Image shot by Vaishnav Praveen, Class of 2014.

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’Bharati Vidyapeeth’s School of Photography and New Media was founded on a vision – to converge the newest infrastructure with the finest faculty, helping you emerge equipped to thrive in the ever-evolving world of visual media.

In the 5 years since inception, we have introduced courses that successfully set new standards in Photography Education. Now, our courses are evolving to combine leading technology and faculty, putting our students first and thus creating a new breed of professionals who are industry- ready.All our courses have industry-relevant content and industry-respected faculty to ensure that students get trained by the minds that move the industry. This empowers our students to graduate with a level of unmatched readiness, ensuring that quite a few of them are already being noticed in the worlds of fashion and photography.

Established by Dr. Patangrao Kadam in 1964 in Pune, Bharati Vidyapeeth is one of the largest educational institution networks in India that solely focuses on bringing about an intellectual awakening of people and preparing minds that can successfully contribute in developing the nation, with major emphasis given to economic development.During the last 50 years, Bharati Vidyapeeth has made astonishing strides in the field of education, particularly higher and professional education. Today Bharati Vidyapeeth conducts more than 156 educational units of various kinds right from pre-primary schools to postgraduate institutions and a full fledged professional university (BVDU).Today, Bharati Vidyapeeth has its major campuses in New Delhi, Navi Mumbai, Pune, Solapur, Kolhapur, Sangli, Karad, Satara, and Panchgani and at quite a few other places and runs more than 78 schools and 60 institutions of higher education, including those of professional education that have enhanced the lives of over 1.5 million past and present students.And we are proud to be one of the standard bearers of Bharati Vidyapeeth’s foray into new, emerging fields of education.

Dear Students,

I established Bharati Vidyapeeth in 1964 with a vision that all-round social

transformation can be brought about best through the spread of education. During

the last 50 years, we have established more than 160 educational units of various

kinds right from Pre-Primary School to a fully fledged University, in different parts of

India and even in the capital city of New Delhi.

Our objective is “To make quality education accessible to the students coming from

different regions and different strata of the Society and to provide the same to them

as per their individual choices and inclination at affordable prices.”

Our constant endeavour is to create an atmosphere in the campuses conducive for learning by providing continuously updated

courses and with the help of enriched infrastructural facilities such as well equipped laboratories, rich libraries and well

maintained playground and hostels. It is a gratifying experience for me to know that thousands of students who have passed

out from the portals of our institutions have established themselves very well in different walks of life.

All our campuses are well equipped with green environs and considered among the best in the country. We provide all

necessary amenities and facilities to our students on our campuses.

I hope to see you in one of our colleges and I assure you that your life in our campus will be richly rewarding, academically and

otherwise also. I extend my best wishes for whichever career you plan to pursue.

Dr. Patangrao Kadam

Founder, Bharati Vidyapeeth, Pune

HND Level 5 Certification, to help you reach another level. BVSP is certified by Edexcel as a place to excel at

Our Diploma in Photography & Digital Imaging is Edexcel certified

Edexcel is a part of Pearson Education

It is approved by the UK government and is recognised globally

It is affiliated with more than 200 universities

It is recognised across the world and reduces entry tests to universities

Our Edexcel centre number is 93856

At Bharati Vidyapeeth, education is not only a form of learning, but also of progress. It is the most powerful way to inculcate an enduring appreciation of the world around us while empowering students with the tools they need to lead happy, successful lives wherever they go and in whatever they pursue. That’s why we have established a presence across various locations, disciplines, subjects, and specialties. And Bharati Vidyapeeth’s School of Photography stands

proud as the embodiment of our forward thinking.In the few short years since its inception, the School has come to represent a standard of commitment and excellence that is drawing students from all over the subcontinent. It is this zeal that that has driven us and resulted in us being awarded the No. 1 School of Photography at the prestigious Edutainment Awards, 2015.The School is ever-evolving, not just in stature but in syllabus too. From August 2015, we are introducing courses that will deliver much needed training in the emerging streams of New Media by converging the newest infrastructure with the finest faculty, helping students emerge equipped to thrive in the fast-changing world of media.I hope you decide to join us. I promise you will learn enough to help you earn both fame and fortune.

Best regards,Dr. Vishwajeet Kadam.Hon. Secretary,Bharati Vidyapeeth.

