Umar Hamid: An passionate photographer and filmmaker from J&K's Srinagar

Umar Hamid, a young 25-year-old photographer and filmmaker based in Srinagar, J&K is making a name with his art, hard work and dedication.

Umar Hamid is a self-taught photographer and filmmaker based in Srinagar, J&K. He owns a production house, FX Studio through which he directs, shoots and produces music videos, short films, TV and social media commercials, and also covers events.

Since 2019, Umar Hamid has carved a niche for himself in the realm of online content in Kashmir. He has written, directed, and shot music videos for various prominent musicians of Kashmir. In this period he has shot 50+ music videos which crossed 30M+ Views on YouTube. Umar Hamid runs a YouTube channel where he posts travel videos. Most of my photographic work can be seen on his Instagram account.

While speaking with AUYK Blogs, he said “There have always been challenges and I try to be strong every time. Covid-19 was a major challenge in my journey as it devastated the whole world and his livelihood and profession as well. I used to spend most of my time with my family, especially with my mom. Many of my bookings were cancelled and to leave home was risky during a pandemic still, I used to go for some music video shoots to keep my mind fresh and my profession alive"

Umar Hamid is being appreciated, shared and loved by his followers on social media.

Umar Hamid says that Kashmir has got talent and that equipment and exposure bar them from rocking the world. “I have seen many beginners shooting the perfect and creative cinematic shots but they are limited, primarily because of the equipment and support. I want to tell them never to lose confidence, keep working, keep learning and keep loving. In filmmaking, all we need is to upgrade and utilize our skills and keep upgrading with new techniques to show our subject to the audience. The more skilful you are, the more you will sell. I believe in learning till death and nobody in the world is a comprehensive cinematographer,” says Umar optimistically.