Contributors

Hira Punjabi

Hira Punjabi, based in Mumbai, India, has lived life behind the lens for more than 30 years. His three-decade journey reflects deep patience, passion, and purpose—dedicated to creating images of exceptional quality. Over the years, he has witnessed rare and intimate moments most people only dream of, observed ecosystems transform, and seen species decline or...

Mofeed Abu Shalwa

Mofeed Abu Shalwa is a scientific researcher and professional macro photographer who has devoted himself for more than a decade to discovering the hidden worlds of insects. His work has earned over 147 international awards and six global photography titles, including recognition from the Photographic Society of America (PSA) and the “Luminar” Grand Award in...

K. Shiva Kumar

K. Shiva Kumar, an award-winning wildlife storyteller from Hyderabad, Telangana, holds an M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication from the Central University of Odisha. He has documented more than 1,000 bird species across India, along with rare mammals and reptiles, combining strong fieldwork with compelling conservation narratives. Shiva has collaborated with leading organizations including Wikipedia,...

Priyansha Singh

Priyansha is a wildlife photographer who transitioned from being a PhD scholar and research associate to a full-time wildlife travel organizer. Today, she travels from forest to forest, capturing the wild through her lens and living the life she always dreamed of. What she loves most is guiding people into the jungle and helping them...

Dijumon Komanthakkal

Dijumon Komanthakkal, a 46-year-old Indian Air Force veteran, retired in 2018 after 20 years of service and has since dedicated himself fully to his passion for wildlife. His love for the wild runs deep shaped by a childhood spent in Wayanad, close to forests and sanctuaries he visited often. He has been using cameras for...

Sreeraj Babu

Sreeraj Babu from Kerala likes to say that he is more of a wildlife photographer than a welder. He humorously describes himself as a “thief” who quietly blends into nature, getting close without being noticed to steal its most cherished moments. He loves capturing fleeting moments more than objects, always seeking the stories hidden in...

Leo Joe George

Leo Joe George is a 14-year-old wildlife photographer based in Dubai. His passion began during a family trip to Kenya, where the African savanna ignited his love for the wild. Since then, he has photographed wildlife across countries like Sri Lanka and India. Leo also enjoys documenting events at school and playing the guitar, balancing...

Roa’ Al Madani

Roa’ Al Madani  is an Emirati artist who began her journey with oil painting during university and quickly gained recognition for her realistic, detail-rich works. Her portfolio spans vibrant oil pieces to intricate graphite portraits, often praised for their lifelike quality. She also explores sustainability by transforming animal skulls into unique art forms. Roa’ has...