Why I love beaches...

I love beaches. I like watching the waves, and having most of the background noise muffled by the crashing waves. I hate loudness, and this mutes everything.

Sometimes it's good to sit back and take in nature. To look at the birds, listen to their singing, go hiking, camping and jogging and running, playing games and sometimes walking along the beach; being alone with the great outdoors.

I walked to one of the city's beach and sat down. The city's weather was cloudy and seemed like it would drizzle anytime. As I sat facing the beach, I indulged in experiencing the cold breeze. I saw two boys playing on the beach. Yes, there will always be Beach Boys.

But, you know that I try to steal the moments. Sometimes, I get up very early in the morning and enjoy a quiet house and cup of tea before the craziness begins. Other times I'll take a quick walk on the beach or streets. And I find peace in a few minutes.

I love things that you don't even need to pay for. Going to the beach and being around five of your friends or just being alone and having a good time means so much more than going. out and spending money. 

It brings out the child in me. 

 

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Things That Photographers Often Hear And They Really Hate To Hear Them!

Cameras, cameras, cameras – everywhere you look these days, someone’s using a camera. With millions of people shooting every day, it can be tempting to suggest that now everyone’s a photographer. Which means that professionals have to endure a peculiar set of beliefs and comments coming at them when they’re hired to do a shoot.

Here's a list of few things that photographers often hear and they really hate to hear them, because if the things that people say to photographers are any indication, we are poorly understood. Sometimes I have to keep from slapping myself in the head after hearing certain remarks that come up again and again. Here’s a few of these gems:

 

  • Are you a professional photographer?


  • Your camera takes really nice pictures?


  • What camera do you have?


  • Canon or Nikon?


  • I am just starting to learn. What camera should I buy as my first?


  • I only need few photos taken, is that cheaper?


  • We don’t have much of a budget!

How many photographers have heard that one? I have, many many times. Once again, you can’t turn most of them down because a job is a job… but 80% of the time you’ll give your price and the usual ‘budget’ conversation will follow.

How many photographers have heard that one? I have, many many times. Once again, you can’t turn most of them down because a job is a job… but 80% of the time you’ll give your price and the usual ‘budget’ conversation will follow.


  • Can you make me look good / thin / amazing?

The answer is yes, I can, but only if you look good / thin / amazing without my camera. As of yet, no company has invented a filter to make someone look beautiful.

The answer is yes, I can, but only if you look good / thin / amazing without my camera. As of yet, no company has invented a filter to make someone look beautiful.


  • Can I have all the original photos from the shoot?


  • You’re living the dream!

I think people are kidding when they say this. I don't have any other job. No fixed income. On one hand, it’s indeed a privilege to work in an industry that emphasizes creativity and art. I end up spending a lot of time on my own. And yes, traveling…

I think people are kidding when they say this. I don't have any other job. No fixed income. On one hand, it’s indeed a privilege to work in an industry that emphasizes creativity and art. I end up spending a lot of time on my own. And yes, traveling to interesting locales is sometimes part of the bargain. It’s a hard job, and a fun job, but no less demanding than any other. It's scary. It’s not all glamorous and shiny and easy… no, it’s messy and muddy and cold and shit. 


This list is far from being complete, so if there are any questions you are sick of, please share them with us in the comments!

Come... Fall in Love with Mumbai!

Many have written stories, made documentaries and movies on Mumbai! Certainly there is something about this city that drive us to praise the beauty and life of Mumbai. This is my version of Mumbai

  • The Gateway of India
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  • Bandra- Worli Sea Link
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
  • The Haji Ali Dargah
  • Ganesh Visarjan : The Immersion Ceremony
  • Marine Drive

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