Raminder Pal Singh
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Here’s a brief intro about me and my work:
Among my most passionate of interests is photography. My first photos were taken with my father's Chinon SLR film Camera when I was in 4th grade. While I can't even remember the nature of photographs I used to take, I do remember the enjoyment of looking through a pack of just-developed photos.
Over the years I realized that photography is the best way to capture the world and seize a moment to treasure forever! I took many photos with my dad’s camera and even others that I could lay my hands on and the results inspired me to explore this field even more. I was satisfied with the final prints - including plenty of badly composed photos!
But one thing I realized deep down that the world of photography mesmerizes me the most – it’s my own magical world where I continue to explore the magic of light and optics. I am amazed at the new dimensions I explore every time I venture out for a shoot.
With each click I realize that there is so much to learn which seems like a never ending phenomenon and I am happy that it is and hence I don't call myself an expert at it. I started exploring more when I took photography as a professional photojournalist.
Many people make a living at photography, others would like to, and others still are simply happy to have photography as a hobby, but perhaps make a little money at it on the side. Whichever ambition you have, always remember: Photography is more of a lifestyle than it is a labour that one does to earn an income. I never realized when photography as a hobby transpired to photography as a profession.
My job as a photojournalist with European Pressphoto Agency (EPA), (for over fifteen years now) gives me the real thrill and a sense of extreme gratification at the end of the day. I cover major news events for my agency which include, major breaking news, sports, protests, festivals etc.
Though challenging, as one has to capture the essence of the whole event in photographs and convey the right message, this is the field where you cannot afford to miss much, especially a particular, deciding moment. Sometimes, there's only one precise moment which has the potential to convey the whole message and which carries the real 'nectar'.
That is the one shot which makes a particular photograph from that particular event to stand out among the rest and one has to be alert enough to capture it. The photojournalist has to produce results despite all the odds and this is the major factor that gives me the adrenaline rush to 'go for it'.
And for all the hard work that I put in I am rewarded in many ways and one of them is when my work appeared on the covers of TIME and FORBES INDIA Magazines. I have also been fortunate to have my pictures used in various international newspapers like Guardian, The New York Times, The Telegraph and perhaps on top of the list is when my photograph was published on the cover of TIME magazine.
I do feel that the real picture, whether personal or professional, should have the ability to render through imagery and language and inspire viewers to engage, if only momentarily. It should be as appealing to a layman as it is to a professional photographer.
Regarding my favourites, I love street and people photography, photojournalism and I love to shoot sports, though I don't get much opportunity as of now to shoot it. My big opportunities in sports were shooting, 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi and more recently the Asian Games 2018 at Jakarta, Indonesia.
I also have idols whose works I look up to. I am inspired by the works of photographers like Brent Stirton. I'd love to produce the quality work that Brent delivers with all those light setups in the middle of nowhere. James Nachtwey is my favorite in the field of photojournalism.
My motto is - No matter what, keep an open mind, and be willing (and eager) to try anything at least once.
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- JoinedDecember 2005
- OccupationPhotojournalist
- HometownAmritsar
- Current cityAmritsar
- CountryIndia
- Emailsigntwist@yahoo.com
- Websitehttp://www.raminderpal.in/
- Facebookraminderpal
- TwitterRaminder_Pal
- Instagramraminder_pal_singh
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Hi...want to ask you something... I dont know how u did all this.... In short interval of time... but howw......howww Ok.. lets come to point now... How u become so perfect in photography in such a small interval of time ?...:):) I saw ur all pics...really Amazzing...Awesome.... I still remember the day when u … Read more
Hi...want to ask you something... I dont know how u did all this.... In short interval of time... but howw......howww Ok.. lets come to point now... How u become so perfect in photography in such a small interval of time ?...:):) I saw ur all pics...really Amazzing...Awesome.... I still remember the day when u started this new phase of life and also remember ur first Cam.. Really ...you are doing a fantastic job. You have captured different and unique emotions in ur clicks. Child, Young, Old .... u clicked every part of life..( Ghosts left only :) ) May God bless you and ur family. Keep enjoying ur work.
Read lessRaminder, my cousin bro and superb photographer since childhood i guess. Though i was not born that time but i have seen some pics clicked by him when he was too young (do not remember the age), but undoubtedly cannot forget some of those pics, simply awesome. I can definitely say that photography is in his blood as hi… Read more
Raminder, my cousin bro and superb photographer since childhood i guess. Though i was not born that time but i have seen some pics clicked by him when he was too young (do not remember the age), but undoubtedly cannot forget some of those pics, simply awesome. I can definitely say that photography is in his blood as his dad is also a wonderful photographer. He got a great perception to look at life and the same transcends to photos he click. I am fan of potraits he click especially the one he clicked his grandmother, please click my potrait too sometime :-) His cool and calm nature helps him to wait patiently for the shot he is actually looking for, hats off to you for that. Some of his pics those he clicked during some MOHARAM simply give me goose bumps while looking at them. Sometimes i really wonder the way he picks the theme for his click. His sense of using light is really appreciating that adds more beauty to pic. I would like to mention that he learned photography soo quickly as he has been in this profession from long ago. I still remember the days when he jumped into photography, he used to read a lot of stuff on photography and his hand seems to be always on camera trying one thing or another. Its difficult to stop at some point if start writing about him...he is simply great human being and great shot taker who never tire while on coverage...
