Maham Arooj Mayhem but not too many people call me that lol
15 July 1991
Favorite dish: Birryani
Give us a brief introduction about yourself?
I have a caffeine addiction , am a procrastinator , Music junkie dentist by profession and have a crazy obsession with stars and space
Study background?
I am doing my bachelors in dental surgery from Army medical college
Photography as a passion or just a hobby?
it started off as a hobby and is a passion now
How did you got into photography stuff?
well I was in Qatar and I used to have a digital sony camera I started off by taking pictures with that just to kill time my parents saw I had talent so they decided to buy me a DSLR
Who are your inspirations?
Thomas kettner , Dorothea Lange and Annie Liebovitz
What else are your hobbies except photography?
Videography, Singing and organizing events.
Would you like to have interns with you?
yes
Who is the one person you would like to do or dying to do photo-shoot of?
Jared leto and model Kemp Muhl
Was photography your passion?
not when I started
In which kind of Photography section do you focus/ have more fun like fashion photo-shoots, outdoor shoots or wedding photo-shoots etc.?
fashion photo shoots and portraits
I like working with indivuals you are hardworking and motivated. Working with magazines and at doha tribecca film festival there was a lot of positive energy I enjoyed the experience
What is important?
1. Good camera 2. Editing skills 3. Good face
Good lighting if your lighting is perfect half the work is done
Let’s get a bit technical which cameras do you use? And it would be really great if you give a short review about it too?
I use Canon 550 D 55mm lense 50mm lens and 18-200mm
Who has been most supportive while you were becoming a Photographer mum or dad?
both
Which,when,where were the best/interesting events you have covered till now?
Doha tribecca film festival in Qatar was the most interesting event i covered so far
One embarrassing and funny moment while you were on your work?
Not one i can remember
What are the other goals you have?
i want to be a successful dentist and plan to open a center for homeless people inshallah one day
Where do you see yourself in next few years?
I see myself practicing dentistry , doing various businesses side by side travelling and photographing different places
Any message for your fans?
Photography is a form of art buying a DSLR does not make anyone a photographer. It takes time and practice to find that photographer inside you. As one of my favorite photographers said “Photography takes an instant out of time, altering life by holding it still.” Dorothea Lange
Take the camera you have and have fun by showing people the world through Your lens The possibilities are endless This is the first time ive checked out your website and i might say im Impressed keep up the good work