Sudhir
Shivaram
“There is no greater reward than doing something that you love with passion.”
For over three decades, Sudhir has dedicated his life to capturing the untamed beauty of the wild.
He began his working life as a software engineer before turning to photography full time. Today he spends much of his year in the field, from the forests of India to Africa and Costa Rica.
His approach joins technical skill with storytelling and a deep respect for his subjects. He also trains safari guides and forest staff in working alongside photographers, so that wildlife tourism stays sustainable.
He has worked with tourism boards across Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Meghalaya, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Chhattisgarh.
A teacher as well as a photographer
The Verdant Ascent
Hours of patient waiting in the heart of Corbett finally culminated in this fleeting moment. As this magnificent tiger began its ascent up the near-vertical, grass-covered embankment, I felt a surge of adrenaline. The technical challenge was balancing the exposure to capture the tiger’s vibrant coat against that dense, textured backdrop. As she turned her back to the world, disappearing into the shadows, I realized I wasn’t just taking a photo; I was witnessing a golden ghost reclaiming its kingdom. Pure magic.
- Photographer
- Sudhir Shivaram
