Right Timing Is the Key With Respect To Lighting, Time and Emotion - Partha Pratim Choudhury

Without realizing photography became my passion. It all started when I saw some extraordinary photographer's work on Social Media that moved me. I was always inclined to 'photographs', be it drawing or clicking photography. Then started learning from my Master Mr Subhasis Banerjee. He inspires me the most.

1. Tell us about your background and journey. Give a short biography of yourself.

Came to Kolkata for higher studies and bought one point and shoot camera without informing parents. Started doing random photography of nature, people and roads. 

Suddenly through a known person, I got my first project on photography. That's when I asked one DSLR from my father. And that was my first stepping stone and journey initiation. Cut two, my camera got stolen within 20 days of purchase. 

That's when I got stubborn to work hard and buy a one for myself with my money. And without knowing it turned into wedding photography.

2. How and when did you realize your passion for photography?

Without realizing photography became my passion. It all started when I saw some extraordinary photographer's work on Social Media that moved me. 

I was always inclined to 'photographs', be it drawing or clicking photography. Then started learning from my Master Mr Subhasis Banerjee. He inspires me the most.

3. What are some tips you would like to share with amateur photographers?

Tips would be to see a lot of pictures. And analyse them. Visual treatment is duly important. The more we see pictures and study it our observation skill enhances even more. Regular photography is a must. More practice will fix more errors

4. What are the important skills one should have to be a successful photographer?

Important skills are observation and patience. Right timing is the key with respect to lighting, time and emotion. Hence patience is required. The only key to success is hard work and to enjoy your work.

5. What are various opportunities available for aspiring photographers?

Travel photography, wedding photography, an independent photojournalist

6. Which is your favourite book and why? 

Byomkesh Samagra. The crime thriller is my favourite topic. Byomkesh is my favourite detective character.

- Partha Pratim Choudhury (Photographer)

- Interviewed By Tuhina Rana