About Kaushik Bathia, London

A lifetime spent learning to see, and to help others be seen, from London.

My story

Photography chose me long ago

My fascination with the camera began as a young man, captivated by the way a single frame could hold an entire feeling. Over twenty-five years that fascination has become a craft, and, more than that, a way of connecting with people.

From my London studio I've photographed hundreds of weddings, watched families grow from bump to baby to school photos, and helped countless businesses put their best face forward. Along the way I've been honoured with five European Kodak Gold Awards and elected a Fellow of both the British Institute of Professional Photography (FBIPP) and the Master Photographers Association (FMPA).

But the awards aren't what keep me behind the lens. It's the moment a couple sees their wedding album for the first time, or a parent holds a print of their newborn. That's the real reward.

Work with me

How I work

A relaxed, personal approach

We talk first

Every session begins with a conversation. I want to understand your story, your style and what matters most to you.

You relax

No stiff poses or forced smiles. I create a calm, friendly space so the real moments can happen naturally.

You treasure it

Carefully edited images, presented in albums, prints and frames made to be enjoyed for generations.

2001

Studio established

European Gold awards

25+

Years experience

★★★★★

Client rated

Experience & credentials

A quarter of a century behind the lens

Kaushik Bathia has photographed professionally for more than twenty-five years, capturing over 1,200 weddings and celebrations from the Northwood studio that opened its doors in 2001. That longevity matters. It means the same steady hands have learned to read a room, anticipate a moment before it happens and stay calm when a ceremony runs late or the light turns difficult.

The craft has been recognised at the highest levels of the profession. Kaushik holds five European Kodak Gold Awards and has been elected a Fellow of both the British Institute of Professional Photography (FBIPP) and the Master Photographers Association (FMPA). Fellowship is the senior grade in each body, awarded on a portfolio judged by peers, and it is held by only a small number of working photographers in the country.

Beyond the accolades, the work speaks through the people it has served. The studio holds a 4.8 rating from 539 Google reviews, built one relaxed session and one carefully finished album at a time, across weddings, portraits, headshots, newborns and family sittings.

Kaushik Bathia Photography at a glance
Established	Northwood studio opened in 2001, on The Broadway
Experience	25+ years photographing professionally
Celebrations photographed	More than 1,200 weddings and celebrations
Specialisms	Asian weddings, portraits, business headshots, newborn and family photography
Awards	Five European Kodak Gold Awards
Fellowships	FBIPP and FMPA, the senior grade in each professional body
Studio	The Broadway, 21 Joel St, Northwood, HA6 1NU
Rating	4.8 stars from 539 Google reviews

What to expect

What it is like to work with us

Booking a photographer should feel reassuring, not daunting. Here is exactly how a session unfolds, from your first message to the finished album on your shelf.

Enquiry and quote

You tell us the occasion, the date and roughly what you have in mind. We reply with honest advice and a clear, no-obligation quote, with no pressure to commit.

Planning conversation

Before the day we talk through the details, the people, the timings and the shots that matter most to you, so nothing important is left to chance.

The session

Whether in the studio or on location, we keep things calm and unhurried. No stiff poses, just gentle direction so you look like yourself at your best.

Careful editing

Every chosen image is hand-edited with care, not batch-processed. We aim for a natural, timeless finish that will still feel right in twenty years.

Viewing and selection

You see your gallery and choose your favourites at your own pace. We are happy to guide you on prints, sizes and album layouts if you would like a hand.

Prints, frames and albums

We finish your images as albums, framed prints and wall art made to last, produced to a professional standard you rarely see from a high-street lab.

Areas we serve

Rooted in Northwood, working across the UK

From the Northwood studio we regularly photograph clients across North West London and the surrounding boroughs, including Harrow, Pinner, Ruislip, Watford and Moor Park, as well as Hertfordshire and central London. We are also happy to travel further afield for weddings and celebrations anywhere in the UK.

Whatever the occasion, there is a home for it here. Explore Asian wedding photography, traditional wedding coverage, studio and location portraits, professional business headshots and warm family and newborn photography. You can browse recent work in the gallery, see the full range on our services page, or simply get in touch for a friendly chat.

Good to know

About Kaushik Bathia, frequently asked questions

How long has Kaushik Bathia been a photographer?+

More than twenty-five years. Kaushik has photographed professionally since the 1990s and opened the Northwood studio in 2001, capturing over 1,200 weddings and celebrations along the way, so you are working with genuinely seasoned hands.

What qualifications and awards does Kaushik hold?+

Kaushik holds five European Kodak Gold Awards and is a Fellow of both the British Institute of Professional Photography (FBIPP) and the Master Photographers Association (FMPA). Fellowship is the senior grade in each body, judged by peers on a portfolio of work.

Where is the studio based?+

The studio is at The Broadway, 21 Joel St, Northwood, HA6 1NU. It is a welcoming space with natural light, a dressing area and a relaxed atmosphere, suited to portraits, headshots, newborns and family sittings of every kind.

Which areas do you cover?+

We serve Northwood, Harrow, Pinner, Ruislip, Watford, Moor Park and the wider North West London area, along with Hertfordshire and central London. For weddings and larger celebrations we are happy to travel anywhere in the UK.

What types of photography do you offer?+

We cover Asian and traditional weddings, studio and location portraits, professional business headshots, and newborn and family photography. Every session is finished with professional prints, frames and albums, produced to a standard well above a typical high-street lab.

How do I book a session?+

Simply call 07956 505383 or use the contact page to tell us the occasion and date. We reply with honest advice and a clear, no-obligation quote, then arrange a planning chat before your session so everything runs smoothly.

What should I expect at my first session?+

A relaxed, unhurried experience. There are no stiff poses or forced smiles. Kaushik offers gentle direction so you feel comfortable and look like yourself, which is exactly how the most natural and lasting images are made.

Are you well reviewed by past clients?+

Yes. The studio holds a 4.8 rating from 539 Google reviews, earned over many years of weddings, portraits and family sittings. We are always happy for you to read them before you decide.

Find me

The London studio

The Broadway, 21 Joel St, Northwood, a welcoming space with natural light, a dressing area and a relaxed atmosphere for sessions of every kind.

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