6 Day Masterclass
Maha Kumbh Workshop 2028
Reserve
Maha Kumbh Workshop 2028
Date
7th – 12th April 2028
Price
₹3,30,000
USD 3,495
Includes
- —Tuition charges
- —Single occupancy hotel stay for 5 nights and 6 days
- —All meals
₹3,30,000
What You'll Learn
Each day will include shooting and review sessions. We will talk about various composition aspects and the common composing mistakes, working on compelling stories and developing one's own style, understanding ways to see and treat light. We will work on sequencing, editing and post processing.
Includes
- —Tuition charges
- —Single occupancy hotel stay for 5 nights and 6 days
- —All meals
Excludes
- —Return international air ticket
- —Any private expenses
- —Room service charges
- —Porter services
- —18% GST for Indians
- —Visa fees (if applicable)
- —Travel Insurance, drinks or any other personal expenses
About
Nothing prepares you for Maha Kumbh. It is the largest peaceful human gathering on earth, a fact that becomes incomprehensible when you are standing inside it. Taking place in Ujjain, millions of pilgrims, naga sadhus, tents stretching for miles, the Sangam at dawn. Spirituality at a scale that overwhelms every sense. As photographers, our job is to find the human inside the immense, the single face, the one gesture, the moment of genuine feeling inside all of that spectacle. That is what this six-day masterclass is about. Come ready to work harder than you ever have.
What Makes This Workshop Unique?
We've been photographing the Maha Kumbh for years. Not just documenting it, but trying to understand it. From Prayagraj in 2001 and 2013 to Ujjain in 2016, and most recently in 2025, each Kumbh has shaped the way we see and work. Ujjain 2028 is a continuation of that journey, and we bring that experience into how we guide you. This is not about chasing the obvious. It's about learning to see through the chaos.
Insider Access
The Kumbh can feel overwhelming. We help you navigate it with clarity, knowing where to be, when to wait, and what to ignore.
Personalised Feedback
We won't just tell you what works. We'll tell you what doesn't and why. The idea is to push your work forward, not just make you feel good about it.
A Body of Work that Matters
You won't just come back with random images. You'll start to build a set of photographs that hold together, that say something.
Maha Kumbh is intense. That's where the work begins.
The 2028 edition is poised to be a photographer's dream, offering a visual feast of humanity's collective faith. From the intricately adorned sadhus with their ash-smeared bodies to the fervent chants rising with the smoke of sacred fires, every moment encapsulates the essence of devotion. It's a rare opportunity for photographers to capture the raw, unfiltered beauty of a spiritual carnival that transcends time and space.
APF is organising a 6 day intensive workshop which is tailor made to cater to needs of anyone who wishes to train their eyes to find order in chaos of this years Maha Kumbh Mela held in Ujjain. Street photography is very rewarding but at the same time, one of the hardest genres to master. This workshop would help ease the anxiety next time you hit the streets, would help solve the puzzle of composing compelling images in split seconds and most importantly it would help you to see.
Join us in Ujjain 2028.
Limited Slots
This workshop is limited to 8 participants to maintain an intimate and immersive experience. Apply early to secure your spot.
Mentors
Inclusive of taxes
Pay in Full — ₹3,30,000
Complete the full workshop payment and confirm your participation immediately.
Reserve Your Seat — ₹1,65,000
Reserve your place with a 50% advance payment. The remaining balance is due 75 days before the workshop.
Secure payment via Razorpay. You will be redirected to complete your registration after payment.
Am I experienced enough to join this workshop?+
This workshop is open to everyone. All participants are welcome at any stage in their practice, whether you are just starting out or an experienced professional.
We are not here to teach levels. We are here to shift perspective.
What Should I Bring+
- —A digital camera with a lens of your choice, wide angle lens preferably. You are most welcome to get your long telephoto lenses and zooms for your personal work.
- —A laptop with software to edit/tone your images. You can download free Photoshop / Lightroom for 30 days.
- —A notebook to take down notes during the workshop.
- —Fully charged batteries / extra batteries please, you will need them for your camera — please DO NOT FORGET this. We will be shooting long hours.
- —Comfortable walking shoes, sunblock, sunglasses. Shoes might get wet and dirty. It's a good idea to carry slippers / crocs (fast drying).
- —There can be times when we see unpredictable rains, so carry a light waterproof jacket.
- —The creative side of your brain. (Don't forget this.)
Disclaimer+
The exact dates for this festival are based on the lunar calendar and may shift by a day or two. We recommend keeping your travel plans flexible. Final confirmed dates will be shared at least two months in advance to avoid any confusion.
Terms and Conditions+
- —Full payment must be completed before the start of the workshop.
- —APF reserves the right to cancel a workshop if minimum participation is not met. In such cases, a full refund will be issued. Participants will be informed well in advance.
- —We may make small changes to the workshop structure/itinerary if needed, based on real world conditions or to improve the experience.
- —Cancellations must be communicated in writing.
- —If you cancel 90 days or more before the workshop, you will receive a full refund minus a 10 percent administrative fee.
- —If you cancel between 60 to 89 days before the workshop, 50 percent of the fee will be charged.
- —If you cancel within 60 days of the workshop, the full 100 percent fee will be charged.
- —You may transfer your spot to another participant if you are unable to attend, provided you inform us in advance.
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