I collect the essence of life—gems abundant in every walk. Photography for me is the saga of the union of the centre and the margin.
Everyone has a first memory. For me, it is looking at a boy with a bag full of books. I was obsessed with the idea of seeking... of those Golden Years when I was a silent observer.
The joyous journey came to an end. Mother fell sick. The burden of taking care fell on me. Bogged me down. A massive financial crunch led me to a dingy hotel room in Patna.
I tried to pursue education in trickles, struggling just to complete high school. Sent to stay with my Uncle, the endless typing chores tired me to death, but forged an unbreakable discipline.
Taking a job as a computer operator in the forest department changed everything. These events had a lasting impact, placing the knowledge of the internet directly at my fingertips.
Buying a digital camera initially to further my job in 3D modeling shifted my trajectory entirely. Posting photographs and receiving responses from around the globe proved that the littlest of things were profoundly special.
A message from Eva Brylski defining my work as "Commonplace photography with a tinge of uniqueness" sparked a search for future prospects. It brought pure happiness. I never looked back.
The overarching vision became clear: showcasing pictures on print, resting physically in people's hands. Launching Pictogram was a realization of that dream, followed by a major milestone when Audi made me their brand ambassador.