..For me, photography is not just a hobby, it has become a way of balancing life. I prefer photographing the natural world - spending time outdoors makes me feel close to the roots of life. I feel inspired by scenes that evoke a sense of tranquility and harmony. Often, I am drawn towards the smaller details in the landscape - such as shapes, patterns or a particular colour - and they become the primary subject of my images. I feel I have succeeded with an image, if the viewer can engage with the subject and share at least part of the emotion I felt when I photographed it...more