We’re easy to talk to. But we take our craft incredibly seriously.
Hi, welcome! We are Stock Photography Nepal (SPN). Founded in 2017 and based in Kathmandu, we are a compact, highly specialized team of documentary filmmakers, visual storytellers, and field fixers. Let’s be honest: nobody wants to work with a rigid, faceless corporate agency. We believe the best creative partnerships start with a warm smile, open communication, and a good cup of tea. But don’t let our relaxed vibe fool you—when it comes to execution, we run a tight ship. We operate as a hybrid visual communications agency and a premium media archive. Simply put, we don't just snap pictures to sell online; we journey deep into the heart of South Asia to bring back raw, authentic, high-impact stories for international non-profits, UN agencies, global media houses, and commercial brands. If you need a reliable, technically advanced, and genuinely friendly production partner in the Himalayas, you’re in the right place.
Telling Stories Across Borders
THE PHILIPPINES
Our work in The Philippines opened new dimensions of visual storytelling. We've documented coastal communities, climate change, and disaster resilience—from fishermen facing the Pacific’s waves to families rebuilding after typhoons. Here, nature becomes a character: light on turquoise waters, winds that echo survival, and faces shaped by resilience. Working internationally means more than filming in new places. We immerse ourselves in every community, ensuring each documentary reflects truth, culture, and lived experience.
INDIA
In India, we’ve documented powerful stories of resilience, culture, and social impact. From the deserts of Rajasthan to the markets of Kolkata, and from grassroots movements to Tibetan communities in cities like Dharamshala and Delhi, our camera has followed the pulse of transformation. We’ve collaborated with social impact organizations and filmmakers, including documenting life in project sites established by the Dalai Lama—sharing stories of strength, identity, and enduring hope.
Filmmaking is a team sport, and our crew is our biggest asset. We’re not just a bunch of people with cameras—we are award-winning cinematographers, photographers, editors, and animators who live and breathe storytelling.
Srijana Bhatta
Senior Cinematographer
Rashik Maharjan
Senior Cinematographer
Tilak Gaha Magar
Cinematographer
Anish Vaidya
Cinematographer | Productions
Krishna Maharjan
Cinematographer | Photographer
Sanu Maharjan
Senior Photographer
Anil Karki
Animations
Sandip Tiwari
Designs / Motion Graphics
Pratik Sthapit
Chief Financial Officer
Elite production value. Rapid delivery. Zero excuses.
Our international clients keep coming back because we know how to bridge the gap between rugged field realities and world-class production standards. We get it—your deadlines are tight, your budget needs to be respected, and the quality has to be flawless. Here is how we deliver:
High-End, Cinema-First Standards: We don't do basic video. Our standard field setups rely on broadcast-ready cinema systems, featuring high-end Sony cinema cameras, fast lenses, and advanced color profiles. Whether we’re shooting crisp 4K at 120fps or capturing clean footage in tough, low-light environments, the final product is pristine and ready for global broadcast or theatrical release.
Turnaround Times That Keep Up With You: A beautiful video is useless if it misses your campaign launch. Backed by a sharp, agile management team, we streamline our field logistics and editing workflows to get things done fast. We plan meticulously, deploy quickly, and troubleshoot in real time, delivering polished, high-quality assets to your desk without the typical agency delays.
Flawless Organization: From the moment our cameras roll to the final export, we handle your data with care. Every image and video file we deliver comes with organized, clean metadata and precise technical compliance, tailored exactly to your organization's specifications.
When global teams need a flawless shoot or authentic media from Nepal, they usually turn to us for three things:
Ethical Documentary Filmmaking & INGO Storytelling
We work closely with development organizations to document community growth, climate adaptation, and social impact. We have a non-negotiable rule: dignified representation. We completely step away from old-school, cliché "poverty-to-resilience" templates. Instead, we focus on the true strength, agency, and voice of the people we film.
A Curated, Authentic Media Archive
Tired of generic, staged stock photos of South Asia? Our curated digital collection gives global creators access to deeply authentic, legally cleared, and culturally respectful imagery and footage of Nepal that you won't find anywhere else.
Wild Adventures & Complex Field Logistics
Need to track rare, elusive wildlife in dense low-land jungles? Or want to film high-altitude stories alongside yak herders in the extreme environments of Manang and Mustang? We love this stuff. Our team thrives on heavy expedition planning, remote camping, and complex multi-district travel. We handle the paperwork, local permits, and safety logistics so your team doesn't have to stress.
Safeguarding & Trust
Safeguarding & Trust
Beyond the gear and the speed, we build long-term trust. We treat community safety, strict child protection policies, and informed consent frameworks as our absolute priority. When you work with SPN, you are partnering with an agency that seamlessly integrates with international compliance, safeguarding, and field ethics protocols.
Whether you need a full cinema crew for a fast-moving assignment, a dependable local fixer in Kathmandu, or a specific license from our visual archive, we’re ready to jump in. Drop us a line, tell us what you're planning, and let’s see how we can bring your story to life with speed, warmth, and uncompromised quality.