Bharat BhirangiA core team member and Head of Academics, Bharat is a commercial photographer whose passion for teaching photography as well as learning its new aspects has led him to BVSP, where he has put in place the syllabus, the methodology, the studio, and classroom practices and protocol. Along with the equipment, Bharat also handpicks students on the twin parameters of passion and talent.He shoots across product categories, as can be seen in a client list boasting names like Harley Davidson, LVMH, Cartier, Roger Dubuis, Waitrose, Rio Tinto, Taj Group of Hotels, Tata Motors, and several other loyal clients. Bharat is a multiple winner of the Gourmand Award for Food Photography (Best Cookbook Photography in 2008, 2011, and 2014) and is represented internationally by Stockfood GmBh, Germany.

Rajashri RajashekharRajashri has been associated with BVSP from the initial stages, when she provided strategic consulting as the institution branched out. She is part of the core team in key areas including expansion and revenue generation. She has over two decades of experience earned under various positions like HR Head and Strategic Head in global organisations like EDS, HP, OTIS, and Nissie ASB Machines. She has headed diversity councils, women’s organisations and enterprise management offices and is regularly invited as a speaker and judge for various forums. Her story as also been published in Chicken Soup for the Soul – Indian Women, as an example of inspiring leadership.

One of India’s most successful photojournalists, Rajan is a core team member and Director at BVSP. Critically acclaimed for his pictures, he has led large photo-teams through his career. His forte is conceptualising, ideating, and planning special shoots of leading stars and newsmakers. Working with 14 of the country’s leading editors, he has managed photo-desks, acquired the best pictures, and created archival packages.Confluence of Dreams, a solo show on the Kumbh Mela, Kashmir After Kargil, a group show, and Camera Never Lies, a solo show on celebrity candids inaugurated by Mr. Amitabh Bachchan are shows in which Rajan’s work has been exhibited.“Our vision is to contribute to the world of photography via photo artists who are second to none, towards which we have structured our institution”, he says. “I take this opportunity to congratulate my students, our faculty, and all others who have helped us realise this dream. My best wishes are with them, always.”

Rajan Chaughule

Our primary goal is to help students develop an artistic eye, which is why we place a strong emphasis on the fundamentals of art and design. Our goal is to teach you to transform images into narratives and in the process, create a signature style that becomes integral to your photographer’s identity. Students graduate with a robust portfolio that gives them an edge in a competitive market.

Life is lived hands-on, which is why we believe in imbibing the same approach to our teaching. While classroom learning helps build a foundation, practising that knowledge helps you transform it into skill. Our intensive hands-on approach means that students undergo assignments with the same preparedness and pressures as a real-world shoot, often with creative directors, visualisers and other professionals that helps them to learn for when they graduate.

We have ensured unmatched infrastructure to give you unmatched tools. From multiple studio floors to multiple companies supplying cameras and lenses; from the best lighting to the newest rigging systems; we have all the tools to teach you the trade.

Being in Pune affords us several advantages in terms of resources and opportunities. With its vibrant theatre and cultural scene and its wholehearted celebrating of festivals like Ganesh Chathurti, Pune serves up a lot of inspiration as well as shooting opportunities for students. The city also hosts corporate and manufacturing majors like Tata Motors, Bajaj Auto, Mahindra & Mahindra, which represent huge opportunity. Last, but certainly not least, it is a 4 hour drive from Mumbai, the film, advertising and media capital of India where opportunity awaits you.

We are part of Bharati Vidyapeeth, one of India’s leading and most trusted educational trusts. Bharati Vidyapeeth has established over 78 schools and 60 institutions of higher education across a variety of fields including medicine, law, biotechnology, engineering and management and has also established five specialised research institutes in the areas of Health Related Sciences, Biotechnology, Information Technology, Applied Chemistry and Social Sciences. With more than 1.5 million current and past students in over 50 golden years, you can trust us to put you first.

Making correct choices enable correct decision making, which is we offer a wide range of courses to suit every budding photographer’s needs. From a path breaking 3 year Diploma in Photography & Cinematography to standard setting 2 year Diplomas in Photography as well as Cinematography, from Certification to Weekend Courses - we have a course for every student.

Our faculty is hand-picked to ensure that you learn from the giants of the industry who are acknowledged game-changers in their fields. This ensures that you benefit not only from their impeccable technical knowledge but also from their wisdom earned on demanding shoots. Our resident faculty has a proven track record while our guest faculty comprises of leading photographers like Pablo Bartholomew, Jaideep Oberoi, Tarun Khiwal, Avinash Gowariker, Vikram Bawa, Jatin Kampani, Atul Loke, and others. We also enable interactions with hair and make-up artistes, food stylists, creative directors, and artistes from various disciplines.

