Interview with Photographer Shaswata Mukherjee from Howrah
Shaswata Mukherjee
Where are you from?
From a small town ship named Andul in Howrah.
Is photography a passion or do you do it for a living?
It's my passion । And I love it.
What is the one thing you wish you knew when you started taking photos?
Nothing, but just curious about it and someone in a marriage ceremony told me that I am a fabulous photographer.
How did you get good at photography?
By clicking and making sure that the click I am having is under good lightning conditions & more stable & I gather info after receiving some good comments about my passion.
What gear do you use?
Just my mobile phone, an editing app & sometimes a tripod.
Which lens is your favorite? Why?
Potrait lens.
Because its focus is on the subject and helps to click the best.
When you go out to shoot, do you take any essential items other than a camera and lens?
No, I use my mobile camera for photography.
Among the photography gear that you’ve purchased, is there something you wish you hadn’t bought? Why?
Nothing
What are your favorite settings?
Secret!
What kind of tools do you use for post-processing? What’s your workflow like?
I just use 1 or 2 editing app like snappseed। & Mobile default edits.
Out of all your photos, which one is your favorite? Why?
I clicked a flag pic during my darjiling travel that is my favourite.
Whose work has influenced you the most?
Robert Frank & traditional photos I like the most.
Your favorite Camera?
Nikon z5 mirror less.
What camera/device do you use?
Smartphone: Realme7.
Do you often use your mobile camera for photography?
Yes! All the time.
