The Journal

Notes from
the studio.

Guides, gear and hard-won lessons on shooting for marketplaces, brands and the people behind them — from the Black Dot crew in New Delhi.

Marketplace19 June 2026 · 6 min read

Amazon product image & video specs: the 2026 checklist

Everything Amazon wants on your listing — and the things that quietly get it rejected.

Video12 June 2026 · 4 min read

Why video production matters for your brand

Cheap video doesn't just look cheap — it makes the brand look cheap. Here's what "quality" actually buys you.

Studio5 June 2026 · 4 min read

Podcast Background Ideas: Aesthetic Backdrops That Work on Camera

Your podcast background is brand real estate. Here's how to pick an aesthetic backdrop that works on camera — and in the clips.

Marketplace29 May 2026 · 5 min read

E-commerce product photography: what makes photos sell

Your product photos are your storefront. The things that separate photos that sell from photos that just sit there.

Weddings22 May 2026 · 5 min read

How to book a photographer for your Indian wedding

Booking the right team for an Indian wedding is half the album. A practical checklist before you sign.

Weddings15 May 2026 · 4 min read

The magic of candid wedding cinematography

Posed photos freeze the day. Candid film captures how it actually felt.

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