About Sara
Sara Masoumzadeh
The Birth of DARSHANIYA GALERIE
The story of
DARSHANIYA GALERIE
begins long before its official creation in Paris it begins in my childhood, I often say that my story didn’t start with a camera
It started with a woman holding one.
My mother was the first storyteller I ever knew. She was always capturing our childhood moments, turning ordinary days into memories we could hold. One day, she placed her camera in my hands. It was far too big for my fingers, yet somehow it fit me perfectly.
That moment changed everything.
To build my own studio
I had even chosen the name long before the dream felt possible.
DARSHANIYA GALERIE
lived quietly in my notebook,
a simple word with a heartbeat of its own.
Six years passed.
And today, that quiet word has become a living space for stories.
Since 2022, I’ve been running DARSHANIYA GALERIE in Paris, creating photography and videography for brands, artists, and individuals. My work has taken me from Iran to France, across portraits, reportage, fashion, and product photography—but at its core, my mission remains the same:
To capture people at their most genuine
To preserve the moments they will treasure long after time moves on.
DARSHANIYA GALERIE
is more than a studio.
It is a dream that grew up with me a dream that began in my mother’s hands and continues through mine.
And every time someone steps in front of my camera,
I don’t just take a picture, I honor a story.
If you’ve read this far, thank you for wanting to know a bit more about me.
I truly hope one day I’ll get to tell your story through my lens.
Professional Experience
I studied
Film Editing and Visual Effects
at a cinema school in Paris, where I discovered my deep passion for telling stories through images.
Through classes in directing, sound recording, lighting, and screenwriting, and the many short films we were required to produce, I learned to connect with my artistic identity.
I created several short films and documentaries that received strong praise from my professors, which reinforced my confidence and confirmed that I was on the right creative path.
Professional Roles & Collaborations
Project Manager & Video Creator Desrues Paris (Métiers d’Art)
At Desrues, I worked as a project manager and video creator producing savoir-faire and e-learning content.
My responsibilities included:
- Capturing the craftsmanship process of fashion accessories and buttons
- Filming interviews and events in a Konbini-inspired visual style
- Following pre-written scripts to document each production step
- Selecting and editing the most relevant sequences for training resources
Photographer — Les Bandits Studio
Worked as a photographer for Les Bandits, contributing to creative studio shoots and visual storytelling across various projects.
Freelance Wedding Photographer — Paris
Photographer within a photo & video wedding team in Paris, producing emotional, elegant, and timeless visual narratives.
A collaboration filled with creativity and human connection.
Freelance Collaborations with International Brands
After developing my independent practice, I collaborated as a freelance photographer and videographer with several brands — including ZARA and multiple French and American fashion and lifestyle brands.
My work focused on:
- Fashion photography
- Commercial & advertising imagery
- Editorial productions
Fashion Week Paris — Zuhair Murad (July 2025)
In July 2025, I had the opportunity to photograph guests at the Zuhair Murad Fashion Week event at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris.
This experience allowed me to work in the heart of the fashion world and capture elegant, high-profile moments.
Photographer & Videographer — Maison Persédélis
Collaborated with Maison Persédélis, a brand representing Persian culinary art and millennial craftsmanship.
My role was to visually express:
- Elegance
- Tradition
- Modern refinement
I captured imagery that conveyed the soul of the brand and the Persian art of hosting.
Content Creator — Gondishapour Group
For over a year, I was responsible for producing a high volume of photo and video content for the Gondishapour Group, contributing to their visual identity through diverse projects.
MY JOURNEY:
Strart
My journey into the fashion world began with a long-standing interest in luxury brands and the craftsmanship behind them. This interest eventually led me to Chanel’s world, where I began my internship at Desrues, the historic atelier responsible for creating many of the brand’s signature buttons, accessories, and handcrafted details.
During my time at Desrues, I worked on creating videos for luxury accessories, buttons, and other refined elements, gaining direct exposure to the visual standards and aesthetic language of maisons like Chanel. This hands-on experience helped me understand the precision, craftsmanship, and artistic discipline that define the luxury fashion industry.
Today, my work focuses on crafting visual stories that communicate a brand’s identity, the narrative behind each project, and the presence of the model within it. Whether for campaigns, magazines, or artistic collaborations, my goal is to create visuals that are distinctive, refined, and emotionally resonant.
