Up for a Creative Escape?
1 Secret Villa | 10 Photographers | 6 Days | 1 Adventure
Grab Your Camera, Let’s Make Magic Himalayan Style!
Discover. Capture. Connect.
Join our immersive Photography Retreat in Naggar where breathtaking Himalayan landscapes meet the art of storytelling through photography. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced photographer, this retreat offers a perfect blend of guided photo walks, hands-on learning, and creative discussions all while soaking in the serene mountain vibes.
Ready to Escape?
Here’s Why You Should Join!
Tired of city noise, inbox anxiety, and creative droughts? We get it, we were in the same boat until we discovered Naggar. A quiet village tucked away in the Himalayas, where time slows down, light hits just right, and creativity has space to breathe. It’s where The F Stop Life was born, and now we’re inviting you to experience it too.
This retreat isn’t just a getaway it’s a full-on reset. You'll learn, shoot, wander, share, and return with more than just killer photos. You’ll come back with stories, clarity, and a creative fire that doesn’t fizzle out.
So we’re stealing you away. To the Himalayas. With your camera.
And 9 other curious creators.
What say? Are you in?
A glimpse of what we saw. Imagine what you’ll find.
Meet our team
Dedicated professionals driving our success
Atul Bhardwaj
From corporate grind to chasing light, Atul Bhardwaj swapped spreadsheets for sunsets. He is now a seeker of light and stories. His journey with photography began in the analog era, self-taught, driven by curiosity, and fueled by a deep appreciation for people and places. Over the years, his lens has evolved beyond just capturing images; it now preserves fleeting moments that connect us to the world and to each other.
Soham Punde
Soham’s photography is a quiet meditation on the ordinary transforming overlooked moments into compelling visual narratives. A graduate of Symbiosis School of Photography, Pune, he specializes in fine art and interior architecture, with a deep-rooted expertise in analog photography cultivated since 2015. His work has been exhibited at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Mumbai, highlighting his ability to uncover the subtle beauty in everyday life. Through his documentary and fine art projects, such as the ongoing 'Mahul Photo Essay' and 'Koli Photo Essay,' Soham’s lens reveals the poetry hidden in the mundane, capturing the essence of spaces and human stories with authenticity and depth. His numerous other achievements are too extensive to encapsulate here.
Nikhat Bhatty
Once a media professional navigating the fast-paced worlds of Delhi and Mumbai, Nikhat Bhatty is now a storyteller in light and shadow. Her photography journey is an extension of her quest for meaning—capturing the ephemeral, the unnoticed, and the deeply felt.
Her exhibition Dar Cho at Bikaner House, Delhi, showcased her ability to freeze fleeting moments, offering glimpses into the impermanence of life. Splitting her time between the serene hills of Naggar and the tranquil riversides of Goa, she continues to seek, create, and share—through her lens, her words, and her craft.
Nitin Sharma
A storyteller at heart, Nitin Sharma finds his canvas in both travel and imagery. Through Karutva Studios, he transforms fleeting moments into timeless narratives, capturing the soul of places, people, and experiences. With BohOdyssey, he curates journeys that go beyond the ordinary—immersive stays and explorations that spark curiosity and connection. For him, travel isn’t just a passion; it’s the force that shapes his creativity, fuels his perspective, and brings untold stories to life.