THE SPS BLOG

Beyond the photograph.

Poetic readings of composition, light and the photographic art of Dr. D. V. Rao.

Photo Essays

An Evening Stroll — The quiet geometry of ordinary life ↗

By Goutham Ramesh

How light, thatch, shadow and the placement of cattle give an ordinary lane its pictorial rhythm.

Photo Essays

Admiration — A doorway made of light ↗

By Goutham Ramesh

A dark arch, a luminous courtyard and a human pause: the framing and tonal grace of DVR’s Admiration.

Photo Essays

A Roman Vista — The poetry of perspective ↗

By Goutham Ramesh

An attentive reading of converging streets, sculpted stone and the solitary figure that gives DVR’s Roman vista its human pulse.

Photography Learning

The Timeless Tapestry of Hoysala Sculptures: Stories Etched in Stone ↗

By Goutham Ramesh

The Hoysala temples, located in the centre of Karnataka, are silent storytellers. The elaborate sculptures that adorn their exterior walls tell timeless and…

Photography Learning

Stone Stories of Lepakshi: A Photographer’s Perspective ↗

By Goutham Ramesh

Lepakshi Temple, a gem of the Vijayanagara Empire, stands as a masterpiece of ancient Indian architecture and artistry. Every pillar, sculpture, and carving within its sacred walls holds centuries of history and devotion. Through my lens, I’ve sought to capture the timeless beauty of this temple—its intricate stonework, the grandeur of the Nagalinga, and the spiritual essence that resonates in every corner. Join me as I share the visual stories etched into the heart of Lepakshi’s architectural marvel

Photography Learning

Long Exposure Photography ↗

By Goutham Ramesh

Long exposure photography is recently very popular , due to the dramatic effects produced with the technique, read this blog to understand what it is !