Meet Samridhi Jain of Midtown SCAD

Today we’d like to introduce you to Samridhi Jain.

Hi Samridhi, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
I started photography back in 7th grade at my boarding school, Scindia Kanya Vidyalaya, in India. I began with event photography and slowly built confidence through school competitions. My dad has always been into photography as a hobby, something he picked up from his father, so cameras and gear were always around. One of my favorite memories is the constant Nikon vs. Canon debates we had, I was always on Canon’s side and still am.

During high school, I attended a Summer Art Intensive Program at NYU, which really confirmed that photography was what I wanted to pursue. I graduated from Neerja Modi School in 2020, right when COVID hit, and chose to study at LASALLE College of the Arts in Singapore. I did a diploma in Fine Arts, focusing on lens-based media, which taught me how to communicate visually from a fine art perspective.

While in Singapore, I interned under fashion designers and worked as a fashion photographer. I shot editorials, lookbooks, and even covered Singapore Fashion Week runway shows. I was also published in four editions of UWeekly Magazine.

I’m currently a senior at SCAD, pursuing my BFA in Photography, and continuing to explore how fashion, storytelling, and visual culture come together through the lens.

We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
For the most part, it’s been a fairly smooth road, but looking back, the pandemic definitely changed the course of my plans. I had initially planned to come to the U.S. for my undergraduate studies right after high school, but with the country in lockdown and borders closed, that wasn’t possible. Singapore, on the other hand, was still open, so I made the decision to pursue a diploma at LASALLE College of the Arts.

While those three years taught me a lot, especially about approaching photography from a fine art perspective, I didn’t feel fully prepared to step into the professional world just yet. That’s when I decided to move to the U.S. and continue my journey by starting my undergrad at SCAD. It felt like a reset in some ways, but I’ve grown so much because of it.

Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
My work mainly focuses on both analogue and digital photography, with a strong interest in fine arts and fashion. I really enjoy working with film—there’s something incredibly personal and hands-on about shooting on analogue and developing prints in the darkroom. It slows the process down and lets me connect more deeply with the image. Alongside that, I also explore printmaking as another way of expanding my visual language.

I love studio shoots because they give me complete control over lighting and environment, which allows me to shape the mood and story of the image exactly how I envision it. Post-production is one of my strongest skills—it’s where I really bring my ideas to life and add my personal touch. It’s not just about editing; it’s about constructing a visual world that reflects how I see and feel things.

Lately, I’ve been experimenting with videography and cinematography, trying to expand the way I tell stories beyond still images.

I’m most proud of my fine art and fashion portfolio because I believe it carries a voice that’s uniquely mine. One of the works I hold closest is *Robotic Pulse*—a project that blends fine art with fashion in a way that feels both emotional and futuristic. It’s a reflection of my vision, and the kind of visual storytelling I want to keep exploring.

Are there any books, apps, podcasts or blogs that help you do your best?
Honestly, some of my biggest sources of insight and motivation come from the people around me. I really value conversations with friends and colleagues—many of us are on similar creative journeys, but we all approach things differently. Listening to how others think, solve problems, or express their ideas gives me new ways to look at my own work. These exchanges often turn into moments of intellectual collaboration that push me forward.

I also always listen to music while I’m editing. It might not directly inspire the content, but it definitely sets the tone and helps me focus. It creates a sort of rhythm that keeps me grounded and in the flow, especially during long hours of post-production.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://samridhijain.myportfolio.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/splashandfreezee/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samridhi-jain-0b60a319b/