Image shot by Durgesh Kumar, Class of 2015.Image shot by Chandana, Class of 2014.

Duration: 3 yearsAt BVSP, we are proud of the path-breaking, 3 year diploma in Photography & Cinematography that is the only course of its kind in India.

In this course, you have the opportunity to cross boundaries between disciplines as every aspect of visual storytelling is covered in minute detail. You learn where still and motion intersect and use that point of convergence to combine the best of both worlds.

The course expose you to art history, contemporary art, still photography, colour theory, visual storytelling, lighting for stills & film, multi format cinematography and much more. You follow a rigorous programme of classroom study, self-directed projects, instructor-led workshops, and school-facilitated collaboration with industry constituents across different disciplines.

The course is driven by industry professionals who are acknowledged game changers in their disciplines. Along with imparting hard-earned and much-rewarded knowledge, they also ensure that the training they impart helps mould a breed of professionals who are ready for the industry before the industry is ready for them.

For this course, we provide a dedicated, world class set-up comprising of studio floors, the latest in lighting and cameras, hands on work experience as well as industry internships via tie-ups with studios and channels to prepare you for the world you will graduate into. And we provide you with a context, awareness, and understanding much greater than any single-discipline approach could provide. In this course your work will grow, your ability to adapt and succeed in today’s world will be reinforced, and you will become a much better professional ready for the challenges that faze other students when they step out of their campuses.

Image shot by Dhruv, Class of 2015.

Duration: 2 yearsOur 2 year Diploma in Cinematography is crafted to transform students into Directors of Photography via a hands-on, professional environment. The course provides a unique setting that imparts both the creative vision and technical proficiency necessary to excel as a cinematographer.You will follow a rigorous program of classroom study, self-directed projects, instructor-led workshops, and school-facilitated collaboration with industry experts across different disciplines. Upon graduating, you will be proficient with many of the state-of-the-art camera systems used by professional cinematographers and will also be able to confidently supervise the creation of sophisticated lighting schemes.Most importantly, you will be able to effectively harness the visual tools of cinema to tell meaningful stories, making you an asset to the industry.

Duration: 2 yearsOur 2 year Diploma in Photography & Digital Imaging aims to develop professional photographers who embody the roles of both artist and communicator. The course offers you a learning environment that engages intellectual and creative thinking and combines technical know-how with artistic vision to help produce distinctive work.Our faculty comprises of experienced professionals, including the biggest names in the business, and this challenges students to expand beyond the core photography and media production curriculum and develop skills in other areas including professional business practices and ethics.

Our industry-leading infrastructure boasts Nikon, Canon, PhaseOne & Hasselblad cameras, Broncolor & Elinchrome strobe systems, a digital lab with 90 Apple Macintosh workstations along with a print studio & prop room to help turn you into a professional. Specialisations are offered in:• Fashion Photography• Advertising & Commercial photography

Image shot by Sakhi Gokhale, Class of 2014.

Duration: 2 yearsPhotojournalism is as much about culture as it is about art, which is why students are taught about the historical and cultural forces that have shaped this genre as well as the technical and aesthetic principles that guide its photographers.The faculty for this specialised course includes some of India’s most respected and awarded photojournalists, all of whom bring a hands-on approach that is the perfect training for work on the field. Selected weekly assignments will impart on-field exposure, which will teach you how to create compelling stories with their images.

Image shot by Mythreya Kashyap, Class of 2014.

Duration: 1 yearAnother unique course for India, this is an intensive program designed to train you in the newest industry-endorsed techniques in documenting, restoration & archiving.You will train on high resolution cameras, scanners and software to ensure you are proficient in non-destructive documenting of manuscripts, photo-graphs, rare books, documents, artefacts and other material which has historical and archival value. You will be taught to digitally restore damaged material with the latest software and archive the finished material in the form of an image bank for quick access and reproduction. You will also study colour theory, colour calibration, and print processes.

Image restoration by: Pratap Paralkar.Image shot by Yadnesh Joshi, Class of 2015.

Duration: 3 monthsThis course places a special emphasis on the practical aspects of this industry. Therefore, you are trained in the different types of cameras, lighting (artificial and natural), portraiture, make-up and hair styling while also interacting with professionals like fashion designers, photo editors, art directors and others. Vital other skills like post-production techniques and business practices and ethics are also taught.

