IDEO March 2004 : My Story
It was 2004. I had completed my B-School and was at my first ever 9-5 job. I used to sit at my desk all day long. I had heard about…
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Burberry Prorsum Menswear SS14 Invite
My impending visit to London means I’ve got my eyes and ears open for people I might get an audience with and brands that might need an introduction / re-introduction…
June and July Updates
Most times there is just too much going on for me to be able to document. But sometimes I have brief snapshots that give a window-view into what I’ve been…
Portrait #RottenFruit
It’s not everyday one finds a treasure like this buried at the bottom of the fruit basket. It’s a rotten Apricot / Peach with fungus on it. If you’re upset,…
The Great Indian Census
Sundays are traditionally meant to be used for lazing. They are supposed to somehow legitimize the society’s need to make its workers aka citizens feel that killing themselves on the…
Swarovski Photo-Feature
Akanksha I were recently part of a Swarovski photo feature photographed and styled by Santu Misra. Some of our photos with a link to each as published on Swarovski’s Facebook…
An Interview : IANS
Natalia at IANS got in touch with me for a profile interview, I’m reproducing the interview from what was finally published. Naina Redhu efficiently captures various important moments in people’s…
In the quest for a retoucher
I’ve recently sought the services of a retouching artist for my images and client projects and have only one promising lead so far. I would like a few more options.…
Photograph Prints on Canvas #vendors
Disclaimer : I bought the canvas prints on my own. This is not a sponsored story. This review has been a long time coming. The service, even longer. There are…
Furla, Crabtree & Evelyn, Zariin Jewelry
A few weeks back, I received a polka-dotted invite in my mail. It was an invite for high-tea at the cosy Rose Cafe at Saiadulajab, Saket. Three brands were getting…
I am the first Indian user on Twitter
It’s a fun fact! It all started with this online app that tells us when we joined Twitter. WhenDidYouJoinTwitter.com. Someone “tweeted” about it, I visited the link and the app…
Logo Design & Packaging : GLO CFLs & LEDs
GLO is a manufacturer of CFL and LED lighting fixtures and they got in touch with me for the design of their logo and primary packaging. The brief The client…
Livyora Jewellery Launch
On a gorgeous summer evening, amidst lovely light, guests, wine and the high security walls of the British High Commission, a new brand was launched. Livyora Limited, from London, débuted…
The Smile Store
Vipul Arora from The Smile Store wrote to me telling me about his venture and since I love seeing my photographs in print, I was intrigued. India desperately needs quality…
Old Drawings & Artwork
Found these in a folder. Found the folder at the back of a stack of books in the bookshelf. Was originally searching for the marriage certificate. The bookmarks above were…
Roberto Cavalli Fragrance Bottle
Previously at the launch event for the signature Roberto Cavalli fragrance, they gave me a 50ml bottle and it created further intrigue about the fragrance world for me. I’ve since…
Lean In #SherylSandberg
[textcol] Lean In : Women, Work, and The Will to Lead is a book by Sheryl Sandberg who is currently the COO at Facebook. [ You can purchase the book…
Cirare Spring / Summer ’13 Launch
It was a lovely evening with everything “Cirare” on display. There were scarves and clutches and gorgeous pieces in canvas and leather. And there was the Cirare “punch” and Cirare…
Shiv Nadar University #EthicalReasoning
Recently, I had the opportunity to sit in for a lecture on Ethical Reasoning being delivered by @shefaly at the Shiv Nadar University. I took some notes, got to be…
The Free Culture
[textcol] “We needed a small favor… we need some high resolution shots for a photo-wall for our event. Please do let us know if you can spare some photographs for…
Amrapali Jewels #jewelry
A number of visits had been made to the @amrapalijewels store at Khan Market, New Delhi. Always accompanied by a friend or someone from the family. There was always a…
Physalis Berries
These are one of my favorite fruits! I love the taste but not so much the texture – the texture reminds me of mini tomatoes. Considering tomatoes are a fruit…
Conversations With Esmeralda #LabelCirare
Label Cirare has a new collection of Totes and Clutches and I’ve already picked my favorite. The tagline of “Conversations With Esmeralda” make is romantic, mysterious and slightly charmingly old-fashioned…
Ranikhet Kumaon Loom
Kumaon Regimental Center’s Community Center runs a weaving / loom facility for War Widows and my family & I tend to visit at least once a year if not more.…