Telling Stories with Pictures

Every picture tells a story, but what’s interesting is that every person who sees the picture

60 Seconds in the Himalayas

The Himalayas are more than 50 million years old, but in the last 50 years they have witnessed a hug

Haunted House – A Short Comedy Film

Do you believe in ghosts? Have you ever been to a haunted house? Watch this delightfully funny short

 

Telling Stories with Pictures

May 11, 2012 in Photography

Every picture tells a story, but what’s interesting is that every person who sees the picture reads a different story. Stories that are crafted by our own memories and imagination. In this small selection of pictures we tell stories that came to our heads. Imagined conversations that never took place, except perhaps in our heads.. and now in yours.

Telling Stories with Pictures

The pictures have been taken in Varanasi, India in early 2012. The last picture has been left blank for you to fill in the conversation. Put your story in the comment box below… in case you feel like exercising your imagination.
Photos by: Sonal Mangla
Stories by: Nitin Das

A few tips for telling stories with pictures:

Rule 1. All stories are about characters. The characters may be human or not, but they must have an element which catches the attention of the viewer and provokes thought.
Rule 2. All stories are about emotions. It is not just about what you see in the picture, but about how it makes you feel.
Here’s a link to an article with 35 pictures that tell interesting stories without the help of any text. Link>>

Telling Stories with Movies

For an interesting article that introduces you to the art of telling stories with movies visit our ‘How to make a movie’ page. Click here>>

60 Seconds in the Himalayas

April 24, 2012 in Films, Important


The Himalayas are more than 50 million years old, but in the last 50 years they have witnessed a huge change. Here’s a short time lapse from the magnificent Himalayas. Images from the past and the present that provoke us to think about the future of the Himalayas.

This film has been shot in Himanchal Pradesh, India. The city shown is Shimla, also known as the ‘Queen of the Hills’! Shot with Canon 600 D, 18-135mm lens.
Credits: Film by Nitin Das
Special Thanks: Sunil Chauhan

Himalayas Discussion

In less than 20 years, India will have the largest population in the world (overtaking China). Approximately 1,460,000,000 plus people. With such a huge population are we heading toward an imminent crisis? What are the future problems you foresee? What steps can we take to be better prepared & to turn our weakness into our strength? (Put your thoughts in the comment box below to continue the discussion)

Himalayas in Images

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Haunted House – A Short Comedy Film

March 29, 2012 in Films

Do you believe in ghosts? Have you ever been to a haunted house? Watch this delightfully funny short film about a haunted house in old Mumbai and let us know if you change your mind.

Warning: No ghosts were killed in the making of this movie.

Haunted House – A Short Comedy


For slow internet connections watch movie on Youtube:  Link>>

This film is from our Jadui Pankh (Magic Feather) collection of short movies. To know more and watch other movies from Magic Feather follow this link>>.

Haunted House Short ComedyCredits:
Film by Nitin Das
Music by Mangesh Dhakde
Sound Design: Vinit D’Souza
Cast: Rajesh (Radio), Siddhesh and Omkar from Sujaya Foundation
Evil Gang: Dharmendra and Imran
Production: Latif Shaikh, Zaffar Shaikh

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New Images from Old Delhi

February 24, 2012 in Photography

Old Delhi: A collection of images that tries to capture the chaos called life in Old Delhi. People, Rickshwas, Wires, Horns, Vendors, Carts and Monkeys. Everywhere you look images call to you. Untold stories of nameless people. Crowds that create the fabric of our society. The machinery is always running. The business of our lives never stops.  The chaos is always on. But have you noticed that within every image of chaos lies a shadow of peace?

Images and text by: Nitin Das

Share your images of Old Delhi:

Have you been to Old Delhi? What are the images that come to mind when you think of Old Delhi? Connect with us on Facebook to join the discussion on Delhi and it’s images. Submit your pictures and the best image will win a small prize. Follow this link: Chaos of Life Contest

Delhi Images

Blue Gold : 25 Pictures from Leh, India in Autumn

February 13, 2012 in Photography

October 2012

Leh, an oasis town set amidst the cold ice desert region of the Himalayas is one of the most amazing places to visit in India. While the major tourist season is from May to August, those who venture out in other months are enchanted by the stunning beauty that awaits. Here’s a collection of photographs from Leh in the month of October.