Profile : A fanatical Photography-lover: Dr. Vikas Verma

"Profile"

A fanatical Photography-lover: Dr. Vikas Verma

Born in Pilibhit (U.P, India), Dr. Vikas Verma did his schooling from Birla Vidya Mandir at Nainital. He spent the golden period of his Life there. During this phase he found himself very much close to nature. His desire to capture nature’s beauty developed during his school-days. As his father has been an art lover, he always motivated him for pursuing photography.

He completed his Intermediate in 1989. Afterwards he took admission in Dr.M.P.K Rajasthan Homoeopathic Medical College Jaipur (Rajasthan University) in 1990 in order to carry out BHMS. He was one of the brightest students of this college and was awarded for his talent many times. After completing his medical course he decided to start his own practice and thus shifted to Bareilly 1998. Presently he is one of the competent medical practitioners of his region. A number of patients suffering from the chronic diseases, skin diseases, stubborn organic disorders and psychiatric disorders have got benefitted of his services.

Dr. Vikas’ childhood-passion for photography could not take shape due to his studies and profession. This was some 5 years back when he decided to begin photography seriously. Once determined, he never looked back.

He loves travelling the places and never fails to carry his camera with him. His family members encourage him for his efforts in the field of art all the time. He consistently takes part in photo-exhibitions and contests. Few of his images have been accepted in reputed photography competitions. He is an active member of India International Photographic Council, Delhi and Photo Vision Society, Bareilly. He acknowledges his father and his friend Mr. Deepak Sharma (A senior IPS officer) for whatever he is able to do in the field of art-photography.

Dr. Vikas works with a Canon 550 D SLR Camera and a 18-135 mm lens. The main subjects of his interest are Landscapes, Small Creatures and Wild life. He believes in new experiments. His son is also a passionate photography-lover and keeps himself busy in clicking nature and human life. Apart from photography, he is fond of music and stage performances.

--Dr. Pankaj Sharma

Learning: Photographing Human Life

Learning

"Photographing Human Life"

Photo-artists have been inclined towards portraying human life since long. This is quite natural as the person behind the camera is also a human being. Photography can portray life more truly than any other medium of art. A good photographer is capable enough to highlight different moods of life, i.e. happiness, zeal, sorrow, tragedy etc. as it is. We can prepare excellent human life shots by following a few points.

Our first aim should be to capture the people in their natural mood. For this purpose we must study their behavior initially. This enables us clicking them in their natural frame of mind.

We have to use a telephoto lens or a long-ranged zoom lens. These lenses help us capturing the activities of the people from a distance and without making them conscious of our presence. The wise use of these lenses can photograph them in their best temper.

If we lack above lenses, we can get better results by using a normal or a short zoom lens as well. While using these lenses we should firstly mix up with the persons whom we are photographing. When we find them friendly with us, we have a correct time to click.

Our photograph should tell some story. A flat documentation of the people gives a feel of monotony. On the other hand a photograph with some activities attracts the viewers at first sight.

We must aim at capturing the people with their surroundings, such as their home, their work place etc. This makes a photograph complete.

Right click at a right moment is an essential factor. We have to be vigilant for an accurate moment in order to obtain an appealing image.

Light always plays a significant role. Soft light of early and late hours of the day is best for achieving good human life shots. One sided sun light of morning and evening adds depth and feel to the image. Against light (light coming from behind the subject) sometimes gives dramatic results, in particular when our subject has a dark background.

---Dr. Pankaj Sharma

Dashboard : Nature’s Magic

"Dashboard"

Nature’s Magic

Friends,

While our journeys, several places leave a profound impact on our heart and soul. Jhandi Dhaar is a kind of place which constantly remains fresh in my memories. This place is situated around 45 Km. away from Almora (Uttarakhand, India). The height of this ridge varies between 6000 ft. to 7000 ft. (approx.). We can observer widespread Himalayan Ranges from this place. Furthermore, Jhandi Dhaar has a particular spot from where we can enjoy the best view of Himalaya and Shivalik Ranges together (around 360 degree). This elevated spot is known as Jhandi Kot. We have to track a few meters to reach this spot. I had an opportunity to visit this place in November-2008. My aim was to capture the mood of mountains during the earliest phase of morning. Thus I, along with my companions, reached this place about a few minutes prior to sun rise. We waited for the right moment patiently. As the rays of the sun peeped out, the whole scenario turned to be dramatic. At one direction the sun-beam and mountain ranges seemed to be extremely fascinating. In addition the natural orange tint added to the beauty of the scene. I involved few branches of a pine tree on the upper right side of the frame (which I fortunately found on that spot). By the grace of God I got such photograph which always delights me.

I used a Nikon D-80 camera with a Nikon 18-135 mm lens. The camera was set at aperture priority mode with f-16. I used a firm tripod as well.

--Dr. Pankaj Sharma

"Events" - Adobe Photoshop Workshop and 1st Indian Himalayan Photography Competition 2011

"Events"

Adobe Photoshop Workshop

and

1st Indian Himalayan Photography Competition 2011

Friends,

There are two important events for photography-lovers. First is Adobe Photoshop Workshop by Mr. Rajendra Prasad (organised by Aditya Institute of Photography, Hyderabad) and the second is 1st Indian Himalayan Photography Competition-2011. The details are given below.

