Today in our most inspiring & popular series 'In The Spotlight', we are sharing about one of the most inspiring & influential travel blogger Shubham Mansingka.
A. I am a full time traveller and professional travel blogger from Rajasthan. My education has no connection at all with my profession, I studied Business Management from a top School in Bombay.
2. Your Photography/Travel experience: Tell us since when you've been taking pictures or started exploring places. When did you start taking photography/Travel seriously?
A. My parents were avid travellers and I had the travel gene imparted from them. I started exploring and clicking photographs when I travelled on my own. My first solo trip was to Ladakh almost a decade ago. It was only in January 2014 though that I realised that I could do this for a living, and took this seriously as a profession.
3. What are your key areas of photography - travel/street/landscape/
wildlife/wedding/portraits/com
A. As an evolving human being and traveller, I used to majorly click landscapes earlier. Now, I maintain a keen interest in street photography as well as portraits of locals. I use Nikon D7000 lens 18-140mm and 35mm. In terms of photography, my biggest achievements have been getting featured by Huffington Post as a top instagram account to follow in India. Some details here : https://travelshoebum.com/
4. What is so special about your city/country and its life/culture? Has photography changed your outlook/vision about your surroundings?
A. With a wealth of diverse experiences in different corners, India is a special country. Photography and travel has enhanced my sense of belonging and has also made me aware that there are unforgettable memories on offer if I go off the beaten path.
5. What are your sources of inspirations? Do you have some favorite photographers/Bloggers? How do you keep yourself motivated? How do you approach people for their pictures?
A. Among the various sources of inspirations are reading accounts of travellers in the book format. I find inspiration in everyday life, in people I meet on the road. Yes, I do have some favourite photographers and bloggers. I really admire Chris Burkard's work and Shivya Nath continues to inspire for doing travel blogging right. When you truly enjoy the work that you do, then motivation comes automatically. I always try and have a conversation with someone before asking them for their picture.
6. What piece of advice do you wish to give to aspiring/budding photographers/bloggers, fans, and readers of the post?
A. With the current interest in blogging, one relevant advice I would want to give aspiring bloggers is to work hard on their passion and remember the fact that 'there are no shortcuts to success.' If you try for long enough, you will eventually find a way to make things work. My best wishes for people who work from the heart.
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