After graduating Vocational High School, I got inspired by many foreign photographers who created extraordinary works. I started with discovering places and unique views in the city and until now I try to find and capture the best ones. I am still learning every day, practicing and photographing. It helps a lot to share knowledge among other local and foreign photographers; it enhances the skills and together you find more diverse spots and views to photograph.
This is also what I enjoy most; finding cool new spots, creating experiences and gain inspiration. Though I would say that, for me, meeting new friends is the most valuable aspect of photography. And of course it’s a perfect way to immortalize a memory;
However, a picture is not the essential aspect to memorize a moment. For example, I took some shots when I visited Mount Bromo, East java, while it was erupting. It was a very precious moment and I wanted to take as much photos as possible for the client I was with. However, I didn’t focus on the moment itself, on the beauty of the phenomenon. I would love to go back in time and experience it again, balancing taking photos and enjoying the moment through my own eyes, being fully present.
What is also important for me, is that I can help local people improving their welfare by showing tourists the places to visit around here in Java. Posting my photos on my Instagram account contributes a little to this as well. With my edits I try to align the tone in my feed, to enhance the photo by making it distinctive, interesting and wild.
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