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byTanmay KamatkarShoots across Mumbai; travels pan-India for projectsStarts from₹8,000 per sessionView full gallery

These are the moments that define my journey—from the raw energy of Mumbai's streets to the silence of the high Himalayas. Every image here is an honest look at the world through my lens.

This is the Pottan Theyyam, a ritual of fire and faith in Kerala. I stayed up all night to capture this moment, where the performer, embodying a deity, walks through embers, representing a powerful story of resistance and spirit.

An off-road vehicle navigates a winding road in the snow-covered expanse of Spiti Valley. This drone shot captures the scale of the Himalayas and the spirit of adventure that drives me to explore these remote landscapes.

A long-exposure shot of Mumbai's Municipal Corporation Building at night, with light trails from traffic creating rivers of light. This image shows the city's constant motion, a blend of historic architecture and relentless modern energy.

A woman takes a holy dip in the Ganges at sunrise, her red saree a stark contrast against the calm, golden water. This is a moment of pure faith, a quiet prayer in the heart of Varanasi's spiritual landscape.

A portrait of a Kushti wrestler from Kolhapur, his face and body covered in the sacred mud of the 'taleem'. His direct gaze speaks of the immense strength, discipline, and tradition inherent in this ancient form of Indian wrestling.

A man celebrating Lathmaar Holi, his face serene amidst a swirl of vibrant red fabric. This photo captures the personal, intimate moments of devotion found within the wild chaos of India's most colorful festival.

This cinematic drone video follows my motorcycle ride along a tranquil reservoir in the Western Ghats. It captures the feeling of freedom and escape that I find on the open road, with the earth zooming out to reveal the scale of the journey.

A collection of antique typewriters and vinyl records discovered in the labyrinthine lanes of Mumbai's Chor Bazaar. Each object holds a story, representing the vintage soul and forgotten histories I seek to uncover in my urban explorations.

About Featured

I don't just take photos; I hunt for the soul of a place. Whether I am trekking with a drone in the Western Ghats or navigating the narrow lanes of Mumbai's Chor Bazaar, I keep my gear minimal—usually a full-frame camera and a 50mm prime—to stay agile and candid. I prefer capturing raw, atmospheric light over heavy flash setups, ensuring that what you get is the real energy of the moment, not a staged simulation.

Capturing raw Indian stories, city to summit. — Approved by the tribe
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Tanmay Kamatkar

Shoots across Mumbai; travels pan-India for projectsStarts from ₹8,000 per session

I turned a personal setback into a career chasing stories across India. My lens is my way of understanding the world, and I bring that same, raw curiosity to every project I take on.

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