FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY

SOTEJ STUDIO

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Capturing The Poetry of Light & Shadows

Visual Stories
Written In Light.

Editorial, documentary, and street fine art photography exploring the human spirit, rural Bengal, and urban geometries.

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8+ Years of Craft
320+ Stories Told
18 Exhibitions
Harvest & The Golden Stack by Sotej
Harvest & The Golden Stack Sony Alpha • 50mm f/2.8 • 1/1600s
Documentary
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RURAL BENGAL DOCUMENTARY CINEMATIC STREET PHOTOGRAPHY GOLDEN HOUR & RIVERINE POETRY AUTHENTIC HUMAN STORIES ENVIRONMENTAL PORTRAITURE ATMOSPHERIC FINE ART RURAL BENGAL DOCUMENTARY CINEMATIC STREET PHOTOGRAPHY
Sotej - Visual Storyteller
8+ Years Chasing Light

"To photograph is to find the poetry in human toil, the quiet warmth of Bengal's rivers, and the fleeting angles of street life."

— Sotej, Visual Storyteller
BEHIND THE LENS

We Don’t Just Take Photos.
We Immortalize Feeling.

Based in Dhaka and traveling across the length of Bangladesh, Sotej is a visual artist and documentary photographer known for authentic human narratives, natural golden hour lighting, and evocative environmental storytelling.

From the misty agricultural fields at dawn to the bustling labyrinth of Old Dhaka's alleyways, each frame is approached with patience, empathy, and deep reverence for the people and places captured. Every series reflects the soul and texture of authentic everyday life.

Observational Storytelling

Unobtrusive, honest moments that celebrate real lives and candid emotions.

Natural Light Mastery

Harnessing sunrise mist, midday harsh shadows, and tranquil sunset reflections.

Organic Film Color Science

Warm earth tones, rich dynamic ranges, and timeless documentary color grading.

EXHIBITIONS & FEATURED ACROSS:
NAT PHOTO DHAKA ART BENGAL LIGHTS VISUAL CHRONICLES
CURATED PORTFOLIO

Selected Works & Exhibits

Explore our categorized archives. Click any photograph to view high-resolution details, metadata, and technical camera telemetry.

COLOR SCIENCE & RETOUCH LAB

Raw Sensor Capture vs.
Handcrafted Mastery

True art happens after the shutter clicks. Drag the interactive split-slider below to reveal our proprietary digital film emulation, localized dodging & burning, and skin tonal harmonics.

High-End Frequency Separation
Custom Kodak Vision3 Emulation
Non-Destructive 16-bit Master
Golden Hour Shallows RAW RAW UNEDITED (LOG PROFILE)
Golden Hour Shallows Master Grade FINAL MASTER GRADE
INVESTMENT & PACKAGES

Tailored Visual Experiences

Every commission receives the same meticulous art direction, bespoke lighting design, and museum-grade post-production.

Commercial & Fashion

Editorial Campaign

$ 2,400 / Day Shoot

Tailored for fashion houses, jewelry brands, and luxury lookbooks seeking provocative visual branding.

  • Up to 8 Hours On-Location / Studio
  • Creative Direction & Moodboard curation
  • 25 High-End Retouched Editorial Masters
  • Full Commercial Worldwide Print Licensing
  • 48-Hour Digital Proofing Gallery
Most Requested
Art & Personal

Fine Art Portraiture

$ 1,250 / Commission

Sculpted studio light or golden hour portraits capturing your true soul and timeless legacy.

  • 3.5 Hours Dedicated Intimate Session
  • 3 Outfit & Lighting Set Transitions
  • 15 Magazine-Grade Master Retouches
  • Handcrafted Hahnemühle Fine Art Print (16x24")
  • Private Password-Protected Online Vault
Destination & Events

Cinematic Stories

$ 3,800 / Full Day

Documentary luxury weddings, milestone celebrations, and intimate destination escapes globally.

  • 10 Hours Full Coverage + 2nd Shooter
  • 400+ Curated Color Graded Photographs
  • Drone Aerial Photography Included
  • Bespoke Italian Leather Bound Photo Album
  • Travel Accommodations Included (EU/Asia)
PRECISION INSTRUMENTS

What’s In The Bag

We spare no expense to capture organic resolution, cinematic depth, and bulletproof reliability in any conditions.

PRIMARY CAMERA BODY

Hasselblad X2D 100C

100MP Medium Format BSI CMOS sensor delivering 16-bit color depth and 15 stops of dynamic range.

SECONDARY RANGEFINDER

Leica M11 Black Paint

60MP full-frame rangefinder for candid, unobtrusive street and documentary moments.

FLAGSHIP OPTICS

Leica Summilux & Sony GM Primes

35mm f/1.4, 50mm f/1.2, 85mm f/1.4 and 135mm f/1.8 with razor sharpness and dreamy bokeh.

STUDIO LIGHTING

Profoto B10X Plus & C1 Plus

High-speed wireless monolights paired with Elinchrom Rotalux softboxes for sculptured lighting.

CLIENT VOICES

Endorsements & Appreciation

"Sotej doesn’t just capture a photo—he orchestrates light like a poet. His documentary series on rural Bengal brought an emotional honesty that moved everyone at our gallery exhibition."

Elena Rostova
Elena Rostova
Curator, South Asian Contemporary Arts

"Looking at Sotej's high-angle street photographs of Old Dhaka was breathtaking. The shadows, electric wires, and human spirit are composed with incredible cinematic maturity."

Marcus Rahman
Marcus Rahman
Editorial Director, Bengal Chronicles

"The post-production color science and tonal depth is world-class. Sotej's medium format and high-res street prints hold up with unbelievable richness at gallery scale."

David Sterling
David Sterling
Documentary Filmmaker & Producer
INQUIRY GUIDE

Frequently Asked Questions

For commercial campaigns and destination weddings, we recommend reaching out 3 to 6 months in advance. Portrait sessions can often be accommodated within 2 to 3 weeks depending on studio availability.

No. Just as a chef doesn’t serve raw ingredients, our signature visual craft encompasses both the in-camera capture and bespoke color grading. Every delivered file is a finished piece of fine art.

Yes, absolutely. Over 60% of our commissions take place internationally across Europe, North America, and Asia. All travel arrangements and logistics are handled seamlessly through our production team.

Editorial and portrait previews are delivered within 48 to 72 hours. Final master retouched galleries are delivered in 10 to 14 business days. Expedited delivery is available upon request.

INITIATE DIALOGUE

Let’s Create Something
Unforgettable.

Whether you're planning an international fashion campaign, an intimate portrait commission, or documenting an emotional milestone, we would love to hear your vision.

Direct Studio Email [email protected]
WhatsApp & Call +880 1700-000000
Studio & Base Dhaka • Available Across Bangladesh • Worldwide

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