
Shivam
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Helping people communicate complex ideas using storytelling
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How to know if your photography is rising to that pro level?
Ooh! You have a phone with a camera, a subject before you, and the will to capture it. You take that stance, click the capture button, and view it back. You feel good about it. Sometimes confused. But one thing you surely feel is that you have captured something. Your pictures somehow give you hope of reaching an exhibition. But, are they really good? As a photographer, it can be tough to gauge when you're starting to level up your skills. Sure, your friends and family might say your photos are great – “These are some beauties you’ve clicked now.” But, are you really making strides toward becoming a professional? Trust me, this confusion is not only bewildering but obstructive too. So, how to come out of this bog? How to know if you’ve really captured something meaningful or just another trivial picture?
By Shivam 7 months ago in Photography
It takes far more than still hands and minds for Still-life photography
It is by far one of the easiest things in the world. Or at least it seems so to the naïve eyes. After all, what does it have? A bunch of inanimate objects captured from a bunch of angles. Right? Well, not quite. In reality, still-life photography is an art form that requires far more than just steady hands and a calm mind. One must have a creative vision guided by technical skills and attention to detail. Ignore any of these and you’ll soon find ghostly stillness and silence in your photography career. Let’s capture a few whys and hows of it.
By Shivam 7 months ago in Photography
The great ordeal of turning photography passion into a profession
It feels so unnatural. You grow up watching great photographers. You get aspired by the beauties they bring to the world. And one day, one of your pictures gets published in global magazines. But as pleasing as it seems, becoming a professional in the field of photography is not an easy air.
By Shivam 7 months ago in Photography
Fear of failure stopping you from hitting home runs?
It is never a good feeling. You go to the field to perform. You take the bat. And as you take the stance, your mind gets fogged up in fear. The things that it had learned, the shots that it had excelled, it remembers no more. And this doesn’t impact sports alone. We have all been there at some point in our lives. We want to achieve something, but the fear of failure holds us back. Whether it's playing a game or participating in a competition, the fear of failure can be crippling. It stops you from achieving what you are capable of. So, how do we deal with it?
By Shivam 7 months ago in Unbalanced