--- title: "Behind the Lens: Vidhi's Organic Portrait Photography Process" description: "See how we create raw, authentic portraits. From studio lighting to outdoor sessions, discover my calm, collaborative approach to portrait photography in Mumbai." canonical: https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur/portrait-headshot-photography/behind-the-lens-my-process last_updated: 2026-01-20 --- # Behind the Lens: My Portrait Photography Process Tribe Verified · 13 years capturing raw, authentic portraits. By [Vidhi Thakur](https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur) · Studio and on-location shoots across Mumbai · ₹15K per session (estimate) Part of [Portrait & Headshot Photography](https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur/portrait-headshot-photography). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/vidhithakur/portrait-headshot-photography/gallery) Step into my studio and location shoots. See how we balance light, mood, and direction to create portraits that feel authentically like you. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A behind-the-scenes look at a personal branding shoot in Pune. It shows the collaborative and relaxed atmosphere I create on set, whether we are shooting indoors or outdoors.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0c2779c6-35d3-4de3-8433-e34af0f8d142) - [Video: A glimpse into a minimal and organic portrait session. This shows how I work with natural light and simple directions to help the subject feel comfortable and be their authentic self.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b88dcbf1-f95e-47e9-bfb5-df569e7decda) - ![In my element, focused on getting the shot. This is a candid look at me working on set, carefully composing a shot and managing the light.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/770342c6-3930-4679-bcc6-f0e7d2598d23) - [Video: Behind the scenes at a corporate headshot session. My process involves clear direction and collaboration to ensure every professional gets a portrait that is both polished and authentic.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/02fe05ee-9893-4e46-a49b-dad219f9c4d7) - [Video: A peek into the process of creating a conceptual beach portrait. It takes teamwork and a willingness to get our feet wet to bring a creative vision to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0d097fc9-4c4f-49cb-9b1c-5a5ba7e7bc7d) - [Video: A short video showing my hands-on approach during a portrait shoot. I believe in guiding my clients through every pose and angle to help them feel confident and at ease.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/caaad63a-1571-4a87-ae90-db7dbff1a490) - [Video: A behind-the-scenes clip from a moody, cinematic portrait session in Mumbai. This shows how I use simple props and styling to create a strong narrative feel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/94568315-09af-4b0d-9dd5-b6bb42f04772) - [Video: Finding beauty in everyday locations. This clip shows me setting up a shot on a typical Mumbai street, using the colorful environment as our backdrop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d3aee9a6-8185-4874-a09a-f5ce0af56f0b) - ![My workspace for the day. A simple studio setup with carefully placed lights is all I need to start creating beautiful, clean portraits.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c910d8e0-500a-4cdf-ace8-514c8185fe1f) - ![A candid moment of collaboration between me and the model during an outdoor fashion shoot. The best results come from a shared vision and good energy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ea91c8ba-1642-4088-9904-b9239547fd2b) - [Video: Patience is key in photography. This video shows me taking the time to perfect the lighting and composition, ensuring every detail is just right before I take the shot.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1693b73b-617a-49dc-951c-40ff015a8fec) - [Video: A fun and high-energy behind-the-scenes look at a beauty campaign shoot. It shows the teamwork and collaborative spirit that goes into creating polished commercial work.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c3741423-b77c-4285-916d-8366a2131854) - [Video: A glimpse of me at work during an outdoor portrait session in Mumbai. I love finding interesting pockets of light and architecture to use as my canvas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/81852731-b8db-49ed-9d31-ab67fbb46e3e) ## About Behind the Lens: My Process Before we even pick up the camera, we spend 15 minutes talking about your wardrobe and the mood you want. It might seem like a small step, but aligning our colors and energy beforehand is what keeps the shoot smooth and ensures the final portraits look like an extension of your own style rather than just a standard pose. My approach is not about rigid posing or heavy post-production that hides who you are. Whether you are coming to my Andheri West studio for a corporate headshot or meeting me for an outdoor creative series, the process is consistent. We start by stripping away the noise. I focus on natural skin texture and organic color harmony rather than chasing the latest editing trends. During our time together, you will notice I am quite hands-on. I guide you through angles, body language, and even small fixes like styling or lighting placement. If we are in the studio, we work with a clean Elinchrom strobe setup to create sculptural, defined light. If we are outdoors, we hunt for that perfect natural glow to keep things feeling organic. A successful portrait is less about the camera and more about the rapport. If you are camera-shy, that is just part of the work, and we account for it. We do not rush. We move through outfit changes and lighting tweaks until the energy feels right. I prefer to deliver raw, honest portraits where you genuinely recognize yourself in the final frame. If you want to see how we can align a vision for your next profile update or personal series, let's talk. ## About Vidhi Thakur I’m Vidhi. I believe a portrait session shouldn't feel like a transaction or a stiff, formal chore. I’m there to help you relax, fix the stray hair, and find the light that makes you look like the best version of yourself. 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