If you don’t have the time to enrol in our Diploma or Certification courses, don’t worry. We have intensive weekend courses that condense your genre of choice into one convenient weekend. You could choose from:• An Introduction to Digital Photography• Art in Photography• Understanding Light – Natural Light• Portraiture & People Photography

Image shot by Rahul Awtaney, Class of 2015.

Chandar KumarChandar been associated with BVSP since its inception and has been a pillar to us since then. He began his career as a photographer with DNA in Mumbai, worked as a chief photographer for Gulfimages in Dubai, returned to People magazine as a senior photographer and soon went on to become their Assistant Photo Editor.Chandar teaches people photography at BVSP.

Mayuresh MogheMayuresh earned an MFA in Art Studio from University of Kentucky, USA where he majored in photography, but his art practice constitutes a cross disciplinary approach which results in blending photography with other art forms like painting, installation, sculpture and sound.Mayuresh teaches the history of photography, the visual language of photography and visual communication through photography along with enabling the students to look at photography as a contemporary art form.

Madhusudan TawdeAfter working in a bank for over 2 decades, Madhusudan retired to pursue his passion for photography and completed the Photography Course from J. J. School of Art in Mumbai.As Chief Photographer, Madhusudan has travelled the world with leading cruise lines and is a member of the International Photo Stock Agency Dinodia. His images have appeared in several calendars, corporate magazines and ads and have also been exhibited in national photography competitions, winning several awards.Madhusudan teaches travel & pictorial photography and documentation, archiving & image management, and post-production & printing techniques at BVSP.

Dilip GhagDilip brings a rich experience of over 20 years in professional studio management including more than 5 years of assisting ace photographer Atul Kasbekar.

Dilip is the Studio In-Charge and also teaches the handling and gripping of equipment at BVSP.

Avinash greatly admires Gautam Rajadhyaksha and Richard Avedon and his body of work includes all the leading names in Bollywood, Indian sport and culture. He has shot for clients from PETA to D’Décor and editorials for Filmfare and L’Officiel, to name a few.Avinash teaches portraiture and people photography at BVSP. He often lets BVSP students assist him on his shoots, giving them a chance to experience different genres like high profile celebrity shoots, ad campaigns, film publicity material etc. Avinash is known for being very open about his techniques and processes.

Vikram Bawa has won multiple awards like Masters Cup, Prix de la Photographie Paris, The International Color Awards, The Spider Awards, Asian Photography Most Influential Photographer Award, PIEA Award among others and Luerzer's Archive included him in the list of 200 Best Advertising Photographers for the year 2010-2011. Vikram has been part of the Fine Art world for long and his works now grace galleries and private collections.Vikram teaches fashion photography at BVSP. He is known to push students to stretch their creative boundaries while imparting invaluable knowledge about production, styling, make-up & hair etc during his sessions.

An alumnus of Brooks Institute of Photography, Jaideep is one of the leading spaces & hotel photographers globally. He is also the first Indian photographer to specialize in high-speed liquid photography. Jaideep brings professional experience of almost 25 years of shooting hotels and other spaces and is known for his obsession with perfection as well as his very strong work ethic. Jaideep teaches commercial photography and spaces at BVSP. His assignments are known to be very thought provoking and are popular amongst students.

Atul work has been published in major international and national magazines and newspapers. He is the recipient of Japan’s Young Portfolio Award (2002) a photography fellowship for three months in Europe, and has taken part in seminars over three years in India with World Press Photo. He covers major national and social issues and he is currently working on a personal book project in Mumbai.Atul teaches photojournalism and multimedia at BVSP. Being one of the few Indian photojournalists to transition to video, he successfully blends still and moving images from the photojournalistic point of view.

Resident Faculty

Guest Faculty

Avinash Gowariker

Pablo began as a teenager, shooting family and friends as well as the theatre and rock music worlds of the time. He worked in advertising as well as film stills, most notably on Shatranj Ke Khiladi and Gandhi. He has extensively covered conflicts and political and human interest stories and has been published inall the leading publications of the world. In 1975, he won First Prize at World Press Photo and he won the World Press Photo of the Year in 1984 for his iconic work on the Bhopal Gas Tragedy.Pablo teaches PhotoJournalism at BVSP.

