SUNSET AT LESSER RANN OF KUTCH..GUJRATH....!!

Sunset and Sunrise never fails to impress me....Here is one of such evenings where the Sun set on the land of Lesser Rann Of Kutch.....Spectacular view on the endless salt plains of Rann...The higher latitudes also adds to the colors of the setting Sun.

TRIBAL WOMAN OF GREATER RANN OF KUTCH, GUJRATH...!!

They are Nomadic tribes who herd Camels...Very strong and totally cut-off from the city life...They live on Camel Milk 3 times a day. They have a strong sense of intuition and direction which plays a strong role in the unending landscape of the desert...

TYPICAL YALA FOREST ROUTE...!!!

LAND ROVER...with 4 wheel drive are essential to tackle these rivulets and lagoon....

FORT BANDHAVGARH...!!

One of the most beautiful places on top....You get to see the entire forest range, If lucky you may get to see a roaming tiger. It is also the place you can spot vultures in flight at eye level and their nesting in rock ledges....Its got a ancient temple and home for quite a few MALABAR PIED HORNBILLS...

A BACKLIT ROSE...!!

Rose is a beautiful flower which ever way you look at it...Its got the charm of winning hearts....!! It is even more beautiful when it is backlit. ROSE A DAY ENSURES YOU HAVE A GREAT DAY EVERY DAY....!!

YALA SCAPE....!!

This is YALA LANDSCAPE....Superb settings of Rocks, shrubs, sea coast and brackish water forming lagoons...Perfect habitat for wildlife...Worth visiting at least once in your lifetime.

ONE MORNING AT KABINI....!!

If you wish to experience the Magic of forest environment...make sure you are there very early before the Sunrise. The Drama unfolds as the Light plays its character.

END OF THE DAY...!!

End of the day...on one of the day's at Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve.

NICE GESTURE FROM A KID...!!!

A coracle ride any day across a river should be fun...This kid was absolutely cute when he waved at us in our Ride across the river..

JUST A FLOWER...!!

KABINI SCAPE...!!

Back waters of Kabini Wildlife Reserve is a splendid place to be and offers picturesque landscape.

JUST LILLY....!!!

It was just Lilly end to end...in a pond...beautiful to look at.

KABINI SCAPE...!!

Surreal sunset from the banks of River Kabini.

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP....!!

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PERSON PROFILE...!!

COLORS TOGETHER...!!

FLOWER COLOR...!!

SILHOUETTE....!!

Bright Sunlight can be used to create profiles of interesting Subjects.

HUMAN FORMS...!!

Human forms in strong Backlit conditions can be an subject by itself...

ANCIENT...!!!

One of the Relics at Bandhavgarh Fort.

SPOTTING A STRIPE..!!

Spotting a tiger in wild is no joke....It needs tremendous patience, time and luck. You may find it just waiting for you or missed it by a whisker...!! Its all part of the game and real fun.

RURAL SIDE OF MODERN INDIA...!!

India projected to be a super power in near future...still has its rural side to it...Women flock the nearby pond to finish of their daily chores...Water tho abundant, is still not reachable by many....pure clean drinking water is still a luxury for many in the remote areas...Come summer hell breaks loose.

SALUTATION TO RIVER GANGA AT VARANASI...!!

Early morning Aarthi performed by the priest on the Banks of river Ganga at Varanasi...A visual treat to watch this spectacle unfold and photograph.

AT SEA...!!

Our Planet comprising more than 70% of water...Even the largest Ocean going vessel looks minuscule...let alone a small Catamaran..

BUDDHA...!!

The face of calm and contentment....which is the most essential in the present world..

YUMMY CORN....!!!

COLOR SILHOUETTE....!!!!

It was a perfect lighting on the beach early morning...the partially overcast conditions and the early morning light gave a sepia effect with the moisture in the air. Canon 100-400 L played a perfect host to capture the CANDIDS. The only disadvantage shooting on the beach is the sand and the Salt...which may effect your equipment if not careful.

GREEN COVER..!!

LAYER BY LAYER....!!

The Hues of colors and the serenity never seizes to surprise just before Sunrise....The overnight cooling of the earth's surface and the mist adds to the beauty of landscape.

PROFILE OF A PERSON....!!

 

TEMPLE OUTLINE...!!

Profiles of Architecture make great picture when you have strong backlight.

CYCLING IN FOG...!!

Fog always presents a surreal environment for morning activities...cycling is one of them...The shear freshness of air is overwhelming...!!

DARK CLOUDS BRIGHT LIGHT....!!

Monsoon season gives an opportunity to capture the intricate play of cloud and light....The torch light effect of the light source is been enhanced by break in the moisture laid clouds giving a huge theater effect.

DRIVING INTO....!!!

 These early morning conditions are so beautiful it gives a sense of driving into heaven on Earth.

BOAT RIDE...!!

CLOUDY START OF A DAY...!!

Ghats of Varanasi is a Unique place presenting numerous opportunities to capture the moments of life and nature.

FRUIT OF SYMMETRY..!!.

Juicy Pear arranged by a vendor...

MY SALUTATIONS...!!!

Early morning walk on the beach at Temple town of Puri...I did get some candids. The sepia tone is natural due to mist and early morning sun.

SOWING SEASON...MONSOON....!!

Monsoon season is the sowing season for Rice and other crops. City dwellers are safe under an umbrella...while the farmers are out in the field making the best use of the downpour. Salute to the farmers for our daily bread.

UMBRELLA ART...!!

It cant get better than this...Adding color and art to the oldest form of Sun Shade...the humble Umbrella...

ITS GETTING DARK...!!

The magic of Setting Sun.....Its different every time and a photographers Delight.

FIRST LIGHT OF FOREST....!!

The first light on to the forest foliage is very interesting...overnight moisture and mist adds to the light play. It stays for just a little while before the intense Sunlight takes over. Being at right place at right time is important.

BAM-BAM AT VARANASI.

He is one of the typical worshiper of lord Shiva at Varanasi...They Walk almost a distance of 100kms to reach Varanasi during the festive time...

SEAT OF POWER...VIDHANASOUDHA...!!

Karnataka's important landmark and seat of political power...VIDHANASOUDHA...Built by late Kengal Hanumanthaiah...Its a wonderful piece of Architecture in Bangalore.

READY FOR FISHING...!!

These fishing Trawlers are  ready to be deployed for fishing in deep sea at Rameshwaram, South India.

START OF THE DAY...!!

No two Sunrise Or Sunsets are similar...Each one of them can be a photographer delight.

JUMP OVER THE HUMP...!!

Rally season witness some of the speed action in the world of motor sports...Its really fast and precision control of the vehicle in formidable terrain...This kind of driving requires lot of skill, training and perfect reflex and co-ordination on the part of the driver...Jumps are part of the drive...No slowing down....!!!!

SUNSET AT BHARATHPUR...!!

It was a beautiful Sun Set at Bharathpur Bird Sanctuary...Birds returning home to mark end of the Day...!!

READY FOR MORNING AARATHI AT VARANASI....!!

 The Holy place being decked for morning Aarathi ritual on the banks of Ganga at Varanasi..

SPOTS OF COFFEE...!!

Ceramic containers make interesting subjects to be photographed in still life...Its got its age old charm....!!