Vaibhav Passi is an architectural photographer based in Chandigarh, India, who graduated from the Chandigarh College of Architecture in 2019. As an architecture student, he found himself captivated by the world of buildings, but for Vaibhav, capturing them evolved into a lifelong passion.
His personal project revolves around capturing the modern heritage of Chandigarh, blending exploration with practice. In 2023, his dedication bore fruit when he snagged a travel grant to London, sponsored by Chandigarh Lalit Kala Akademi.
At first, he played by the book, meticulously following the rules and technicalities of architectural photography. But as he delved into the works of documentary and street photographers, he discovered a new lens through which to view his subjects. Now, he challenges himself to uncover the stories hidden within the structures, as if each building has a tale waiting to be told.
With each photograph, Vaibhav attempts to weave a narrative—a song on repeat that echoes the essence of the project. His approach is a delightful blend of discipline and spontaneity, reflecting the curiosity of an architecture student with a passion for storytelling. In Vaibhav's world, architectural photography transcends mere imagery; it becomes a captivating narrative where buildings emerge as characters in a vibrant, unfolding narrative.
His personal project revolves around capturing the modern heritage of Chandigarh, blending exploration with practice. In 2023, his dedication bore fruit when he snagged a travel grant to London, sponsored by Chandigarh Lalit Kala Akademi.
At first, he played by the book, meticulously following the rules and technicalities of architectural photography. But as he delved into the works of documentary and street photographers, he discovered a new lens through which to view his subjects. Now, he challenges himself to uncover the stories hidden within the structures, as if each building has a tale waiting to be told.
With each photograph, Vaibhav attempts to weave a narrative—a song on repeat that echoes the essence of the project. His approach is a delightful blend of discipline and spontaneity, reflecting the curiosity of an architecture student with a passion for storytelling. In Vaibhav's world, architectural photography transcends mere imagery; it becomes a captivating narrative where buildings emerge as characters in a vibrant, unfolding narrative.
Awards & Exhibits
Architecture Hunter Awards (Winner: Artistic Architectural Photography) 2024
Government Museum and Art Gallery, Chandigarh (Exhibit) 2024
Chandigarh Lalit Kala Academy Travel Grant 2023
Trieste Photo Fringe, Italy (Exhibit) 2023
MN Sharma Photography Awards (Merit Award) 2022 & 2021
Monochrome Photography Awards (Honorable Mention) 2020
Annual Art Exhibition, Chandigarh Lalit Kala Academy (Exhibit) 2018 & 2024
Government Museum and Art Gallery, Chandigarh (Exhibit) 2024
Chandigarh Lalit Kala Academy Travel Grant 2023
Trieste Photo Fringe, Italy (Exhibit) 2023
MN Sharma Photography Awards (Merit Award) 2022 & 2021
Monochrome Photography Awards (Honorable Mention) 2020
Annual Art Exhibition, Chandigarh Lalit Kala Academy (Exhibit) 2018 & 2024
His photographs have been featured on Nikon Asia, AD India, Office Snapshots, Elle Decor, India Design World, Amazing Architecture, Archi Travel, FOAID India, Architect and Interiors India, Volume Zero, The Design Collective and more.
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