Pure Street Photography® (PSP) is a global platform dedicated to street photographers seeking meaningful curation, visibility, and long term artistic growth. Through memberships, awards, grants, exhibitions, and digital showcases, PSP supports photographers at every stage of their journey.

Founded in 2020 by photographers Dimpy Bhalotia and Kamal Kumaar Rao, Pure Street Photography has grown into a globally recognised ecosystem focused on the timeless art of street photography. What began as a small initiative has evolved into an international network representing photographers from over 39 countries, united by a shared respect for observation, patience, and human presence.

PSP is built on curation with intent. Every photograph featured on the platform is carefully reviewed, not for trends or popularity, but for honesty, timing, emotion, and visual strength. This thoughtful process helps photographers recognise their strongest work, refine their visual language, and build portfolios that stand confidently on an international stage.

Pure Street Photography extends far beyond social media. Through curated memberships, international awards, grants, physical exhibitions, and digital exhibitions, PSP offers photographers meaningful visibility, professional guidance, and sustained creative development. It is a space where feedback is sincere, opportunities are genuine, and every photographer, regardless of background or experience, is treated with equal respect.

More than a platform, Pure Street Photography is a living ecosystem. It is a space to learn, refine, gain recognition, and belong. Here, photographers do not simply share photographs. They grow through them.

Over time, PSP has become a trusted name in the global street photography community. From first features to major exhibitions and publications, the platform continues to support photographers in building confidence, clarity, and creative direction, while cultivating a deeper appreciation for the ever evolving world of street photography.

Pure Street Photography continues to nurture a global movement that champions artistic expression, creativity, and the enduring power of street photography.

Founder’s Note

"When I first joined social media, I was eager to get featured as much as possible. It helped me understand which of my photographs truly resonated with the audience. Some performed well, while others didn’t, allowing me to filter and identify my strongest work. In many ways, the audience became my best critic, unconsciously curating my portfolio and giving me the confidence to use those selected photographs for developing my portfolio.

As I went through this journey, I wanted to help other photographers experience the same growth. That is how Pure Street Photography was born. Initially, we ran a hashtag and featured selected photographers, but with thousands of talented artists, most would only get featured once or twice a year. That wasn’t enough. To bridge this gap, I launched PSP Membership, offering thoughtful curation and consistent visibility, evolving into a thriving street photography community.

Each month, I personally curate and feature standout work. This process helps members recognise their strongest work which they later use for portfolios, exhibitions, publications, and creative milestones.” — Dimpy Bhalotia Co-founder, Pure Street Photography

Meet the Founders

  • Dimpy Bhalotia

    Dimpy Bhalotia

    Founder and Curator

    Dimpy Bhalotia is an internationally acclaimed photographer renowned for her captivating street, portrait, and documentary-style photography. She transforms everyday moments into powerful and pioneering works of art, weaving movement and interaction into dynamic compositions. Based between London and Mumbai, her work has been featured in leading publications such as The Washington Post, Forbes, The Guardian, Adobe, L’Officiel, National Geographic, BBC News, GQ Magazine, The Telegraph, The National, Cult of Mac, Economic Times, NPR, and many more.

    Coming from a lineage of artisans in Rajasthan, Dimpy completed her schooling in Mumbai before moving to London in 2005. She graduated with a BA (Hons) in Fashion Design Technology: Womenswear from the London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London. Her background in design and art has profoundly influenced her approach to photography, allowing her to create visually compelling narratives that celebrate the most groundbreaking and innovative photographic work of our time.

    Dimpy has won over 24 prestigious awards, including being the first Indian to win the Grand Prize at the IPPAWARDS 2020 for her iconic photograph Flying Boys. Apple CEO Tim Cook called the competition results "extraordinary" and praised the photographers' "outstanding work" on Twitter. L’Officiel described Flying Boys as "the most famous photograph." She is also a recipient of the British Journal of Photography’s Female in Focus Award, further solidifying her impact on the global stage.

    Her work is housed in some of the world’s finest galleries and has been exhibited in over 10 countries, including London, Paris, Berlin, Mumbai and New York. She continues to push the boundaries of photography, exploring ways to transform the living elements of her photographs into life-size sculptures and installations.

    Dimpy is the founder and producer of Light Wanderers, a renowned creative agency and production house specializing in crafting bespoke, iconic photographs and videos for clients across the globe. Her clientele includes industry giants such as Apple, Penguin Random House UK, Xiaomi, OnePlus, and Oppo.

    She is also the founder and curator of Pure Street Photography® (PSP), a globally renowned community dedicated to the timeless art of street photography. With over 216K followers and over 300K followers across all social media platforms, Pure Street Photography has become a beacon of inspiration and connection for photographers worldwide. PSP is dedicated to supporting photographers around the world, celebrating their achievements, and presenting compelling photographs to an international audience.

    As President of the ADC (Art Directors Club) 103rd Annual Awards Photography Jury, Dimpy continues to shape the photography industry, having served as a jury member for more than 15 prestigious photography and art awards.

    Her powerful photographs continue to captivate, educate, and inspire current and future generations, ensuring her legacy as one of the most influential photographers of our time.

    Instagram - @dimpy.bhalotia

  • Kamal Kumaar Rao

    Kamal Kumaar Rao

    Kamal Kumaar Rao is a photographer and art director known for his refined visual sensibility and deep understanding of storytelling through light, form, and composition. Working between London, Mumbai, and Delhi, his practice moves fluidly across photography, design, and art direction, guided by clarity, discipline, and emotional intelligence.

    As Co-founder of Pure Street Photography® (PSP), Kamal plays a central role in shaping the platform’s visual identity and curatorial direction. He oversees global exhibitions, contributes to portfolio reviews and selection processes, and ensures that every photograph presented under PSP reflects artistic integrity and visual excellence. Under his creative leadership, PSP has grown into an international platform representing photographers from over 39 countries.

    Kamal is also the Art Director at Light Wanderers, a creative agency and production house based in Mumbai and London, where he works alongside Creative Director Dimpy Bhalotia. He leads high-impact visual campaigns and creative projects for global brands including Apple, Penguin Random House UK, Xiaomi, OnePlus, and Oppo, blending strong design sensibilities with authentic human narratives. His work has been featured in international publications such as AP Magazine, PetaPixel, Colossal, Bored Panda, and Mid-Day.

    In addition to his creative practice, Kamal serves on the judging panels of several international photography awards. He is part of the Photography Jury for the ADC 105th Annual Awards at The Art Directors Club, The One Club for Creativity, contributing his perspective to the recognition of emerging and established talent worldwide.

    Trained and mentored by award-winning photographer Dimpy Bhalotia, Kamal has developed an approach rooted in intuition, patience, and sensitivity to light and form. Together, they conduct special photography workshop camps for underprivileged children in collaboration with the Sakshat Foundation NGO in India, supporting access to creative education and nurturing young artistic voices.

    Every frame Kamal creates reflects his distinctive visual language marked by balance, restraint, and emotional depth. His leadership, creative foresight, and commitment to integrity form a strong foundation for Pure Street Photography, shaping not only how photography is presented, but how photographers grow and see themselves.

    Instagram - @kamalkumaarrao