Top 10 Indian Photographers on Instagram

Here are the Top 10 Indian Photographers on Instagram who deserve a quick click on their ‘follow’ buttons.

• Tanned Stories:

Two young photographers, Saylee and Sampada, who were childhood friends as well, contemplated establishing their own tanned version of their food and travel by the name of @tannedstories .

Through their exceptional performance by balancing between their regular job and passion, which then led to photography passion, the idea of “Tanned” was born and came into the spotlight. Sampada and Saylee were given great significance for their work when they were acquired, and they quickly began working with other companies to aggrandize. In addition, more than 100 travel and food communities as well as digital agencies featured their production.

Another noteworthy event was when Thailand Tourism publicized their initiatives and even shared pictures of it on Instagram. They both believe in one common principle, that is, they share plain-spoken reviews and feedback about the locations they visit and the food they try to benefit their Instagram followers in the most positive and genuine way possible. Sampada and Saylee push travelers by leading them through their photography and content by sharing their amazing and must-follow travel adventures.

• Krish Shah:

Krish Shah, known as @lens.in.me, a 17-year-old teenager from Mumbai, the city of dreams, began his affinity for photography by using a cell phone to take pictures during the difficult COVID-19 lockdown. He has been behind the camera since he was 14 years old.

Shah soon developed his own technique, rhythm, and standpoint of photography because of his lifelong love for it, which taught him about the power that pictures hold and the kind of stories they can transmit to spectators.

With his expertise, he retained the moments for a lot longer and captured them for all time. Shah has been always curious about this world and inclination to capture its beauty in a very consequential way.

• Mihir Joshi:

Mihir, another committed shooter, who goes by the handle @shotby_mihir on Instagram, hails from Mumbai and excels in three different types of photography: street, landscape, and portrait.

Mihir’s passion for photography is due to sunsets. During the pandemic, he would use his phone to take photos of the sunset. By sharing them on WhatsApp and Instagram, he started gaining appreciation. His enthusiasm grew as he launched a new Instagram account solely devoted to his photography fervour.

He soon learned about another branch of the same field called astrophotography. He makes use of his leisure time by exploring Mumbai’s streets and beginning street photography to capture the Gateway of India, CST Station, Marine Drive, and Dhobi Ghat among other locations. He fervently and unwaveringly believes that each picture and photographer convey an uncommon scenario.

• Ankit Patel:

Meet Ankit Patel, A.k.a @walkwith_ankit, a 23-year-old former B.com student who loves photography and has a certificate in digital marketing.

For the past three years, Ankit has employed himself as an independent photographer, drone pilot, and digital marketer alongside overseeing his family’s company, which is a manufacturer and exporter of printer spare parts and equipment.

Being constantly inquisitive about technology since his early years and his 2016 trek to Uttarakhand were the main contributing causes of his interest in photography. It made the connection between travel and photography for him grow stronger over time. Ankit has a habit of filming videos, and by the mercy of God, those around him have always encouraged him to do so.

• Gaurav Gayatonde:

Gaurav Ajay Gayatonde A.k.a @capturemaga @shotsbygaurav, is a Mumbai-based master in fashion, wedding, and event photography. He has two years of strategic growth in the photography industry and has not left any stone unturned from intimate wedding photography to glitzy fashion shoots.

Gaurav is ideal for this career because of his unique photography skills, ability to work under constraint, and ability to take eternal pictures. Whether he is rolling out his camera on a field or in a studio, Gaurav works incredibly hard, with keenness and creativity, to deliver great results at the end of every project.

He is constantly delving for the lookout of new possibilities to grow and explore more about his devotion, and he adores snapping pictures of travel, the street, and everyday life.

• Sandesh Rao: 

Sandesh Rao, a.k.a @eyeframedyou, the next talented photographer on our list, is a self-taught photographer with full-time work who also has a taste for street, natural, and creative photography.

He didn’t own the professional DSLR Camera in the beginning, but he began taking photos with his phone and then felt at ease doing so. He recently won the 2022 OPA x IPA (Oneplus photography awards in partnership with international photography awards) first place honour.

Sandesh has also won a few one-plus communities monthly contests and was also highlighted on one plus and page Mumbai Uncensored and chosen as one of the top 3% for the global 35Awards.

• Chirag Panchal:

Meet Chirag Panchal, a 24-year-old photographer with a BMM degree, a father who owns a family business of steel furniture manufacturing, a stay-at-home mother, and one older sibling.

He started his path in 2016 by taking attractive photos but not publishing them on any social media sites. Chirag took the decision to buy a professional Digital camera and canon 1300d kit lens in order to learn more. As it was the first camera of his photography career and to keep it with him as a memory, Chirag began his own Instagram page under the name @Canonholder_ on the recommendation of a friend.

Chirag’s guardians have always been in Favor of him working in this industry. They would advise him to make a sound decision and be content with it, no matter what. Even now, he still shows them his photos and recordings wherever he travels or goes. They’re pleased with it.

• Krunal Zadeshwaria

Krunal Zadeshwaria, Founder of @flashback.media_, is a talented cinematographer who followed his passion for photography and pursued it as a full-time profession. Born and brought up in Valsad, Gujarat, Krunal completed his B.Tech degree in Electronics & Telecommunication from Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University, Pune.

However, Krunal’s true passion was always cameras and cinematography, which he developed since childhood. After completing his graduation, he took the bold decision to give up his mainstream profession and pursue a diploma in Cinematography from Digital Academy, The Film School in Mumbai.

Although Krunal faced many obstacles to get into this profession, one of the main challenges was convincing his parents. In India, photography is often not considered a full-grown profession, and many people view it as a seasonal or part-time business. However, Krunal knew that his passion for photography was stronger than these misconceptions and believed in his talent.

He has achieved several milestones in his career. He has worked in two Marathi feature films, Tula Pan Bashing Bhandhaychay and Hirvee, and has also worked with several top brands like Domino’s, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Big FM, etc.

For aspiring photographers, Krunal’s advice is to never give up and to follow their dreams passionately. Although it is a struggling profession, it is an art and a life learning process. Krunal Zadeshwaria is a shining example of how following one’s passion can lead to success, even in challenging circumstances.

• Sneha:

Sneha Sunil Sawant is a Bandra citizen who is presently enrolled in an Electrical Engineering program.

Hailing from Mumbai, it’s hard for her not to fall in love with street frames. Long ago in 2019, she acquired her first smartphone through which she began learning about photography and developing her desire to document moments and preserve them as memories.

After a year, Sawant mastered the art of organizing objects and mastering basic editing techniques. Sneha wants to click maximum pictures in the future and show them off so that people can see the world from a different aspect.