Photographer Dhruv Ashra

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

—Currently I have been loving the work of RAJ RJ.

—Are you photogenic?

—Nope. Horrible. Camera shy. :)

—How did you get in the photography industry?

—Always loved to capture ppl in there raw element. Moved on to learn and create more memories.

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

—Smile , Lighting and Colors.

—Do you love traveling?

—Love it. When not shooting I am landscape photographer :)

—What do you like most about your profession?

—every time I capture someone laughing and having a great time .

—What do you like least about your profession?

—sometime there are too many guests clicking pictures with there phones and trying to move around like photographers. We cant be rude but we need our space also.

—What will be the future of photography?

—Yes. More couple shots , more fun , more crazy footage's.

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

—sense of timing , being friendly , perfect angle's and crazy creativity.

—How do you handle criticism?

—positively. The learning curve is huge. And I know I am still at the bottom edge of it.

—Are there any trends in photography?

—Nope. Shoot as it comes. Everything and anything.

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

—The photographer should be open to shoot anything.
Meet and see if the photographer can understand them.
match their style to his.

—What things are to be avoided when shooting?

—Bad lighting :(

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

—angles and usage of stage lighting.

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

—Timing . Memory of that picture. emotions.

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

—Joseph radhik

—Who do you want to shoot?

—Priyanka Chopra.

—Do you have any professional taboos?

—None :)

—Who would you like to shoot with?

—magmods. Its fun and difficult.

—What do you worry about, and why?

—nothing .

—What is the most impressive moment in your life?

—The moment I clicked a couple in love with lights around them. They kissed without me telling them. I was as close as 1 feet :)

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

—Minions :)

—Who inspires you in your life and why?

—Wife is my muse. and source of inspiration would be Sam hurd's photography

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

—Happiness of my bride and groom

—Would you rather be liked or respected?

—Respect!! always.

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

—Not understanding what a client wants.

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

—My 16-35mm . love those wide shots.

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

—none. Had many in the list , sold them :)

—How do you educate yourself to take better pictures?

—Follow great photographers and understand the skill in it.

—Whose work has influenced you most as a photographer?

—Sam Hurd!

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

—I am already an Electronics engineer. that's about it :P

—What do you want to say with your photographs?

—enjoy your wedding. It comes once in your lifetime.

—What motivates you to continue taking pictures?

—capturing folks in there happiness

—Should your parents have been more or less strict?

—they were perfect!

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

—nothing. happy as it comes.

—What about life on other planets?

—Yes. Its US :)

—Who are your heroes?

—Many. :)

—Who do you have no respect for?

—None.

—What do you do in your spare time?

—football :)

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

—frustration :P

—When are you completely satisfied with your work?

—ALways. I give my 100%.

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

—nope.

—Do you make friends easily?

—yes yes. I think so :)

—Where would you like to live?

—bangalore. Love it.

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

—matrimony shots of someone requested by parents.

—Is there life after marriage?

—yes yes. 100%

—Do you have a favorite joke? Tell us.

—None in my head :(

—Do you like dogs or cats?

—Dogs.... woof .. anytime :)

—Who or what do you hate?

—nope. nothing.

—The best thing in life is:

—everyone around me.

—The most annoying thing in life is:

—Time. :)

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

—nothing. If something goes wrg. I rather change myself :)

—What would you like to change in yourself?

—Dunno. I am flawed. Depending on feedbacks :P

—What would you like to change in the world?

—Nothing. global warming is already doing that.

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

—Practice a lot before you shoot someones wedding. For you it might be practice but for them its their memories for life.

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

—want some weed :)

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

—Difficult one. wedding film with a crazy location in a palace.

—Tomorrow I will go and do...

—Go play cricket and watch Manchester Derby.