Behind the Frame

Stories, Journeys & Lessons from the World of Gautam Dhimal

Welcome to Behind the Frame, the personal journal of Gautam Dhimal, award winning photographer, filmmaker, and visual director. This is where his images meet his words and the real story behind every photograph, film, or production moment comes alive and personal.

From the mountains of Nepal to the deserts of Africa, the cityscapes of the UAE, and the creative energy of South Asia, these stories take you behind the camera, into the wild, the intimate, and the unexpected. You’ll find:

• Real stories from global fashion photography campaigns, wildlife expeditions, and documentary shoots for NGOs.

• Behind the scenes from international film productions, brand storytelling, and editorial photography assignments.

• Adventures in aerial photography from open door helicopters, fixed wing flights, and drones over remote terrains.

• Photography tips from worldwide projects for luxury brands, tourism boards, commercial projects and media outlets.

• Reflections on travel, culture, people, gear like the Fujifilm GFX, and the art of lighting on location with Profoto.

• Insights into projects like Himalayan Fashion Adventure, Wild Africa, The Vanishing Himalayas, Until We Act, and destination fashion productions in Nepal, Dubai, Thailand, South Africa and beyond.

Whether you are a fellow creative, a brand strategist, a traveler, or simply someone who loves visual storytelling, this blog is for you. Every post is rooted in lived experience, with honesty, humor, and the kind of details that only come from years of working on fashion and editorial in the snow, filming at 5,000 meters, or capturing the perfect shot from an open door helicopter.

Step inside and see the world Behind the Frame.

New stories are published every Monday.