Top 10 Photographers in India

Each photographer is known for their unique perception of capturing life through different lenses and perspectives and therefore choosing photography as a professional takes something else than just being good with a camera and lenses. Check out this Shiksha Article to learn about the art of photography through the lens of some of the most renowned photographers and why it is an emerging career in India and abroad. 

Each artist has carved a niche, combining technical prowess with a deep emotional connection to their subjects. With accolades from national and international platforms, they inspire aspiring photographers and enthusiasts alike. Join us on a visual journey as we explore the remarkable work of these talents, whose stunning imagery not only tells compelling stories but also elevates the art of photography in India. Whether you're an art lover or a photography aficionado, this collection is sure to captivate and inspire.

India is a rich land in terms of creative personalities. When it comes of Photography, India has aleady made a mark in the field at the national as well as international level. A number of Indian Photographers have made a mark in various categories of Photography such as Fashion, Documentary, Wildlife, Advertisement etc. Candidates interested in Photography are required to pursue the course and or can also practice individually. Interested candidate can pursue Photography either at professional level or freelancing.

Eligibility Criteria for Photography

There is no age limit to pursue Photography course. Candidate who has qualified class 12th Board examination are considered eligible for a diploma course in Photography. The duration of the course is usually one year. The course includes both theoretical knowledge of Photography as well as practical training. Meanwhile For undergraduate courses, candidates are required to appear for design or mass communication and other related entrance examinations to pursue full-time three-year/four-year courses.

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Top 10 Photographers in India

There are several photographers in India who have gained popularity not just in India but abroad as well. Read the article to know in detail about the top 10 Photographers in India.

Raghu Rai

Place: New Delhi

Raghu Rai is one of the renowned photographers in India. Through his Photography, he has worked for political causes. He is known for his work green peace during the Bhopal gas leak in 1984. He was also awarded Padmashree award in 1972 for his work.

Dabboo Ratnani

Place: Mumbai

Another prominent Indian photographer is Dabboo Ratnani. One of the popular fashion photographer, Ratnani, is famous for his kingfisher calendar shoots. Based in Mumbai, Ratnani has worked in Hindi film named 'Heroine'. He has worked with a number of celebrities in India such as Kiara Advani, Akshay Kumar, Hrithik Roshan and many more.

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Atul Kasbekar

Place: Mumbai

One of the popular Indian fashion photographer, Atul Kasbekar is also a film producer. The famous photographer is also known for the Kingfisher Calendar photo shoots. He is one of the popular Indian photographer who has worked with many Indian celebrities.

Dayanita Singh

Place: New Delhi

Popular as 'bookmaker who works with photography', Dayanita Singh is a renowned Indian Photographer in India. Based in New Delhi, Dayanita Singh is known for her styles of photography such as Documentary and Portrait. She has published as many as 8 books based on photography. She was also awarded Infinity Award by Museum Bhavan in April 2018.

Sooni Taraporevala

Place: Mumbai

Another famous photographer, Sooni Taraporevala is also a famous screenwriter and flim producer. Based in Mumbai, Sooni is known for her work 'Mississippi Masala'. Her photography is mainly focused on the common people in Mumbai.

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Rathika Ramasamy

Place: Theni

Another renowned photographer in India is Rathika Ramasamy. Based in a small town in Theni, Tamil Nadu, Rathika is a wildlife photographer. She is known for her photography types such as photos of birds and animals in jungles and forest. She also participated in the Clean Ganga Campaign and her work was showcased at 'India International Center' at New Delhi.

Arjun Mark

Place: Mumbai

Arjun Mark is known for his advertisement photography related to celebrities. He has also worked with popular celebrity Farah Khan for an advertising campaign. He keeps trying innovative techniques and reinventing his photography style.

Prabuddha Dasgupta

Place: Mumbai

One of the renowned Indian photographers Prabuddha Dasgupta, was a popular fine-art photographer. Popular for his black and white photography, Prabuddha was a fashion photographer. He is known for his series of popular photobooks namely Women, Ladakh, Edge of Faith and many more.

Gautam Rajadhyaksha

Place: Mumbai

Another prominent Indian Photographer Gautam Rajadhyaksha, was a known Indian fashion photographer. His fashion photography of celebrities includes Kajol, Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan. He has published a number of photobooks titled 'Faces and Anjaam' and many more.

Sudhir Shivaram

Place: Karnataka

Another renowned and inspiring Indian Photographer is Sudhir Shivaram. Hailing from Hassan, Karnataka, he is known for conducting photography tours for children and adults.

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