MY JOURNEY IN BLACK AND WHITE
"Life is all about perspective, so is photography…"
Hi, glad that you took the time to learn a little bit about me and my journey so far!
I am Karthik K Samprathi, based out of Bengaluru, India. My photography journey began in 2010. I have tried to map my philosophy and journey as a photographer in words....
The journey was not of a conventional way of photography, it all started with my keen interest in wildlife. My close friend and confidant Mala Chandrashekar was the main reason for me to start this photographic journey. A core memory of mine in the earlier days will always be the one amidst wildlife. From north to south, east to west our country is home to rich wildlife and bio-diversity, my exposure to these wild beings has been a cornerstone of my journey as a photographer.
I have had the chance to experiment, unlearn and relearn, with the platforms, opportunitues and support that were provided which has helped me grow as a photographer. I am on a mission to transfer the knowledge that I have gained, guiding budding photographers to add more life to the images, creating them rather than just clicking.
Life is sharp!
During my early days of photography, my goal was to replicate the scene as closely as possible, aiming for sharpness in my images. However, I soon discovered that camera lenses have a limited ability to capture what our naked eye perceives.
A subtle shift in perspective can lead to a significant transformation for a photographer, opening doors to the realms of artistic, creative, and fine art photography.
Life is not all that sharp!
As I progressed in my journey as a photographer exploring new ideas, a realm of new thoughts and imagination unfolds. I've come to understand that the content within the frame extends beyond the spectrum of colors alone.
Perhaps, the photographer's purpose goes beyond achieving maximum sharpness and intricate details. This realization led me to venture into unexplored territories, seeking to explore dimensions beyond colors, details, and sharpness.
Life is abstract!
Perceiving subjects through a non-objective lens, allows the removal of inherent context, enabling the conveyance of emotions. This thought helped to start the journey of abstract photography. In this artistic form, there exists a depth beyond my personal perception—it becomes inclusive, inviting a broader range of interpretations as the photograph is presented openly for viewers to engage with
Throughout this beautiful journey, I've found myself contradicting and evolving in perspectives. It has been a spiritual exploration, and I invite you to embark on this journey with me through my creations and the stories I share here.
I specialize in crafting fine art prints tailored for interior decorators, interior architects, and individual and corporate art enthusiasts, as well as for home and office spaces. If you have inquiries about prints, books, or masterclasses, please feel free to reach out to me."
- Karthik K Samprathi
