a glimpse into my own journey as a mother and why I believe it is so important for every mom to exist in the family album, not just be the one taking the photos. ## Photos and videos - ![This year, I gifted myself a photoshoot. As a mom, I'm always the one taking the pictures, and I realized I missed being in them. This was an act of reclaiming a part of myself.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f9e36d3c-bec7-4b3b-9478-e3991a84e12f) - ![A quiet moment of reflection for myself. It's important to pause and find moments of peace, and I wanted to capture that feeling in a self-portrait.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fde87b25-b970-4bfc-8bd8-ecda312080e7) - ![A simple, honest self-portrait. My work is about capturing authenticity, and I believe in showing up authentically myself, both behind and in front of the camera.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5c9a1402-ee35-425a-bc5e-1af3dad68bc6) ## About My Story: The Mom Behind the Camera When I photograph families in Hyderabad, I prioritize the same approach I use for my own self-portraits: total honesty. I do not use studio props or forced posing because I know that the most beautiful, tangible memories are the ones where you are laughing at a joke, soothing a crying child, or just sitting still. If you are worried about your toddler not sitting still or your living room not being 'perfect,' that is exactly the kind of chaos I love to capture. As a mom to two boys, I have learned that the best stories are found in the messy, unscripted parts of our days. For years, I was the one behind the camera—always documenting my parents or my children, but rarely finding myself in the frame. It took a shift in perspective for me to realize that my children need to see me in their history, just as much as I need to see them in mine. This is why I do not offer stiff, studio-based sessions. Whether we are meeting at a park for a golden hour shoot or hanging out at your home for a newborn session, my goal is to document your life exactly as it feels right now. I provide guidance on styling and comfort, but the movement is entirely up to you and your family. My work is firmly rooted in Hyderabad, and I specialize in natural, documentary-style photography. I want to help you capture the milestones, but more importantly, I want to help you capture the in-between moments—the ones you might otherwise forget when you are busy managing the day-to-day. You deserve to be in the photos, and I would be honored to help you make that happen. ## About Sonal Bindra I am Sonal, a Hyderabad-based photographer who believes every family has a unique story to tell. I swap stiff poses for real emotions, helping parents step out from behind the camera and into the frame with their loved ones. [See all of Sonal Bindra's services](https://mytribe.in/sonalbindraphotography) ## More from Family & Child Photography by Sonal Bindra - [Featured](https://mytribe.in/sonalbindraphotography/family-child-photography/featured) - [Childhood, Unfiltered](https://mytribe.in/sonalbindraphotography/family-child-photography/childhood-unfiltered) - [Marking the Milestones](https://mytribe.in/sonalbindraphotography/family-child-photography/marking-the-milestones) - [The First Chapter: Maternity & Newborns](https://mytribe.in/sonalbindraphotography/family-child-photography/the-first-chapter-maternity-newborns) - [Generations Together](https://mytribe.in/sonalbindraphotography/family-child-photography/generations-together) - [Holiday & Festival Shoots](https://mytribe.in/sonalbindraphotography/family-child-photography/holiday-festival-shoots) - [Brand Storytelling & Product Photography](https://mytribe.in/sonalbindraphotography/family-child-photography/brand-storytelling-product-photography) ## More services by Sonal Bindra - [Brand & Product Photography](https://mytribe.in/sonalbindraphotography/brand-product-photography) ## Similar work from other experts - [Featured Family and Maternity Portrait Stories](https://mytribe.in/impresio_studio/baby-child-photography/featured) by Impresio Studio · Baby & Child Photography · Studio in Noida; Shoots across Delhi NCR & travels to major cities including Dubai - [Natural Family Photography with Your New Baby](https://mytribe.in/cuddlesandgigglesphotography/newborn-baby-photography/our-family-story) by Cuddles & Giggles Photography · Newborn & Baby Photography · At-home shoots in Bengaluru; travels across South India - [Natural Mom & Me Photoshoots in Bengaluru](https://mytribe.in/aaryasphotography/maternity-baby-photography/mom-me-natural-family-bonds) by Aaryas Photography · Maternity & Baby Photography · Studio in Lingarajapuram, Bengaluru; Travels across South India for baby & maternity shoots - [Our Featured Photography and Cinematic Work](https://mytribe.in/bangaloreclicks_/portrait-portfolio-photography/featured) by Clicks · Portrait & Portfolio Photography · Studio in Battarahalli; Shoots across India & Germany - [Natural Family Portraits in Bangalore](https://mytribe.in/lensupbymanurawal/family-kids-photography/family-portraits) by LensUp By Manu Rawal · Family & Kids Photography · Studio in Bellandur; Travels to client locations across Bengaluru & Hyderabad - [A Collection of Real Moments: Portraits and Maternity](https://mytribe.in/everydayportraitsbyvidhi/maternity-family-photography/featured) by Vidhi Thakur · Maternity & Family Photography · Studio in Malad West, Mumbai; Travels to Pune, Hyderabad, Bengaluru & Ranchi ## Book To book Sonal Bindra, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%20Sonal%2C%20I%20loved%20the%20photos%20on%20your%20site%20and%20would%20like%20to%20chat%20about%20booking%20a%20family%20photography%20session.)