--Dr. Pankaj Sharma

(1)

Adobe Photoshop Workshop by Mr. Rajendra Prasad

(2)

1st Indian Himalayan Photography Competition 2011

Organised by

Central Himalayan Environment Association (CHEA) NAINITAL

in collaboration with

FLORISTS LEAGUE (INDIA) NAINITAL UTTARAKHAND

Schedule

Closing Date : 12th May 2011

Judging : 15th May 2011

Notification : 18th May 2011

Exhibition : 20 to 26 May 2011

Return of Entries : 15th June 2011

Panel of Judges

Mr. Anil Risal Singh, ARPS ,AIIPC,AFIAP ,MFIAP

Mr. Threesh Kapoor , AIIPC

Mr. Anup sah ,AIIPC, IIPC-Diamond

Awards and Certification in Each Section

................... ....Ist Award ---- Rs 15,000 and memento

2nd Award ---- Rs 10,000 and memento

3rd Award ---- Rs 7,000 and memento

Four CERTIFICATES OR MERIT Rs 2,000 Each and certification for all accepted entries

Sections (Prints Colour or Black And White)

(i) Life and traditions of hill states including handicrafts and peoples

(ii) Fairs and festival and dances of the Indian hill states.

Rules and regulations of entry

(i) Each entrant may submit a maximum of 5 prints in each section. The prints should not be smaller than 10 x 12 inches and bigger than 12 x 18 inches.

(ii) Each entry must bear the name and address of the entrant, section, serial number, title of the print in accordance with the entry form should be given on the back of the entry.

(iii) A colour catalogue will be made available to all entrants.

(iv) All prints must be on photographic paper based on photographic image. Prints must be un-mounted.

(v) The entries should be the original work of the entrant.

(vi) Organizers will take every possible care of the photographs but will not be responsible for any loss or damage of the same in transit. Entries will be returned after the exhibition. However, the awarded prints will not be returned and kept with the organisers as a part of record.

(vii) All entries should be suitably packed to avoid the transit damage and sent by registered post or by courier.

(viii) Judging will be done by yes/ no system .the decision of the judges will be final and binding

(ix) The copyright of the photos will remain with the photographer, however, the organisers will have a right for free publishing of the photo(s) in the promotional material and documentation of the event on a non commercial basis.

(x) In all respect submission of the entries implies acceptance of the rules of the exhibition.

(xi) Print out and photocopies of the enclosed Entry Form are acceptable. There will be no entry fee.

The call is being widely circulated to attract quality entries focusing on the eleven Indian Himalayan States and an exhibition will be organised during May20-23, 2011 at Naini Tal during the SMD- IMI and on interest of the public could be extended for longer duration.

For any details please contact:

Anup Sah Mobile +91 9412084513 Email: anupsah@yahoo.co.in Threesh Kapoor Mobile:+ 91 9411108997 Email: threesh.1952@gmail.com Pushkin Phartiyal Mobile: +91 9412085099 Email: cheaindia@gmail.com

All entries with Entry Form should be sent to -

The Secretary,

Central Himalayan Environment Association (CHEA)

06, Waldorf Compound,

Nainital - 263001, Uttarakhand

Phone: 05942 233099

1^ST HILL STATES ALL INDIA PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION 2011

ORGANISED by CHEA, NAINI TAL

----ENTRY FORM----

SECTIONS

1- Life and Traditions of Hill States including Handicrafts and Peoples

No.	TITLE	RESULT
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

2- Fairs and Festival and dances of Hill States.

No.	TITLE	RESULT
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Name of the entrant
Photographic Honors (if any)
Address with Pin code
E-mail and Phone / Mobile

I hereby agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the competition and the entries are my orginal work

Date.................... ...................................................................................Signature.....................

For office use only

Entrant no		Received by	mail / courier/ hand
Notification sent		Return of Entries and Catalogue

"Youth Corner"-- Moving Towards Excellence : Rohit Jat

"Youth Gallery"

Moving Towards Excellence

Rohit Jat

Friends,

Young age is the time to go flashing from one end of the world to the other with new ideas and innovations. This phase of life lays down the foundation of future. Mr. Rohit Jat is an energetic lens-man with a lot of possibilities in his field.

-Dr. Pankaj Sharma

"Mr. Rohit Jat, a 22-year-old photojournalist is presently associated with Hindustan Times City (HT City) Bareilly Edition. Born in village Dayanatpur of District Ghaziabad (U.P, India), Rohit is an art and photography enthusiast with wild life and nature photography been his favorite areas. Still learning the tricks of trade, Rohit is keen on developing all aspects of his Photography. He is pursuing his Bachelors Degree in Journalism from Makhan Lal National University of Journalism and Communication from Bhopal. Prior to working with HT City Rohit was working with I- Next, a Hindi tabloid published from Bareilly. Working as a lens man for both the reputed dailies, he has got hold on page 3 and party photography too. He stared photography in March 2009 and since then he has not looked behind. Making Nikon D 90 his friend he moved with pace towards excellence with eager and hunger to learn more and the learning for him is still continuing."

--Ankit Yadav (Hindustan Times, Bareilly Edition)

Story Behind the Picture : "Hope"

Story Behind the Picture

“HOPE”

Friends,

This time I am before you with one of my favorite photographs, titled “Hope”. It was foggy and wintry morning of 26 January-2009 when I clicked this image in my city (Bareilly,India). I was on the way to my office to attend the India’s Republic Day function. On my way, I observed a poor old man near a temple. He was physically disabled and hence he was sitting on his tri-wheeled rickshaw. He had placed a replica of Indian National Flag on the lever of his vehicle. The most important thing which attracted me deeply was the hopefulness in his eyes. In spite of his physical disability and poverty, the man wore an incomparable optimism and quietness. Moreover, the tea-tumbler in his hands, the bread in his lap, his blanket & scarf and his bag on the right side of rickshaw, altogether seemed to tell a complete story. All through our conversation, the old man remained very polite and kind-hearted. I departed from that place with deep regards for this man in my heart.

I clicked a few frames. This is one of them. I used a Canon Powershot A -580 compact camera.

--Dr. Pankaj Sharma