Oct 3, 2026

The top women photographers in India

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The top women photographers in India are redefining how the country is seen, from misty forest trails and bustling streets to intimate weddings, bold fashion editorials and quiet family portraits. This curated list of 28 talented women brings their craft, their stories and their Instagram profiles together in one place.

Whether you want to hire a photographer, find inspiration or simply follow creators who see the world differently, start here.

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Women behind the lens: a short history

Indian photography has always had women in the frame and behind the camera. Pioneers such as Homai Vyarawalla, widely regarded as India’s first woman photojournalist, opened doors, and artists like Dayanita Singh carried Indian photography to a global audience. Today a new generation is building on that legacy with their own voices, genres and communities.

At Women In Business we love spotlighting women who turn skill into a livelihood. Photography is a perfect example: it blends art, entrepreneurship and visibility.

Meet the top women photographers in India

Browse by specialty or scroll through all 28 profiles. Tap any photo to view it in full.

Top women wildlife photographers in India

Patient observers of forests, birds and big cats, many of them leading conservation-minded storytelling.

Rathika Ramasamy – woman photographer in India
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Rathika Ramasamy

Wildlife & Nature

Wildlife and bird photographer known for documenting birds and animals in their natural habitats, with a strong focus on nature and conservation.

@rathikaramasamyFollow on Instagram
Aparupa Dey – woman photographer in India
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Aparupa Dey

Wildlife & Nature

Wildlife and nature photographer who captures birds and animals in the wild, combining visual storytelling with a focus on conservation and coexistence.

@aparupa.deyFollow on Instagram
Monitha Hegde – woman photographer in India
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Monitha Hegde

Wildlife & Nature

Wildlife photographer and nature enthusiast whose work focuses on observing and capturing wildlife and the natural world.

@_lifeandlensFollow on Instagram
Kriti Walia – woman photographer in India
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Kriti Walia

Wildlife & Nature

Wildlife photographer passionate about nature and the wild. Her work focuses on observing and documenting wildlife, with a particular interest in big cats and natural-history storytelling.

@kritiwaliaphotographyFollow on Instagram
Priyansha Singh – woman photographer in India
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Priyansha Singh

Wildlife & Nature

Wildlife photographer and storyteller who documents India’s forests and wildlife. She also leads wildlife photography tours, combining photography with travel and nature experiences.

@junglee_travellerFollow on Instagram
Moumita Chaudhuri Dutta – woman photographer in India
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Moumita Chaudhuri Dutta

Wildlife & Nature

Self-taught wildlife and nature photographer whose work captures birds, animals and landscapes in their natural habitats. Her photography emphasizes patience, observation and conservation.

@dizneydiaries1_2102Follow on Instagram
Hema Chandna – woman photographer in India
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Hema Chandna

Wildlife & Nature

Wildlife photographer who works in natural environments, documenting wildlife and outdoor experiences through field photography and intimate observations of nature.

@hemachandnaFollow on Instagram
Samanvitha Rao – woman photographer in India
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Samanvitha Rao

Wildlife & Nature

Landscape and wildlife photographer whose work includes butterflies, birds, animals and natural landscapes. Her photography reflects a strong interest in nature, ecosystems and conservation.

@samanvithaFollow on Instagram
Kajal Hardasani – woman photographer in India
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Kajal Hardasani

Wildlife & Nature

Wildlife photographer who works in natural environments and uses long-lens photography to document birds and wildlife. Her images reflect patience, observation and a close connection with nature.

@photographytales22Follow on Instagram
Hemangi Vartak – woman photographer in India
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Hemangi Vartak

Wildlife & Nature

Wildlife enthusiast and budding wildlife photographer based in Pune. Through Jungle Belles, she also promotes women-led wildlife experiences, nature awareness and conservation.

@hemangivartak_photographyFollow on Instagram

Wedding, maternity and family photographers

Warm, candid image-makers who turn real emotions and milestones into lasting memories.

Ankita Asthana – woman photographer in India
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Ankita Asthana

Weddings & Family

Wedding photographer and founder of WeddingNama, known for capturing authentic emotions, candid moments and cinematic love stories.

@ankita_asthanaFollow on Instagram
Stuti Sakhalkar Dasgupta – woman photographer in India
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Stuti Sakhalkar Dasgupta

Weddings & Family

Founder of The Cheesecake Project, specializing in candid contemporary wedding photography. Her work captures couples, families, rituals and genuine emotions in a personal, photojournalistic style.

@thecheesecakeprojectFollow on Instagram
Sowmya – woman photographer in India
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Sowmya

Weddings & Family

Wedding and lifestyle photographer known for candid storytelling. Her work also includes maternity, baby and family portraits, focusing on authentic emotions and natural moments.

