Hello Friends! We’re back with the most amazing section here that’s called EXPLORE, in which we bring the most amazing, awesome and talented photographers from all over the globe. We interview them, try to get their insights about photography as an art, get some tips and tricks for you and finally showcase some of their most amazing works with a link to them.

This week, we have Abhinay Omkar with us. He is another person whom I know having a quality called “freaking awesomeness” Jokes apart, Abhi is not only a very good friend of mine, but on the same hand he is an amazing photographer and that you’ll see below. So now it’s time to introduce you to the man himself!

Drum Rolls Please!! Presenting before your, Abhinay Omkar……….

Hi Abhi.. Can you tell us more about you?

Hi there! My name is Abhinay Omkar. I’m from Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh. Currently working as a Software Developer in Bangalore, India. Programming and Photography are my true passions. I like travelling to new places. I started learning photography from 2008 year.

What inspires you to do photography?

Movies are great inspirational for me. Photostreams of my Flickr Contacts are truly inspirational and motivates me to do more. I got my first inspiration from my best friend – Vijay Bandari

When did you decide to become a photographer or fall in love with the world of photography?

Right from the beginning when I started learning photography, I fell in love with it.

Tell us your first camera and the one that you use now

My first camera is my mobile (Nokia N95). I’m currently using Canon EOS 500D, bought it in 2009 that is 10 months back.

Many people say that “If I would be having that million dollar SLR camera, I would also have shot those amazing pics”. What’s your take on that?

In my opinion it’s a wrong assumption. Some people feel shy shooting with the normal point & shoot camera, thinking that they should get a better camera. My suggestion is, they should keep practicing with the camera that they are currently using, keep practice with composing and framing. And they should learn how to play with the light.

So you are a Canon guy. What would you like to say on the never ending Canon vs Nikon debate?

I love photography more than my Camera. Some people start Canon vs Nikon debate just for fun. Both cameras do equally same.

Have you taken any formal training in photography? Do you think it is important to have one?

No. I didn’t take any training in photography. But, I would suggest to attend photography workshops. If you would like to be a full-time photographer I’m sure there are lots of photography courses available.

How do you describe your photographic style?

I try to keep my photos as creative as possible. I follow Rule of third technique in most of my captures.

Who or what would you love to shoot that you haven’t already?

Kerala is one of the most beautiful places in India. I would love to shoot the beautify of Kerala.

How do you feel about digital manipulation and to what extent do you utilize it? Which are your favorite digital manipulation softwares?

Using Digital Manipulation tools is fine as long as the photo looks Natural. I would always try to get the picture right on the camera first to avoid post-processing. For beginners, I would suggest to use post-processing tools sparingly and only if required.
My favorite digital manipulation tool is Adobe Lightroom. It’s just a great software to organize or develop my photos.

Our detectives reported that you are also into web design. How true is that?

Yes, your detective report was right!

Any tips tricks or final words to budding photographers?

Just keep clicking. Get your photos to your computer screen, see how it looks. If you think, you can do better then try again. Practice Practice Practice!
I would suggest to keep watching movies. Movies can be your great source for your knowledge in photography. That’s how I learned. Some movies are inspirational in photography.
I would also suggest to join any local photography group (Flickr Group) and actively participate in any photowalks of the group, you may learn lot from the them.

PS: You can catch him up on Facebook || Flickr || Twitter