Rahul Singh (Baba)

RahulSingh,fondlyknownasBaba,isacelebratedphotographerwhosepassionforthecraft spansovertwodecades.BornintheculturallyvibrantcityofLucknowandraisedamidstthe spiritual aura of Varanasi, Baba’s artistic journey is deeply rooted in emotion, vision, and purpose. His work speaks not just through visual but through stories etched in time.

Specializing in fine art photography, Baba is known for his remarkable ability to transform everyday moments into masterpieces. His lens has a soul of its own, what many call his “imaginary eyes”, capturing unseen beauty with such grace that people often find it hard to tellwhetherit'saphotographorapaintingstraightoutofadream.

Among his most iconic works are his breathtaking frames of Subah-e-Banaras, the soulful mornings of Varanasi. Through his camera, the misty ghats, spiritual rituals, boat rides, and goldensunlightbecomevisualpoetry,quiet,powerful,andunforgettable.

Earlyinhiscareer,hehadtheopportunitytoworkalongsideworld-renownedphotographers likeMr.JohnIssaasandMr.RanjanRamchandran.Theirmentorshiphelpedshapehisartistic voice, and even today, he remains connected with them, a testament to the enduring bonds formed through creative excellence.

Baba’s work has not only earned him admiration among peers and clients but has also brought him recognition at cultural platforms. He was invited by the organizers of the LucknowLiteratureFestivaltoshowcasehisstunningphotographyanhonorthatreflectshis impactontheartisticandliterarycommunityalike.

Yet,beyondthecamera,liesaheartcommittedtosocialchange.Babaisapassionatesocial worker who provides free education and support to underprivileged children. For him, photographyisamediumtogive,inspire,andupliftnotjustcapture.

Living just a walk away from Assi Ghat, Baba considers the ghats of Varanasi his second home. From capturing the essence of boats, people, and rituals to the unseen moments that speakvolumes,

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