D.O.B: 17-08-1976
Favorite quote: If you believe you can do something, or you believe you cannot, you're right either way. (Anthony Robbins)
Tell us a bit about yourself?
Study/Professional background?
I am a doctor but don't practice, i run our medical center and export fabrics and my passion for photography led me to explore further possibilities in this astounding dimension. For me photography is nothing less than perfection and I let my work speak for itself.
What kind of gear do you use?* Camera body - Nikon D4, Nikon D800
* Lens - 400mm f2.8, 70-200 f/2.8, 85mm f/1.4G, 300mm f/3, 14-24 f/2.8, 16-35 f/4, 50mm f/1.8G, 105mm f/2.8, 60mm f/2.8, 16mm fisheye, 45mm tilt shift PCE
* Tripod - Manfrotto
* Filters - Lee
* Flash - SB 910 and SB 700
* Camera bag - Lowepro
* Mention others, if any.
Which is your favorite lens? Why?
Nikkor 14-24, it is my favorite landscape lens and the distortion is very acceptable and there is limited chromatic aberration and excellent sharpness and contrast.
When you go in one of your travels, what all you take with you? Why?
Always have the 14-24, 16-35 and the 70-200 and 85mm 1.4G for landscapes and closeups as well as portraits.
Which was you first professional camera, which model? And can you recommend any good camera for beginners?
My first camera was the Nikon D5100 and for beginners i would recommend either the Nikon D3200 or the Nikon D5200
What is your favourite photography accessory, other than your camera?
Speedlights
If you had to choose one lens which one would it be and why?
Cant do that, no way :) that would be unfair to a lot of other lenses.
What is your favourite computer/editing accessory, other than your computer?
Adobe Photoshop
How important is Photoshop in your final images?
Not much, just a bit.
Do you plan on buying any new equipment and if so what do you have your eyes on?
Would love the 600mm prime.
Do you have an assistant/2nd shooter that accompanies you on assignments you get?
Yes.
Have you ever had anything go wrong at a wedding and if so, how did you handle it?
Nope.
What is your greatest fear?
Of losing my equipment :).
Something you’re saving up for?
600mm prime
How long did it take to reach where he you are now?
4 years.
What else are your hobbies except photography?
Swimming and tennis.
One thing that always grabs your attention and makes you takes a picture of it?
Nature.
Best thing a fan ever said to you and it made your day?
You're my ideal!
Nope, no downfalls, has only been an upwards ride so far :)
What do you think is photography a risky profession? Why?
Not at all, but, only as long as you have the right equipment.... there is a reason some cams cost 10 times the price of others, so its both, the person and the cam, not just the person.
One embarrassing /funny moment while you were on your work?
Batt died in the middle of a shoot and no extra batt.
Among the gadgets that you own, is there something that you wish you hadn’t bought? Why?
Always try to research before i buy so no.
Among your works, which one is your favorite? Why?
Badshahi mosque from cukoos den. Becasue this image has been sold the most and only in intl markets. It was a moment that lasted for a few seconds only
Whose work has influenced you most?
Ansel Adams.
What is the one thing you wish you knew when you started taking photos?
The importance of full frame equipment.
In your opinion, what makes photography an art?
Creativity
What motivates you to do what you do?
My sheer passion for photography and appreciation from others
Do you believe in the expression “A picture is worth 1,000 words”?
Each image should tell a unique story.... an image without an expression is useless.
If you had one wish what would it be?
To shoot with the late Ansel Adams :)
Any message for your fans?
I thoroughly appreciate all the positive comments from you guys and thats where i get the energy which i need to produce something which would be appreciated.
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