GS&NS: Nature seems to be a big source of inspiration for you, as well as capturing Pakistan’s natural beauty. Why is photographing Pakistan’s natural world important to you?
Sehar: I admire nature as it has no boundaries and no limitations. It is in control of no one but one almighty God. As I live in Pakistan, therefore I photograph the natural beauty of my country. However, I don’t limit myself by especially going out to a mountainous area or a beach to capture it. Rather I look deeply and observe the little things which exist around us that we take for granted. It can be a tiny raindrop, sunrays sifting through the leaves, an ant carrying a piece of bread, an eagle flying or a beautiful sunset. I just capture that particular moment right away and appreciate the beauty. My aim of photography is to praise the perfection it entails. I wish to explore natural beauty of other countries too if luck provides me a chance.
GS&NS: What advice would you give to emerging artists? Another way to think about it: what advice would you give to someone just starting out?
Sehar: I would like to advise all those who are starting out in this field to capture anything and everything anywhere. Do not search for a unique aspect of nature rather observe which thing attracts your eye to it and capture it right away. Gradually you will start to think in a different way. Love everything: rain, sunshine, sand, wind, flowers and else. Think beautiful and feel beautiful.
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