@sowmyaphotographyFollow on Instagram
Amrita Samant – woman photographer in India
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Amrita Samant

Weddings & Family

Maternity, newborn and child photographer known for elegant, natural portraits. Her work focuses on documenting children and families with simple, timeless visual storytelling.

@mommyshotsbyamritaFollow on Instagram
Priyanka Modh – woman photographer in India
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Priyanka Modh

Weddings & Family

Photographer based in Ahmedabad working across weddings, newborns, maternity, children and family events. Her work focuses on preserving personal memories through warm, story-driven images.

@priyankamodhphotographyFollow on Instagram

Top women portrait and fashion photographers in India

Creative directors with a camera, shaping light, expression and editorial imagery.

Prarthna Singh – woman photographer in India
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Prarthna Singh

Portrait & Fashion

Portrait, fashion and fine-art photographer whose work explores contemporary India, people, light and everyday life through a distinctive visual language.

@prarthnasinghFollow on Instagram
Rema Chaudhary – woman photographer in India
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Rema Chaudhary

Portrait & Fashion

Mumbai-based photographer working across portraiture, fashion, advertising and fine art, creating thoughtful and visually expressive images.

@remachaudharyFollow on Instagram
Victoria Krundysheva – woman photographer in India
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Victoria Krundysheva

Portrait & Fashion

Fashion and conceptual photographer whose work combines high-fashion aesthetics, creative direction, cinematic imagery and metaphorical storytelling.

@victoriakrundyshevaFollow on Instagram
Meghna Bhalla – woman photographer in India
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Meghna Bhalla

Portrait & Fashion

Mumbai-based visual artist, photographer and videographer creating fashion, editorial, portrait and conceptual imagery. Her work combines creative direction, lighting and visual storytelling.

@meghnabhallaFollow on Instagram
Rutvi – woman photographer in India
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Rutvi

Portrait & Fashion

Photographer with a creative approach to portraiture and visual storytelling. Her work explores people, expressions and everyday moments through a personal photographic style.

@rutvi_sompuraFollow on Instagram
Heena Shah – woman photographer in India
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Heena Shah

Portrait & Fashion

Photographer and visual storyteller creating people-focused and lifestyle imagery. Her work combines natural portraits with an interest in travel, experiences and everyday visual stories.

@heena.shah2166Follow on Instagram

Street, travel and documentary photographers

Storytellers who follow people, culture and everyday life across the country.

Dimpy Bhalotia – woman photographer in India
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Dimpy Bhalotia

Street & Travel

Internationally acclaimed street photographer known for expressive, emotionally rich images of people, movement and everyday urban life.

@dimpy.bhalotiaFollow on Instagram
Roshani Shah – woman photographer in India
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Roshani Shah

Street & Travel

Mumbai-based street and travel photographer whose work explores people, culture and everyday life. Her images focus on authentic moments, emotions and visual stories from across India.

@roshagullaFollow on Instagram
Sonali Devnani – woman photographer in India
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Sonali Devnani

Street & Travel

Mumbai-based independent documentary filmmaker and portrait photographer. Her work is centered on people, emotions, travel and candid visual storytelling.

@sonalid3Follow on Instagram
Tania Chatterjee – woman photographer in India
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Tania Chatterjee

Street & Travel

Kolkata-based travel and documentary photographer, Nikon Creator and photography workshop organiser. Her work combines travel, people and visual storytelling, while she also conducts photography workshops.

@taniachatterjee.officialFollow on Instagram

Food, product and commercial photographers

Stylists and visual problem-solvers building images for brands and businesses.

Naina Shah – woman photographer in India
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Naina Shah

Food & Commercial

Food and product photographer creating styled visual images for food, products, jewellery and commercial brands.

@naina_sanghvi_Follow on Instagram
Isha Bal – woman photographer in India
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Isha Bal

Food & Commercial

Mumbai-based photographer working across fashion, portraits, food, products, nature, events and commercial visual storytelling.

@ishabalphotographyFollow on Instagram
Moushumie K Jha – woman photographer in India
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Moushumie K Jha

Food & Commercial

Freelance photographer working across portraits, nature, pets, events, commercial photography and real estate. Her work reflects a versatile approach across different visual genres.

@moushumiekjhaFollow on Instagram

How to find and work with top women photographers in India

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Match the genre

Wildlife, wedding, fashion and product work need different skills, so start with the specialty that fits your project.

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Study the Instagram feed

A photographer’s feed shows her style, consistency and recent work at a glance. Use the Instagram buttons above.

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Talk through details

Discuss timelines, deliverables, usage rights and pricing clearly before you book.

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Support and share

Follow, comment and recommend these creators. Visibility is what helps women-led work grow. Follow WIB on Instagram for more features.

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