The Ace Aviation Photographer Rajiv Srivastava

The famous saying, “follow your passion, the rest will attend to itself”, fully aligns with the journey of Rajiv Srivastava, who is a top aviation and landscape photographer having a record of capturing India’s 87 airports in his lens and being appreciated by the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi himself. Aviation World Magazine appreciates him for his remarkable feat and publishes this candid interview to present his thoughts among the global reader’s. Excerpts...

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Q: Share with Aviation World reader's about yourself and your passion?

A: My journey is a bit unconventional - I started out as a professional cricketer before transitioning to photography. With over two decades of experience behind the lens, I've had the privilege of exploring various genres.

My photography journey began with street photography and landscapes, which eventually led me to assist Mr. Tarun Vishwa, a renowned fashion photographer. As his first assistant, I worked on several fashion projects, but my true passion soon shifted towards landscapes and aviation.

Over the years, I've had the opportunity to cover a wide range of subjects, including Hotels, Noida Metro, Wildlife, Fashion, Motor Racing (Formula 1), Cricket, Golf, Paragliding and even the Paramotoring Championship in Thailand. I've also ventured into filmmaking, creating documentaries on Aviation, Health, the National Security Guard (NSG), and tourism projects. Additionally, I've worked on artwork projects for prominent organizations such as NATGRID and NSG, as well as for the Noida International Airports office, Adani Airport Lucknow Lounge, Vijayawada Airport, AAl Headquarter.

Aviation photography, in particular, has become a significant part of my work. I find the intersection of technology, architecture, and nature fascinating, and I enjoy capturing the stories that airports and aircraft tell. Through my lens, I aim to showcase the beauty and complexity of the aviation world, and I'm constantly inspired by the ever-changing skies and lighting conditions.

Q: When did you realised that Aviation photography could be the career that really motivates you?