What: Photography is a form of art that has been fascinating mankind right since the invention of camera. Photography is closely associated with the freedom of expression that may be considered as one of the best rights bestowed upon us by the law makers across the globe. Here we are going to discuss how Photography is different from other arts and why it gives us inner contentment like no other.

In order to pursue photography as a hobby, first of all, it is quite imperative for you to learn some of the techniques and skills that are very closely associated with it. What you need is just a moderate camera like most of the people are having in their mobile phone also these days. After camera, comes the point of the way you should go ahead. You have to familiarize yourself with topic or the branch of photography that interests you most. It is both advisable and recommended so that you can understand the topic you want to start clicking for.

Like any career in photography, the wildlife section too offers a non-predictable pay to professionals. At the beginner’s level, one can expect a salary of Rs. 5,000-10,000 a month, depending completely upon the ingenuity of the person. Once established, then the sky is the limit for professionals. Popular and reputable wildlife photographers can easily earn pay packets ranging from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 5 lakh a month.

How: Being a host to an assortment of jungles of various atmospheric and weather conditions, India is the dream destination for any wildlife photographer. Professional wildlife photographers generally take assignments from editors of newspapers, magazine, publishing companies, advertising agencies, and government agencies. Most of them prefer to work independently and share their work with various media agencies and wildlife NGOs. Besides, they can also host exhibitions and send their work to photography contests to get their talent identified and recognized in the industry, thereby earning the desired name and fame.

What’s more, photographs clicked by them can be used for designing cards and calendars or for launching brands related to them. Wildlife photographers can re-license photos to editors and exhibit pictures in museums as well. Other exciting and productive options include selling related retail products and running photographic workshops.

Where: Though regular courses in wildlife photography are not offered widely in India, but aspirants willing to make a career in this field of photography can pursue any level programs in photography or pursue a Bachelor’s degree course in photojournalism. A large number of good institutes conduct part-time as well as full-time Degree/Diploma/Certificate courses. Along with sharp vision, manual dexterity, artistic ability, flexibility, perseverance, loads of patience, concentration, and self-discipline, budding wildlife photographers are advised to complete a photography course before plunging into this specialization.

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