From Failure to Focal Point: Anest Putra's Unlikely Photography Career, E026

11/26/23 • 60 min

Could you imagine turning a business failure into an unexpected career in photography? That's the incredible story of our guest, Anest Putra, a Jakarta-based portrait photographer whose journey into the realm of photography started as a way to settle a troubled business investment. Anest isn’t just passionate about the art of photography but also values deeply the human connection it brings, often spending significant time with his subjects, understanding them before capturing their essence.
Navigating the professional sphere of photography in Jakarta, Anest's strategy for booking studio sessions, balancing a robust social media presence while honing his craft, and the pressure to constantly churn out quality content makes for a fascinating exploration into the life of a professional photographer in Indonesia. We discuss the fine line between being an artist and photographer, the struggle of balancing art and commercial work, and the importance of delegation in achieving business success. In the latter part of this episode, we also dive into the concept of success, happiness, and inspiration.
Thank you to Anest for digging deep and braving the world of English-speaking podcasts, it was a pleasure to have him on.
Find his digital platforms with the links below:
Instagram: @bejanawaktu
Website:https://campsite.bio/bejanawaktu
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The MOOD Podcast - From Failure to Focal Point: Anest Putra's Unlikely Photography Career, E026

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Enes Putra is an Indonesian born portrait photographer Living in Jakarta . He has experimented with many styles of portrait photography and continues to evolve and forge his way through the challenging world of freelance photography .

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His Genesis story fascinated me how he fell into photography through no deliberate or initial passion and how