How did your journey in photography begin, and what drew you to architecture and music videos?
My father was deeply passionate about photography, and whenever we went on trips, he would bring along an SLR camera. He taught me and my brother how to shoot on film, and that early exposure sparked my fascination with this art form. Later, during school and college, I played guitar but couldn't pursue music professionally, though I always felt a strong connection to it. When I started posting my content on Instagram, I began receiving photography-related work, and that's how I naturally gravitated toward these two niches.
What was the first moment you knew you wanted to capture architecture or music videos professionally?
Shooting architecture is more about styling the space, and I was never particularly fond of photographing people, being an introvert. At the same time, as a musician at heart, I wanted to stay connected to that part of myself. So the day I landed my first music video project, it felt like everything clicked into place.
How has your experience and style evolved since you started?
Change is inevitable with time, and surrounding yourself with people who bring out the best in you is crucial. I try to be around individuals from whom I can learn and to whom I can offer a piece of my craft. There's a significant difference between what I used to do and what I do now. Technical skills can be learned, but photography as an art is deeply personal and subjective. So, what feels right to me is what ultimately makes it into my work.
What do you enjoy most about photographing architecture versus filming music videos?
Shooting architecture is a peaceful, meditative process for me. It's about chasing light and shadow as the sun moves, almost like a form of meditation. Filming music videos, on the other hand, is entirely different. A lot of effort goes into planning, and it's more about finding calm in the chaos. There are deadlines, rented gear, and the editing phase can be intense—deciding which color palette to use, which shots to include. Sometimes, after putting immense effort into a shot, it doesn't feel right for the final video, and that's heartbreaking. But you have to choose what's best for the music video, not what you personally feel about a shot.
What makes your favorite architectural shot so special?
The brickwork in this shot is entirely handcrafted, exactly as the architect intended. It forms the backdrop of a staircase, and the subject in the frame helps convey the scale of the space. That combination of meticulous craftsmanship and human presence is what makes it special to me.
Tell us about the music video clip you uploaded—what was the concept or story behind it?
The concept, as the song title "Manzil" suggests, revolves around the artist's journey. His family runs an auto workshop, but his dream is to become a singer and performer. The music video tells that story—his struggle and aspiration to reach his destination.
What does your behind-the-scenes image reveal about your creative process?
This image shows us reviewing the script for a song and making changes on the fly. It captures the collaborative and iterative nature of our process—nothing is set in stone until it feels right.
Why is this equipment setup important to your work?
A full-frame camera like the Sony A7 IV is a hybrid powerhouse that lets me shoot high-quality video as well as sharp photos. It's versatile enough to handle both architecture and music videos without compromising on quality.
What was the challenge you overcame in that shoot, and how did you tackle it?
One major challenge was relying on a small camera screen instead of having a larger view of the shot. Using an iPad gave me a bigger canvas to see details, scopes, and everything I need as a photographer and filmmaker. It's a game-changer for precision.
What editing techniques did you use in that before-and-after example?
I applied a technique called bleach bypass, which traditionally involves pushing film through bleach to create a silver-ish look in the highlights. I recreated that effect digitally to give the image a distinct, textured feel.
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