KalaCandids
A storyteller at heart, Chandrakala blends her classical music experience with an intuitive sense of light and movement.
Her artistic foundation helps her perceive rhythm in stillness, grace in gestures, and poetry in portraits.
With a commitment to excellence and empathy, she has earned the trust of artists and performers across India and abroad.
About The Founder — Chandrakala Mamidala
Chandrakala Mamidala is a classical singer, photographer, and visual storyteller whose artistic journey began long before she ever held a camera. Growing up immersed in Indian classical arts, she developed a deep sensitivity toward rhythm, expression, and movement — the same qualities that now define her photography.
Her passion for capturing the soul of dance transformed into KalaCandids, a studio dedicated to preserving the grace, discipline, and devotion behind every performance.
From intimate portrait sessions to grand Arangetrams and Ranga Pravesams, Chandrakala combines technical mastery with an artist’s intuition, ensuring every frame feels like a moment preserved in time.
Her mission is simple yet profound:
“To document heritage through meaningful imagery.”
Today, she leads a growing team and works closely with parents, gurus, and young dancers across India, crafting timeless visuals that celebrate culture, tradition, and artistic excellence.
I’ve had the privilege of working with amazing clients and have been honored with several awards for my work.
Why Dancers Prefer Us
⭐ 1. We Understand the Language of Dance
Being an artist herself, Chandrakala recognizes mudras, adavus, expressions, and anga shuddhi — ensuring every capture is technically perfect and aesthetically powerful.
⭐ 2. Timing That Matches the Taalam
Our team anticipates movements, peak moments, and transitions with precision — so dancers always look their best.
⭐ 3. Stage Colors, Lighting & Fast Movements — Perfectly Handled
We ensure perfect skin tones, costume colors, and crisp action frames even under difficult stage lighting.
⭐ 4. Premium Quality Films & Photography
From cinematic Arangetram films to studio-style portraits, every deliverable matches high-end visual standards.
⭐ 5. Stress-Free Experience for Parents
We guide parents at every step — planning, day-of coordination, timelines, photo selection, and delivery.
⭐ 6. Trusted by Gurus & Students
Many renowned teachers refer their students to KalaCandids because of our professionalism, discipline, and consistency.
⭐ 7. Transparent Pricing & Clear Communication
No hidden costs. No guesswork. Just a smooth and reliable experience.
Our Promise
At KalaCandids, we promise to deliver:
✔ Authentic storytelling
We don’t just document a performance — we capture emotions, devotion, preparation, and legacy.
✔ Cultural Sensitivity
Every frame respects the classical art form, its traditions, and its values.
✔ Consistency
You receive the same professional quality — every event, every dancer, every deliverable.
✔ Premium Visuals
High-quality photographs & films that stay fresh and timeless for decades.
✔ A Complete Experience
From pre-shoot planning to final delivery, we take care of everything so you can live in the moment.
The Kalacandids Experience
Chandrakala Mamidala is a classical singer, photographer, and visual storyteller whose artistic journey began long before she ever held a camera. Growing up immersed in Indian classical arts, she developed a deep sensitivity toward rhythm, expression, and movement — the same qualities that now define her photography.
Her passion for capturing the soul of dance transformed into KalaCandids, a studio dedicated to preserving the grace, discipline, and devotion behind every performance.
From intimate portrait sessions to grand Arangetrams and Ranga Pravesams, Chandrakala combines technical mastery with an artist’s intuition, ensuring every frame feels like a moment preserved in time.
Her mission is simple yet profound:
“To document heritage through meaningful imagery.”
Today, she leads a growing team and works closely with parents, gurus, and young dancers across India, crafting timeless visuals that celebrate culture, tradition, and artistic excellence.
Our Signature Offerings
The KalaCandids Experience
A premium, thoughtful and artist-first photography journey.
1. Pre-Event Understanding
We invest time in understanding:
the dance form
the guru’s style and expectations
the dancer’s strengths
the story of the Arangetram / performance
This ensures every frame aligns with the artform’s aesthetics.
2. Artist-Friendly Shoot Process
We work with empathy, patience, and cultural awareness.
Our shoots are:
respectful
comfortable
well-structured
technically precise
Dancers feel guided, confident, and never rushed.
3. Premium Lighting & Cinematic Quality
Your event is shot with:
advanced lighting setups
colour-consistent systems
cinema-grade camera angles
master-level timing for mudras & adavus
The result: images and films that look grand, polished, and emotionally alive.
4. The Backstage Magic
We specialise in capturing what others ignore:
the mother adjusting jewellery
the guru’s final blessings
the nervous laugh
the prayer before stepping on stage
the proud tears after the final pose
These little moments create the biggest memories.
5. Consistent Post-Processing
Every image goes through:
refined colour grading
skin-tone balancing
costume enhancement
shadow & highlight detailing
tasteful cinematic LUTs
Your final album looks uniform, premium, and timeless.
6. Hassle-Free Delivery
Fast, transparent, organised delivery with:
AI face-recognition galleries
one-click full downloads
parent-friendly interfaces
streamlined communication
Your experience is smooth from start to finish.
7. Relationship Beyond the Event
KalaCandids is not a one-event studio.
We grow with the dancer — festivals, portraits, productions, and future performances.
We become your visual storytellers for life.