Photographer Manie Bhatia

—Are you photogenic?

—Sometimes.

—What are the most important components of a good photo in your opinion?

—Moment. Period.

—Do you love traveling?

—A lot.

—What do you like most about your profession?

—Love I get from people.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—Sleepless Nights.

—What will be the future of photography?

—It's going to get more demanding with time.

—What is special in the photography genre you specialise at?

—People.

—How do you handle criticism?

—Seriously, sometimes.

—Are there any trends in photography?

—People want something different always. So some photographers do come with so called "Latest Trend" with all the fancy ideas. But I believe the only trend is freezing the moments the way it deserves.

—What should be the criteria for a customer to choose a photographer?

—Style -> Professionalism -> Budget -> Repeat.

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—Uncle Bob with their I phone.

—What details that usually pass unnoticed can a photographer notice?

—Of course. That's the main responsibility of our job.

—What influences the value of a photo? What are its elements?

—Moment -> Composition -> Treatment

—What person can be the symbol of the 21st century in your opinion?

—Aam Aadmi Party Leader Mr. Arvind Kejriwal from India.

—Who do you want to shoot?

—People.

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—No.

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—Nikon Full Frames.

—What do you worry about, and why?

—To meet the over expectations of my clients for obvious reasons.

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—When a Bride's father cried in my studio after seeing the wedding album.

—If you were a cartoon, book or movie character, who would you be and why?

—I would be the Kung Fu Panda.

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—Amazing work from round the globe.

—How do you define success? How do you measure it?

—If I am happy & content, I am successful.

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—As a person.

—What is the biggest mistake you have ever made at work?

—I over trust my clients sometimes.

—Is there anything that you wish you hadn't bought among the gadgets that you own? Why?

—No.

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—Internet. Practice. Repeat.

—Whose work has influenced you most as a photographer?

—Two Mann Studios, Canada.

—What is the one thing you wish you knew when you started taking photos?

—Use of a Flash/Speedlight.

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—Love is the only cure.

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—Two people in Love.

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

—Less.

—If you could go back in time, what would you do differently?

—Education. I am Software Engineer . I wish I could have done some degree in painting or Visual art.

—What about life on other planets?

—May be.

—Who are your heroes?

—A Soldier at the Border.

—Who do you have no respect for?

—Hypocrisy.

—What do you do in your spare time?

—Spare time ! What's that?

—What's the side of you that the public never sees?

—I am very Emotional.

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—When I see a Happy Client.

—Do you believe in the traditional roles for men and women?

—Yes.

—Do you make friends easily?

—Yes.

—Where would you like to live?

—New Zealand.

—What's the stupidest thing you've ever agreed to do?

—Handing over the RAW files.

—Is there life after marriage?

—Yes, a new one.

—Do you have a favorite joke? Tell us.

—Oh Shit !

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—Dogs

—Who or what do you hate?

—Liars.

—The best thing in life is:

—the present time.

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—that I am getting older everyday.

—Is there anything around you that you would like to change?

—Corruption & War.

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—My hairstyle.

—What would you like to change in the world?

—Environment.

—Can you give a few tips for photographers who are just starting out?

—Just be yourself & look for a moment, not Light.

—If aliens come to the Earth and you are the first person they meet, what will you tell them?

—Welcome.

—If you are called to shoot a movie, what genre will it be?

—A Romantic Comedy.

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—Whatever I want to do.