Apoorva Salkade is a photographer and cinematographer from Mumbai. He works on editorial, CSR, and institutional assignments. His focus is on showing real situations—whether in villages, industry, or development work—with over 20 years of experience.

He studied at the Sir J.J. Institute of Applied Arts. He began with photojournalism, which shaped how he works in the field.

In 2021, he received the Red Ink Award for Picture of the Year for his work during the COVID-19 migrant crisis.

Most of his long-term work is in rural India. He documents drought, water problems, migration, and farming life over time.

He has worked with companies, organisations, and publications like BPCL, JioStar, DSP, Shree Renuka Sugar, Fortune India, Forbes India, The Times (London), UNICEF, IFC, and others.

His way of working is simple—spend time, observe properly, don’t disturb, and respect people.