Hailing from India, Raj's fascination with photography ignited during his early years, a passion that simmered beneath until the opportune moment.
His dream of becoming a photographer was momentarily deferred by financial constraints that postponed camera and film acquisition, only fully surfacing post his medical education. Yet, the demands of a medical career postponed dedicated pursuit until retirement.
Self-guided with the aid of photography workshops, Raj's journey as a photographer has been an ever-evolving one. The world's inherent beauty serves as his wellspring of inspiration, whether capturing sweeping vistas or the minutiae of a subject. Through his lens, Raj seizes the interplay of light, color, texture, and detail, distilling them into narratives that resonate with others, offering a contemplative pause to appreciate the stories woven into our surroundings.
Professional Affiliations
Member Professional Photographers of America (PPA)
Member American Society of Photographers (ASP)
Member Oregon Professional Photographers Association (OPPA)
Awards & Degrees
Master of Photography (MPhotog-PPA)
Fellow of Photography (FP-OPPA)
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP-PPA)
Numerous awards from OPPA including Photographer of the Year 2020
Numerous images published in PPA Loan Collection