Indian Folk Art Corridor by Vidisha Pandey, in association with Artforum UAE, conducted a special photography workshop for artists led by renowned master photographer Rana Ikram.
For artists, creating a painting, craft, or masterpiece is a deeply creative process. But once the artwork is complete, another important challenge begins: how do you capture it beautifully through photography?
A great photograph can bring out the colours, textures, details, and character of an artwork. It can also help artists present their work professionally across websites, social media, exhibitions, catalogues, and digital platforms.
With this thought, Indian Folk Art Corridor organised “Capture Your Art,” a dedicated photography workshop designed especially for artists.
Learning the Art of Photographing Art
The workshop focused on practical questions that artists often face while photographing their work:
- How should an artwork be photographed?
- What type of lighting works best?
- How can the true colours and fine details be captured?
- How can reflections and unwanted shadows be avoided?
- What makes an artwork photograph look professional?
- How can artists present their work effectively on social media?
Under the guidance of Rana Ikram, participants explored practical photography techniques and learned how small changes in lighting, positioning, composition, and camera settings can make a significant difference to the final image.
A Hands-On Learning Experience
The workshop went beyond theory. Participants were given the opportunity to put their learning into practice through an engaging hands-on activity.
As part of the session, participants photographed artworks displayed at the exhibition. They then presented their photographs to the master photographer, who reviewed their work and provided individual guidance, practical tips, and valuable feedback on how each artwork could be captured more effectively.
This interactive approach made the session both informative and enjoyable, allowing artists to immediately apply what they had learned.
A Houseful Workshop Filled with Creativity
The response from the artist community was incredible.
The workshop was completely houseful, with artists participating enthusiastically throughout the session. The atmosphere was filled with curiosity, creativity, learning, and meaningful conversations as participants shared their experiences and explored new ways of presenting their artwork.
For many artists, the session offered an important reminder that documenting artwork is not simply a technical task. A well-captured photograph can become an extension of the artwork itself.
When Photography Becomes Part of the Art
Creating art and photographing art require different skills, but they share one common purpose: telling a story.
An artwork communicates through its colours, textures, expressions, techniques, and emotions. Photography helps preserve and communicate those elements when the original artwork cannot be experienced in person.
As artists increasingly use digital platforms to showcase and sell their work, the ability to create strong visual documentation has become an essential part of an artist’s journey.
The Capture Your Art Photography Workshop was therefore more than a photography session. It was an opportunity for artists to learn, experiment, receive professional feedback, and discover new ways to tell the story of their creations.
A Fruitful Session for the Artist Community
The workshop concluded as a wonderful and enriching experience for everyone involved. The enthusiasm and participation of the artists made the session truly memorable and demonstrated the importance of creating opportunities where artists can learn skills beyond their core artistic practice.
Because creating art is one thing, but telling its story through a photograph is another art altogether.
Indian Folk Art Corridor continues to create platforms that support artists, encourage learning, connect cultures, and provide opportunities for creative communities to grow.
Indian Folk Art Corridor – Creating artists, connecting cultures, and empowering creativity.