Fashion photographer Arshal“To me, being a fashion photographer also requires one to think on the lines of a movie director. One needs to pay attention to every minute detail of the frame that one hopes to capture,” said one of Kerala's ace photographer Arshal.
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Hailing from Shornur, Kerala, Arshal has had the opportunity to work with many popular celebrities and his clientele includes the who's who of the business world as well.
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Photography by ArshalThe early days
Photography by ArshalArshal completed his education in Shornur. An alumnus of Pattambi Sanskrit College, he decided to pursue his passion in the photography alongside his regular classes. A B.Com graduate, he has been part of the industry for nearly 14 years.
Photography by Arshal“I was inspired by many great film-makers, including Mani Ratnam. The cinematography showcased in their movies has motivated me time and again,” explains Arshal.
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Alapatt Jewelry advertisement by ArshalA memorable moment
Photography by ArshalArshal has worked on a variety of projects. “I really enjoyed working for Rolls Royce. We had worked on an advertisement shoot for Roll Royce in Muscat. However, the portfolio shoot for the Malayali actress Lena was one such work that had given me utmost satisfaction,” Arshal explains.
Being a fashion photographer
It takes more than the mere skill to click and set the lights for a shoot. Arshal says that it is essential for fashion photographers to look every aspect of the frame. That includes the costumes, the make-up, the posture, the angle etc. “A fashion photographer needs to possess a great sense of fashion in order to be successful,” said Arshal.
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