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Madras Photo Bloggers Foundation is a Chennai-based, community-driven initiative that promotes photography as a powerful medium of expression, storytelling, and cultural connection. Founded by travel photographer Srivatsan, the foundation brings together photographers, bloggers, and enthusiasts to explore, document, and celebrate the spirit of the city.

Inclusivity is a key component of the foundation’s approach, with efforts to create accessible spaces that welcome people across all abilities. Through photo walks, workshops, mentorship, and collaborations, Madras Photo Bloggers fosters learning, connection, and creative growth—encouraging both beginners and professionals to engage, express, and make meaningful impact through photography.
 Mission:

To build a dynamic visual medium community that inspires people to see, learn, and tell stories—while fostering meaningful connections through shared experiences, collaboration, and creative exploration.

Vision:

To grow into a leading creative platform that shapes perspectives, celebrates culture, and connects diverse communities through the power of visual medium, with inclusivity as a core value.

  • 100+ Walks | 50+ Workshops | 50+ Contests — Impacting 1+ lakh participants in 5 years
  • 15,000+ Active Community — Strong digital presence with consistent engagement
  • Accessibility First — Among the first to offer sign language interpreters in photo walks & workshops
  • Citywide Storytelling — Captured Chennai across Anna Nagar, Aminjikarai, Pallikaranai Lake & beyond
  • Nature & Wildlife Focus — Organized immersive photography tours into natural landscapes
  • Exhibitions that Scale — Showcased work across venues including Phoenix Marketcity Chennai, Madras Literary Society, and VR Chennai
  • Institutional Collaborations — Worked with Greater Chennai Corporation, Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation, World Health Organization, and U.S. Consulate General Chennai
  • “A Silent Way to Learn” — Photography course for the deaf community, targeting 100+ trained photographers
  • Driven by Purpose — Building a creative ecosystem that celebrates Chennai through photography & inclusivity
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A Short Bio

Madras Photo Bloggers is a Chennai-based organization that promotes photography as a passion and serves as a community for photographers, inclusivity for the deaf and differently abled, bloggers, and history enthusiasts. Led by travel photographer Srivatsan, we provide opportunities for open interactions, mentorship, and mutual learning through brand association. Uplifting the deaf community, exclusive photography programs are designed to uplift the deaf community by providing them with a platform to grow as independent photographers.

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MadrasPhotoBloggers Office, Anna Nagar, Chennai