Read lessAbout three years ago, Raminder Pal Singh spotted me on Flickr, contacted me on my cell phone and what a coincidence, at that moment, I was in a bus and traveling to Amritsar. We met at the Golden Temple and I must say that he is a God sent friend, indeed. It’s a blessing to have friends like Raminder, a person who has… Read more
About three years ago, Raminder Pal Singh spotted me on Flickr, contacted me on my cell phone and what a coincidence, at that moment, I was in a bus and traveling to Amritsar. We met at the Golden Temple and I must say that he is a God sent friend, indeed. It’s a blessing to have friends like Raminder, a person who has passed on so many good things about life and photography, so quietly to me. I am grateful to him and God for this friendship. I have learnt a lot from him. He is a saintly figure at this young age, he has no greed for anything, whatsoever. Usually, I find every photographer has greed for more and more camera equipment. Raminder has never spoken a word about his equipment, he did wonderful professional photography with Nikon D-70 and one basic lens, for EPA. I used to wonder about how he manages his professional assignments with such basic equipment. It’s been a treat to see him managing with his basic kit. I learnt this great thing from Raminder that be contented with whatever one has and work diligently to produce quality work and one will be blessed with the equipment one deserves sooner or later. He is in intelligent man with humble bearing, alert while being on the shoot. I have never seen or heard him cribbing about anything in life; he has no complaints about anything. I have been inspired by his panning shots a lot and started practicing only after I saw his wonderful panning shots. He makes inspires me all the time with his passion for photography and his perception about life. GOD BLESS RAMINDER PAL WITH LOADS OF HAPPINESS AND BECOMES A GREAT PHOTOGRAPHER.
Read lessWell i have never met bhaaji in person but i am a big fan of his photography eyes.... The shots he takes are just mesmerizing and magical.... Sir ji... May God bless you with millions of breath taking shots.... Hopefully will accompany you on a shoot someday......
My Dear Bro, Friend, Dr Saab, and Guru Ji, here is ur Guru Dakshna. There is so much to tell and praise about Raminder and this photography but the only problem I am facing now is that I am really bad in writing something. I know Raminder for a long time and I must say he has come a far ahead in his photography wit… Read more
My Dear Bro, Friend, Dr Saab, and Guru Ji, here is ur Guru Dakshna. There is so much to tell and praise about Raminder and this photography but the only problem I am facing now is that I am really bad in writing something. I know Raminder for a long time and I must say he has come a far ahead in his photography with very less time. He has a very different approach to photography what we all can see from his excellent work. His cool and calm attitude makes his work outstanding. I have seen many of his Golden Temple pictures and every time he is able to shoot something different at the same place. The way he uses the natural night in some of his pictures make those pictures outstanding. I simply love his work, also love working with him. I wish him all the best in future......
Read lessRaminder is an absolutely first class photographer, who goes with his heart when he clicks. He has a modern approach to photography and has somehow never failed to out do himself in every successive shot. He is also very careful to choose just the perfect place, the right light, and has an uncanny ability to make a… Read more
Raminder is an absolutely first class photographer, who goes with his heart when he clicks. He has a modern approach to photography and has somehow never failed to out do himself in every successive shot. He is also very careful to choose just the perfect place, the right light, and has an uncanny ability to make a picture out of any simple scene. It wouldn’t be wrong I say that this guy is blessed with a “third eye” called “photographic eye”! Since he is my friend for so many years now, I feel that his charismatic personality matches with his amazing technical skill, and immaculate attention to details, which make his pictures really special. Be it that Manipuri woman who was dressed in gold and black attire or his several pictures of Golden temple that give you a glimpse of this historic landmark in every new way, Raminder never fails to capture something new each time in his pic. His passion for photography is overwhelming, as is his talent. I am waiting for the day when he takes out time from his busy schedule to do my portfolio! :---)
Read lessI love the way Raminder treats his subjects....from creating light and shadows , effects, to composing and capturing the mood..every thing is simply superb.
Love his photography. Simple yet touching. Wish him all the best,
superb photographer. always a joy viewing his images. .
""Wow-what a wonderful surprise! Raminder's photos are like a travel adventure. The shots are are very unique-one minute you are in a the very dark contrast that shadows his portraits and the next minute your in a bright beautiful space I think the site is more like a photo journey. It is one I have enjoyed taking and… Read more
""Wow-what a wonderful surprise! Raminder's photos are like a travel adventure. The shots are are very unique-one minute you are in a the very dark contrast that shadows his portraits and the next minute your in a bright beautiful space I think the site is more like a photo journey. It is one I have enjoyed taking and will continue to come back for the ride. A super image trip!""
Read lessEver since I saw the first picture in Raminder's collection, I have become his fan. Capt Suresh introduced his photostream to me. With minimal equipment, he produces some outstanding pictures. His kee eye for photo ops around him and sense of timing are his greatest strengths.