Nikon India Launches 'Through Her Lens' Season 4 to Celebrate Women in Photography
Nikon India Private Ltd. has announced the launch of 'Through Her Lens', Season 4, a photography contest dedicated to celebrating the contribution of women in visual storytelling. The contest, which runs until March 31, 2025, invites women professionals and enthusiasts to showcase their unique perspectives and creative photography.
Mr. Sajjan Kumar, Managing Director of Nikon India Pvt. Ltd., shared his thoughts on the initiative:
"At Nikon, we believe that women professionals bring a unique strength and individuality to the world of imaging. Through ‘Through Her Lens’ Season 4, we aim to amplify the voices and stories of women from diverse backgrounds who have made remarkable contributions to the industry. This contest serves as a platform for creative expression and storytelling, capturing beauty in its most profound moments. Our goal is to celebrate their achievements, inspire aspiring talents, and reinforce the fact that women are shaping the visual narratives of our world on equal footing. Let’s honour the power of women behind the camera—because the world looks even more inspiring through their lens."
This year, the theme focuses on both videography and photography, emphasising the distinctive way women perceive and capture the world. Participants are encouraged to create powerful visual narratives that reflect their unique stories, cutting through distractions to highlight significant moments.
Nikon India invites women from all walks of life to share their stories through the lens, embracing their authenticity and breaking barriers in photography. Whether an experienced professional or a passionate beginner, all are encouraged to participate and gain recognition for their work.
The contest will be judged by a panel of renowned women photographers.
- Ms. Saumya Khandelwal, a celebrated photojournalist, captures compelling narratives.
- Ms. Falguni Kharwa, known for her expertise in newborn and maternity photography.
- Ms. Palak Maheshwari, an expert in food and product photography, with a strong focus on aesthetics.
- Ms. Arpitha S Murthy, an acclaimed wildlife photographer, renowned for her work capturing nature’s beauty.
The submissions will be evaluated based on creativity, storytelling, and visual impact.
Exciting Prizes
The winners will receive exclusive Nikon Z series cameras and other special prizes:
1st Prize: Nikon Z f + NIKKOR Z 35mm f/1.4 S
2nd Prize: Nikon Z 30 + NIKKOR Z DX 12-28mm f/3.5-5.6 PZ VR
Consolation Prizes: Rs 20,000 vouchers for select rising stars based on the quality of submissions.
Submission Details
To enter the contest, participants must upload their Nikon-shot images or videos to Instagram, tagging Nikon India, and mentioning the camera and lens used in the caption. The submissions will be judged on originality, storytelling, and visual impact.
By launching 'Through Her Lens', Nikon India continues its commitment to amplifying the voices of women in photography and videography. This initiative is not just a contest; it is a movement aimed at elevating the role of women in visual arts.
“It’s time to frame the world through her eyes, her perspective, and her voice. It’s time to frame the world through her lens.”
