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MY JOURNEY IN BLACK AND WHITE

"Life is all about perspective, so is photography…"

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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 in Bengaluru, India. My photography journey began in 2011. ​I have tried to map my philosophy and journey as a photographer in words.

My journey didn’t follow the conventional path. It began with my deep love for wildlife. A close friend, Mala Chandrashekar, played a pivotal role in encouraging me to explore this passion.  India’s rich biodiversity has been the foundation of my growth as a photographer. Here’s a glimpse of how my journey has evolved over time:

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Life is sharp!  

In my early days, my goal was to replicate the scene exactly as it appeared, with a strong focus on sharpness and detail of the subject, such as portraits of birds with accurate colors and blurred backgrounds. Over time, I began to feel uninspired by repetitive frames that looked like postcard images.

​Life is not all that sharp~
Much like life itself, I soon discovered that so-called "perfection" isn’t everything. This realization prompted me to think beyond "precision", opening up a world of artistic and creative possibilities. Combined with my life’s evolving experiences, this shift in perspective inspired me to explore forms of photography that aligned more deeply with my thoughts and creativity, where the core is about the emotions and stories within the frame.

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Life is abstract... 
This shift encouraged me to explore abstract and fine art photography, where feelings and narratives take precedence over technical accuracy. It allowed me to see subjects in a new light, stripping away their usual context and focusing on the emotions they convey—or rather, the emotions I feel or the connection we share. It honed my perspective to visualize my subject not as what it is but as what it evokes, i.e., my subject is not the subject. Today, my work has evolved into a more philosophical form of expression, with a canvas that encompasses everything in nature.

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Over the years, I’ve had the chance to experiment, unlearn, and relearn through various opportunities and support, which have shaped my approach in photography. My dive into black-and-white and analog photography has been an integral part of this journey, allowing me to explore the interplay of light, shadow, and texture further. Throughout this process, my perspectives have evolved and often contradicted themselves, leading to a deeper understanding of photography as a spiritual exploration.

I am fortunate to have received a few prestigious global photography awards, which have been both an honor and a source of inspiration in my creative journey.

I believe that a print brings out the true essence of an image, allowing the vision to come alive in its fullest form. I recently published my first book, Collection 1, featuring a collection of sixty black-and-white photographs, and I continue to work on exciting coffee table book projects. ​I specialize in fine art prints crafted for home and office spaces, as well as for interior decorators, architects, and art collectors.

 

If you’re interested in prints, books, or exclusive on-field workshops, feel free to get in touch at my email mksamprathi(at)gmail.com.

 

- Karthik K Samprathi

EXPRESSING IN BLACK-AND-WHITE

A subtle change in perspective can lead to evolution.
Explore, as I unfold the story of perspective, the black, white, and in-between.

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