--- title: "Featured Photography Work and Lighting Workshops in Mumbai" description: "Explore raw, organic portraiture and learn professional lighting techniques. Join my hands-on workshops in Mumbai designed for photographers who value honest imagery." canonical: https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur/photography-workshops-mentoring/featured last_updated: 2026-01-20 --- # Featured Photography Work and Workshops Tribe Verified · 13 years of raw, honest photography. By [Vidhi Thakur](https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur) · In-person workshops at studio in Mumbai · ₹24.5K per participant (estimate) Part of [Photography Workshops & Mentoring](https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur/photography-workshops-mentoring). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur/photography-workshops-mentoring/gallery) A look into my world of photography, where I focus on slow, quiet processes to create imagery that feels raw, honest, and technically sound. ## Photos and videos - [Video: This is a quick introduction to my hands-on photography workshops. I will guide you through 10 foundational lighting setups, my approach to minimal styling and posing, and the business of photography, so you can build both your skills and your career.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5bf73ad3-8aaf-4676-8917-dd8955fe2793) - [Video: Sometimes the smallest change makes the biggest difference. In this short video, I show how a simple color adjustment in post-production can completely shift the mood of a portrait, making it feel more soothing and harmonious. This is a core part of my minimal retouching workflow.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6709bafa-c245-4e18-955e-9d82dec57ed1) - ![A quiet portrait of an actor, where we focused on subtracting everything unnecessary to find something pure. This black and white image is about capturing the stillness and raw emotion that lies beneath the surface.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/915d8f68-f1b6-4385-86eb-46c2be65e438) - ![A glimpse into a hands-on learning session. Here, we are building a classic portrait lighting setup with an umbrella and softbox, demonstrating how different light shapers create specific moods for beauty and fashion photography.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f6cb47bf-70c9-4072-8bb2-83e16fd8b200) - [Video: The energy on set is just as important as the technical setup. This is a moment from a session where the focus was on creating raw, organic portraits through effortless direction and minimal styling, letting the subject's natural presence shine.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b88dcbf1-f95e-47e9-bfb5-df569e7decda) - [Video: A behind the scenes look at a corporate portrait session. My workshops also cover the commercial side of photography, including how to direct professionals and deliver clean, polished headshots for business clients.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/02fe05ee-9893-4e46-a49b-dad219f9c4d7) - ![Taking the studio outdoors for a fashion lookbook. This shows how I use reflectors and natural light to create soft, flattering portraits even in challenging environments, a key skill for versatile photographers.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a2df14bb-a54c-46c4-882c-470d066d0fec) ## About Featured These images serve as the foundation for the techniques I teach in my workshops, from guiding subjects through minimal styling to executing precise lighting setups. You are seeing the balance between my technical approach to light and my commitment to organic, unhurried portraiture that avoids heavy manipulation. My approach to photography is rooted in stillness. Whether I am shooting a commercial lookbook or running a workshop in my Andheri West studio, the goal is always to strip away the unnecessary noise. ### The Art of Lighting In my hands-on workshops, I move away from lecture-based learning to teach you the practical side of light shaping. We cover 10 foundational lighting setups using modifiers like softboxes, umbrellas, and beauty dishes. You will learn not just where to place the light, but why it works for specific moods. I keep batch sizes small (8 to 12 students) to ensure I can audit your work in real-time, helping you identify where a shadow might be harsh or where a pose feels disconnected. ### Minimalist Workflow I believe in enhancing, not altering. My sessions include a dedicated look at my retouching workflow, where we focus on maintaining clean skin texture and organic color tones rather than using heavy digital filters. This is about delivering polished images that still look like real people. ### Business for Creatives Photography is an art, but it is also a business. Beyond the technical skill, I share my experience with commercial pricing, client negotiation, and how to position your portfolio to attract the right people. If you are looking to refine your technical skills or want a private mentorship session to audit your current portfolio, I am here to help you find your own rhythm. ## About Vidhi Thakur I’m Vidhi. I’ve been using the same camera for over 13 years because I believe in the consistency of craft over chasing the latest gear. Whether you are booking a portrait session or joining me for a workshop in Mumbai, expect a space where we focus on raw light and real energy. [See all of Vidhi Thakur's services](https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur) ## More from Photography Workshops & Mentoring by Vidhi Thakur - [Hands-On Lighting Workshops](https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur/photography-workshops-mentoring/hands-on-lighting-workshops) - [The Art of Posing & Direction](https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur/photography-workshops-mentoring/the-art-of-posing-direction) - [Minimal & Organic Retouching](https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur/photography-workshops-mentoring/minimal-organic-retouching) - [Commercial & Client Shoots](https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur/photography-workshops-mentoring/commercial-client-shoots) - [Behind the Scenes: My Creative Process](https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur/photography-workshops-mentoring/behind-the-scenes-my-creative-process) ## More services by Vidhi Thakur - [Fashion & Product Photography](https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur/fashion-product-photography) - [Portrait & Headshot Photography](https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur/portrait-headshot-photography) ## Similar work from other experts - [Authentic Portrait Photography and Mentorship in Mumbai](https://mytribe.in/aakash__kushwah/photography-mentoring-education/featured) by Aakash · Photography Mentoring & Education · Online sessions and in-person across Mumbai - [Professional Portrait Photography](https://mytribe.in/shikharphotographer/celebrity-artist-portrait-photography/featured) by Shikhar Shukla · Celebrity & Artist Portrait Photography · Shoots across Mumbai; travels pan-India for projects - [Authentic Portrait Photography in Mumbai](https://mytribe.in/everydayportraitsbyvidhi/portrait-photography/featured) by Vidhi Thakur · Portrait Photography · Studio in Malad West, Mumbai; Travels to Pune, Hyderabad, Bengaluru & Ranchi - [Behind the Scenes: The Magic of a Mumbai Studio Shoot](https://mytribe.in/itspkphotography.in/portrait-photography/behind-the-scenes-the-magic-in-making) by PK Photography · Portrait Photography · Shoots at Andheri West studio or on-location across Mumbai - [Photography Workshops and Technical Mentorship](https://mytribe.in/vipingaur/photography-education-workshops/featured) by Vipin Gaur · Photography Education & Workshops · Online sessions, workshops across India & Studio in Panaji - [Artistic Portrait Photography in Mumbai](https://mytribe.in/vrutikadoshiphotography/lifestyle-portrait-photography/the-art-of-the-portrait) by Vrutika Doshi · Lifestyle & Portrait Photography · On-location shoots across Mumbai ## Book To book Vidhi Thakur, message mytribe on WhatsApp: [Chat on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/916360004054?text=Hi%2C%20I'm%20looking%20for%20Photography%20Workshops%20%26%20Mentoring%20by%20Vidhi%20Thakur.) 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