Recently, social media has been buzzing with some stellar orange-hued pink coloured sunset skies that Mumbaikars have been witnessing. After those magnificent, vibrant orange sunsets melting into pink and purple hues, a celebrity wedding photographer who has clicked for stars like Nayanathara and Aditi Rao Hydari, took the internet by storm after he shared photos of lightning painting the clouds in electric streaks. With the monsoons finally touching the city, it’s a treat for both the eyes and the lens. And if anyone knows how to capture that magic perfectly, it’s Joseph Radhik.
One of Joseph’s photos captures the Mumbai skyline dramatically lit up by a bolt of lightning, casting an eerie purple hue across the sky. While the image wowed viewers, it also sparked a wave of curiosity online—not just about the moment, but about the photography techniques behind it. Alongside the stunning shot, Joseph generously shared tips and insights, offering a glimpse into the craft behind his perfectly timed monsoon masterpiece.
He started by sharing some electrifying glimpses of the Mumbai skies, and he wrote, “From stunning sunsets to jaw-dropping lightning-lit skies. Mumbai monsoons are here!”
His tweet triggered a shower of questions from his followers. Many wondered how he always seemed to be at the right place at the right time. He responded modestly, explaining that he’s usually just at home unless travelling for weddings. One asked for his lens setting, and he readily obliged. He even lauded a follower’s effort to capture the skies using a simple phone setup, encouraging the idea that photography is for everyone.
To further demystify his process, Joseph shared a comparison of the edited and raw versions of his lightning photo. He explained that while editing plays a role, the real magic lies in capturing the perfect shot directly in camera. His aim, he said, wasn’t to document reality but to express creativity, highlighting that how an image is processed ultimately comes down to an artist’s individual vision.
What do you think of his shots?
One of Joseph’s photos captures the Mumbai skyline dramatically lit up by a bolt of lightning, casting an eerie purple hue across the sky. While the image wowed viewers, it also sparked a wave of curiosity online—not just about the moment, but about the photography techniques behind it. Alongside the stunning shot, Joseph generously shared tips and insights, offering a glimpse into the craft behind his perfectly timed monsoon masterpiece.
He started by sharing some electrifying glimpses of the Mumbai skies, and he wrote, “From stunning sunsets to jaw-dropping lightning-lit skies. Mumbai monsoons are here!”
From stunning sunsets to jaw dropping lightning lit skies. Mumbai monsoons are here! pic.twitter.com/7RaE2OOmep
— Joe (@josephradhik) May 20, 2025
His tweet triggered a shower of questions from his followers. Many wondered how he always seemed to be at the right place at the right time. He responded modestly, explaining that he’s usually just at home unless travelling for weddings. One asked for his lens setting, and he readily obliged. He even lauded a follower’s effort to capture the skies using a simple phone setup, encouraging the idea that photography is for everyone.
To further demystify his process, Joseph shared a comparison of the edited and raw versions of his lightning photo. He explained that while editing plays a role, the real magic lies in capturing the perfect shot directly in camera. His aim, he said, wasn’t to document reality but to express creativity, highlighting that how an image is processed ultimately comes down to an artist’s individual vision.
If you are wondering how much "editing" was done on my images of lightning, here's your answer.
— Joe (@josephradhik) May 21, 2025
The bottom image is the fully default raw as imported into Adobe Lightroom. Top is my edit shared here, middle is another version I was playing with. End of the day, it comes down to… https://t.co/BxlkapCR7s pic.twitter.com/VCg5j3iSQb
What do you think of his shots?
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