Pablo Bartholomew

Jaideep Oberoi

Vikram Bawa

Atul Loke

Tarun is the first and only Indian to be honoured with the Hasselblad Masters Award, and is the only Indian whose work was chosen for the leading Swiss professional photography light manufacturer Broncolor’s Annual Calendar in 2012. In an unprecedented shift from their standard imagery, Broncolor deviated in their approach to feature abstract, illusory photographs by Tarun. He has also been featured in Tom Ang’s book ‘The Complete Photographer’ as one of the world's Top 20 Professional Photographers.Tarun conducts sessions on fashion and people photography at BVSP.

Jatin was the first Indian photographer whose work was selected to be on the cover of Lurzer’s Archive, a magazine that publishes works of excellence in advertising from around the world. He has been featured in Archive’s special edition of ‘200 Best Ad Photographers Worldwide’, two years in a row.He has held several group shows across the country and he was among select photographers invited to hold a solo exhibition at the Foto Art Festival, Bielsko Biala, Poland 2009 and was also chosen to be a part of the Chivas Studio 2011. He has also created some India’s most memorable advertising and editorial images.Jatin conducts sessions on fashion and people photography at BVSP.

Vaibhav began his culinary journey 10 years ago with ITC Hotels, honing his skills in their famed kitchens under the watchful guidance of its gastronomic masters. From a bustling coffee shop to luxury in-room dining, from a produce driven grill room with remarkable guest interactions to high image corporate and social banqueting, Vaibhav has been at the centre, and often at the helm of things. His culinary background coupled with an indulgent eye for elements is the life-force of his food styling career.Vaibhav Mahajan teaches food & beverage styling at BVSP.

Tarun Khiwal

Kirti is one of the most well known post production experts in the industry. He has worked on a number of ad campaigns and fashion shoots.He teaches advanced post-production at BVSP and is known for his innovative methods of teaching and creative assignments.

KirtiMistry

Jatin Kampani

Vaibhav Mahajan

In over 2 decades as a photojournalist, Fawzan’s work has been published in leading publications like TIME, The New York Times, GEO, The London Telegraph, AP, and Asia Week, to name but a few. This avid organic farmer has participated in many shows and his permanent collections can be viewed at esteemed venues like The Museum Of Fine Art – Houston, the Kiyosato Museum of Photographic Art, and the NCPA in Mumbai.Fawzan teaches photojournalism at BVSP.

Fawzan Hussain

Guest Faculty

Campus & FacilitiesOur campus is strategically located near the Katraj Dairy gate of the sprawling Bharati Vidyapeeth University and is outfitted with the newest and best infrastructure to help you learn the art while honing your skills.

Infrastructure:

• Multiple studio floors of over 15,000 sq.ft.

• Access to multiple shooting locations spread over a 90 acre university campus

• Broncolor strobe systems & HMI with a variety of modifiers

• HMI, Halogen, and LED light sources amongst others

• Hasselblad & PhaseOne camera systems with Zeiss & Schneider lenses

• Nikon cameras with lenses ranging from 14mm to 500mm

• Canon 5D mark 3, C300 & C500 cameras

• Blackmagic production 4k & URSA cameras

• RED cine cameras

• Zeiss cine lenses

• Edelkrone, Zaccuto, and Redrock Micro rigging systems

• Edit suites with the latest in hardware & software

• A fully equipped mechatronics lab

• Jibs, Gyro Stabilised Rigs and Drones

Blackmagic Design

Image shot by Namita Hasija, Class of 2014.

The art of storytelling is innate to humankind and inside us lay artists waiting to tell their tales. While most stories might be told with a black or white perspective, life teaches us to appreciate the shades of grey that add colour to our tales. Inspired by dark and light and the greys in between, Albus Atrum was founded to allow the artists inside our students give voice to the art they have pursued over two years at Bharati Vidyapeeth’s School of Photography and New Media. Albus Atrum, however, is not just a showcase of the best work of our graduating class of the year. It is also the embodiment of the pursuit of excellence that drives every one of us at Bharati Vidyapeeth’s School of Photography and New Media.An image that we feel best captures the spirit of Albus Atrum is chosen for the cover of the book as well as for the invitation and any advertising and communication for the event. This offers students an unparalleled opportunity to be published before they graduated.But most of all, Albus Atrum is a celebration of the coming of age of our newest batch of students and proof that yet another crop from our school is getting ready to put their stamp on the world.

Image shot by Akshay Sable, Class of 2015.