They say the only constant in life is change, but for me, two things have always remained: dogs and photography. These passions have shaped me, guiding my journey in ways I never could have imagined.
It all began when I was just four years old, holding my first camera—a gift from my dad, a hobbyist photographer who shared his love of the art with me. He was my first teacher, patiently explaining aperture and composition whenever he could. By the age of nine, I had joined a photography club, spending countless hours in the darkroom, learning how to develop photos. There was something magical about watching an image slowly appear on paper, and I could have stayed in that dimly lit room all day, every day.
Throughout my school and university years, I was rarely without a camera in hand. My first black-and-white pocket camera captured moments I now treasure—snapshots of childhood and youth that allow me to reminisce about the “good old times.”
When I first visited UK, one of my earliest purchases was a colour pocket Canon camera. I was overjoyed! My love affair with photography continued, fuelled by every new experience and memory I captured.
Over the years, I bought and sold many cameras, always searching for something elusive. I had the passion, the eye, and the desire, but I was never truly satisfied with the results. No matter how many photos I took, I couldn’t quite bring my vision to life.
Then came March 2017—a turning point in my photography journey. I purchased my first DSLR and eagerly booked a workshop called “Dogs in Action.” I was excited, hopeful, and, as it turns out, a little naïve. I thought my natural eye for photography and my passion would be enough. What I hadn’t realised was just how much I had to learn. Photography isn’t as simple as “pressing the button”—it’s an art and a skill that takes time, patience, and practice to master.
That workshop was just the beginning. It opened my eyes to the world of professional photography and the endless opportunities for growth and improvement. From there, I threw myself into learning—joining workshops, enrolling in courses, and becoming a part of photography communities. Each step brought me closer to where I am today, combining my two greatest loves—dogs and photography—into a career that feels like home.
