Hi there,
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I’m Black and White Baba — the alter ego of Karthik K. Samprathi. I don’t chase colors — I seek truth in light and shadow. Sometimes I work with film, sometimes with pixels — but always with purpose. When you strip away the noise, what remains is raw, rare, and often a little spiritual.
Whether it’s an intimate portrait in digital or on print, I craft each frame to reflect the soul of its subject. Behind the lens is a team bound by the pursuit of precision, and beauty.
Collaborations
FAQ
1. Why only black-and-white?
Black-and-white doesn’t age like color; it holds a timeless appeal, evoking mood and atmosphere with a poetic depth color can’t match. It’s my chosen language for telling stories that live beyond the moment.
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2. What do you mean by handcrafted images?
I personally create fine art prints using alternative processes such as gum, platinum palladium, and cyanotype, alongside museum-grade digital inkjet printing.
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3. What makes Black and White Baba different?
Every image is shaped personally — from capture to final print — with attention to detail, never relying on automated shortcuts.
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4. How did Black and White Baba begin?
It began as a personal quest to capture life beyond detail — where form, emotion, and timelessness converge — and evolved into a practice.
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5. Can I commission a custom shoot?
Yes. We create bespoke images for individuals, brands, and collectors. Contact us here.
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6. Are you available for international projects?
Yes, we work worldwide, depending on project scope and timelines.
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7. Are your prints framed?
We offer both framed and unframed fine art prints.
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8. Do you ship internationally?
Yes, with secure packaging for safe delivery worldwide.
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9. Do you work with both individuals and brands?
Yes — we create fine art images for people and for brands.
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10. How long does a project take?
Timelines vary by scope, but quality is always the priority.
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11. How can I collaborate?
Reach out directly. We work on select collaborations that align with our creative vision.
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12. Do you teach photography?
Yes — write to me here.