Photographer Shashank Shekhar Pandey

—First and foremost – whom can you name as the best photographer in Delhi NCR, India? :)

—Arjun Kartha

—Are you photogenic?

—yes

—How did you get in the photography industry?

—After work in the various industry. when I enter in wedding photography I felt a wedding gives you more creative freedom for the shoot and very good money compared to another industry in photography.

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

—Emotions, colours and Lights

—Do you love traveling?

—yes too much

—What do you like most about your profession?

—lots of travelling.

—What do you like least about your profession?

—Rude clients

—What will be the future of photography?

—In India wedding photography is just starting.

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

—Portraits, Culture, Vogue and Tradition

—How do you handle criticism?

—The pleasure of criticizing takes away from us the pleasure of being moved by some very fine things.

—Are there any trends in photography?

—Everyone is ramping up for wedding season here in the India right now and trying to keep their finger on the pulse of what trends are happening in the industry and photography in general, and so are we!
So, we decided to ask some of our favourite photographers their thoughts on upcoming trends and what they plan to do differently this year.

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

—Creativity

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

—Lighting

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

—Emotions and moments

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

—steve McCurry

—Who do you want to shoot?

—Kate Winslet

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—Nup

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—Cristiano Ostinelli

—What do you worry about, and why?

—Nature of client. Because a good nature helps us to shoot the photo with full creative effort.

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—when I shot Sachin Tendulkar.

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

—Wolverine

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—Steve McCurry. Because personally, i think he is the best street photographer in the world.

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—respected

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

—forget to carry my laptop while shooting.

—When you're going to travel, what do you take with you and why?

—My mobile phone. because my phone can help me almost every situation.

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

—shutter release cable. because I have never used this.

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—more looking for lighting.

—Whose work has influenced you most as a photographer?

—Vic Lax

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

—the elements of photography.

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—emotions

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—the happiness of my client after they get his photos.

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

—more strict

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

—photography

—Who are your heroes?

—steve McCurry

—Who do you have no respect for?

—arrogant photographer

—What do you do in your spare time?

—looking for a new place for the pre-wedding shoot and learn something new in photography.

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—when I got a photo with moments and elements.

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

—no.

—Do you make friends easily?

—yes.

—Where would you like to live?

—France

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

—stage photography

—Is there life after marriage?

—Definitely yes

—Do you have a favorite joke? Tell us.

—The quickest way to make money at photography is to sell your camera.

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—Dogs

—Who or what do you hate?

—Arrogant people.

—The best thing in life is:

—Good moments

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—athletics type body

—What would you like to change in the world?

—Self-proclaimed photographer.

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

—always observe light around you.

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

—Please come and see my photography exhibition.

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

—Romantic, Fantasy and period drama

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—meeting to my new client for his wedding shoot.