Meet the Host
Just Another Art Practitioner
Saptarshi Chakraborty
● Multidiscipline Art Practitioner
● Former Official Mentor for Canon India
● Former Official Mentor for Tamron India
● Former HOD, Film & Photography (IIDAA)
● Former Guest Faculty, Graphic Design (WLCI)
● Conducted 100+ workshops with leading organizations
Saptarshi (Rishi/অলীক) is self-taught multidiscipline art practitioner. He is learning Photography as the primary medium of expression over the last 15+ years.
He is conversant and curious practitioner of multiple art forms e.g. Literature, Music, Sculpture, Theatre, Painting and Graphic Design along with Photography. Experiencing life through art has always been the key motivation behind his creative journey.
Apart from being active photographer, his work area further extends to Research and Development of three main areas of Photography –
- Visual Grammar and Learning Process for Photography
- Financial Framework for Independent Photographers
- Photography and Visual Art Appreciation for Viewers
After working as an HR professional in the corporate world for 12 years, he left his job in 2018 and jumped into the role of full time Photography Worker. Since then, Rishi is working with the photographers and communities providing support on Authentic Learning and Effective Viewer Engagement.
About the Show
Open Talk On
Photography
Roll Out
Phototalk began its journey in April 2025. The show hosts series of podcasts by Saptarshi Chakraborty.
The Mission
The portal is dedicated to the service for photography practitioners and enthusiasts. We aim to help you with the necessary knowledge and ways to enhance your skill in photographic medium.
The portal follows a strong thought process on the evolution of photographic language and its current approach in accordance to contemporary art practices.
The Format
The portal uses PODCAST format for all its main contents. All the podcast episodes are supported by text transcript. Additionally, text blog articles are offered for extended help.
