Sher Ali Khan (Interview)


Name: Sher Ali Khan
Nickname: Sheroo
D.O.B: 7th Dec ‘83
Favorite quote:  "When you photograph people in colour, you photograph their clothes; but when you photograph people in Black & White, you photograph their souls" - Ted Grant
Tell us a bit about yourself?
I’m originally from Pakistan. Been based in Sydney for the past 5 years, and I love Photography & Music.
Study/Professional background? Masters in Marketing from the University of Sydney. Worked in Advertising – Saatchi & Saatchi.
What kind of gear do you use?
* Camera body – Nikon D5000
* Lens – Nikon 50mm 1.4G, Nikon 70-200mm 2.8 VR II, Tamron 24-70mm 2.8.
* Tripod – Manfrotto.
* Filters - -
* Flash – Nikon Sb600, Nikon Sb900
* Camera bag – LowePro Runner X350.
* Mention others, if any.
* Which is your favorite lens? Nikon 50mm 1.4G Why? Because its amazing; the difference that lower F-point can have on an image.
When you go in one of your travels, what all you take with you? 
Everything mentioned above; and more Why? Because as a photographer, you never know what you’re going to encounter and when you’re going to encounter it – so might as well be as prepared as possible.
Which was your first professional camera, which model? And can you recommend any good camera for beginners?
It’s a very basic model but the Nikon D5000 has been my first and only DSLR till date – I thought it makes more sense to invest in lenses at the stage I’m at.
What or who got you started in wedding photography?
No one in particular. Weddings are just one of the many subjects/events I cover.
What is your favourite photography accessory, other than your camera?
Anything that shapes light - i’d say my soft-box.
If you had to choose one lens which one would it be and why? Nikon 50mm 1.4G.
What is your favourite computer/editing accessory, other than your computer?
Photoshop.