YPS Honorary Members
* updated on Mar 26, 2019Member ID | Date | Name | Distinctions |
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Honorary YPS-01 | Dr. G Thomas | FPSA, FRPS, PSA 4, Hon. FRPS, Hon. FPSA, Hon. EFIAP, Hon. FNPAS, Hon. PSI Founder of Mysore Photographic Society in 1945, he was also the founder of Federation of Indian Photography and was its Secretary for 40 years. He was a judge, a critic, a writer, a lecturer and had practically achieved everything creative in the field of Photography. He was the Continental Representative of FIAP and Hon. Representative of PSA in India. He was awarded Karnataka Rajyothsava Award. He passed away on 17th April 1993. |
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Honorary YPS-02 | Chakravarthy Rajagopal | FRPS, MFIAP, FPSA, Hon. FRPS, Hon. FPSA, Hon. EFIAP, Hon. FICS A most creative photographer in India and is one of the top most in the world. He is the second in the world to be awarded MFIAP, the most prestigious distinction. He retired as a scientist from NAL. He has about 746 International Acceptances, 200 awards and Certificates of Merit to his credit. He has been awarded the Karnataka Lalitha Kala Academy Gowrava Prashasthi and Karnataka Rajyothsava Award. He was also a Continental Representative of FIAP. |
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Honorary YPS-03 | T N A Perumal | FRPS, MFIAP, Hon. FIIPC He began serious Bird Photography durig the early 60s. He has about 1500 acceptances in National and International Salons and has won more than 200 awards and certificates. He has judged many National and International Salons. He is the author / editor of many books on wildlife including the books "Butterflies" and "Encounters in the Forest". He is the recipient of Karnataka Lalitha Kala Academy Award. |
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Honorary YPS-04 | Jan 22,1990 | E Hanumantha Rao | AFIAP A businessman by profession, he started serious wildlife photography in 1957. He has contributed pictures to more than 1400 books and magazines, including the prestigious Life, National Geographic, etc., He received the Karnataka Rajyothsava Award in 1986, Kodak Award for Photographic Excellence in 1987, Karnataka State Environmental Award in 1993 and Karnataka State Lalitha Kala Academy Award in 1997. He is the founder member of Lionism in South India and a Melvin Jones Fellow. |
Honorary YPS-05, LM-004 | Mar 23,1992 | Hebbar M S | AFIAP., Hon.FIP., Hon.YPS., He served as an Engineer in Mico for 25 years and later was running "Hebbar Creations" a creative design and production unit in print media. He has served as the President of YPS for 7 years. He is a very active social worker, serving a disabled children's school. He is also a "Jyothishya Visharadha" and does counselling through astrological science. |
Honorary YPS-06 | 2001 (Tentative) | Dr. D V Rao | AFIAP, ESFIAP, FPSA, Hon. EFIAP A most successful medical practitioner in Doddaballapur Taluk for more than three decades, Dr. D V Rao nourished the hobby of creative photography and literature for over 5 decades. As an accomplished writer, he has penned about 26 books including several famous novels. He has served as the President and Vice President of FIP. He is the recipient of Karnataka Lalitha Kala Academy and Sahitya Academy awards. After an enviable life of achievements, he settled down in his home town Dodderi near Ulavi. |
Honorary YPS-07 | May 6, 2001 | SRINIVASA B | FRPS, MFIAP, Hon. FCS Started creative photography in 1976, he has to his credit more than 550 acceptances, 50 awards and 46 certificates in National Salons and 196 acceptances, 23 Honorable Mentions, 18 awards in International Salons. He has been a judge for FIAP distinctions continuously from 1990. He was also on the panel of jury of many National and International Salons. His printing skill in Black and White as well as in Color has helped nearly 32 photographers in achieving 48 various international distinctions. |
Honorary YPS-08, LM-006 | Satish H | MFIAP,MICS, ARPS, FICS, cMOL, GPA.PESGSPC, Hon.FICS, Hon.YPS, Hon. PESGSPC, Hon. ECPA, Hon.CPE A Rank holder in cinematography, he has won countless awards in National and International Salons. He is the first Indian to get both EFIAP and MFAP in nature color prints. He has contributed pictures to various Newspapers, Calendars and Magazines. He has judged many National and International Awards. |
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Honorary YPS-21, LM-008 | Aug 20, 2016 | SRINIVASA RAO T S | Sri. Srinivasa Rao took to Art of photography as a Hobby early in his life. During 1965 he was inspired by his brother and brother in law to do Bird photography. In YPS, he held the positions of Jt. Secretary and Treasurer during his tenure. His immense dedication and contributions to the holding of YPS All India and International Salons led the way to their success. He was also part of the FIP Convention organized by YPS. He had participated in many National and International Salons and won over 45 acceptances in Nature Prints, 15 acceptances in Slides and a FIP Honorable Mention. In 2001 he started a photography color lab. |
Honorary YPS-22, LM-050 | Aug 20, 2016 | Md. ARFAN ASIF | EFIAP/Silver, EPSA, ARPS, FICS, Hon. FICS, Hon. FSWAN, Hon. EFMPA, Hon. FPSNJ, Hon. BPP Md. Arfan Asif’s hidden interest towards photography grew since school days in Baldwin Boys High School in Bengaluru. He was inspired by the doyens of photography in the city in particular, Late Dr. G. Thomas, Late C. Rajagopal, Late TE D’Aguiar, Late E. Hanumantha Rao and Late B.S. Sundaram. His photographs have been exhibited in salons spread over 40 countries and won 275 plus awards in National and International photography salons and contests. To contribute towards the propagation of the art of photography in Karnataka, he instituted the Askary Awards in 1997 exclusively for recognizing youth in Karnataka. Askary Award is presented in August each year. With the recent creation of the Dubai Chapter of the Royal Photographic Society, UK, he was appointed as its Chapter Organizer. He is also the Country Representative of the Image Colleague Society International, California, USA and the Country Representative of the Photographic Society of New Jersey, USA. He runs Shutter Bugs Creative Forum in Dubai inspiring young photographers to take keen interest in photography and achieve many distinctions and awards. |
Honorary YPS-23 | Aug 20, 2016 | ANANTHA RAJ | Sri. Anantha Raj joined YPS in April 1973 and became the Secretary of YPS in the very next year. His concentrated efforts to strengthen YPS made a big difference and contributed to the strengthening and growth of YPS during his tenure. He was conducting two programs a month and supported by veteran photographers like, Dr. Thomas, E. Hanumantha Rao, Sri. TNA Perumal, Sri. C. Rajagopal and Sri. B.S. Sundaram. It is during his tenure, the first YPS salon was held in 1977. That was a real turning point for YPS. Membership increased. YPS became all the more popular with hosting of YPS International Salon and FIP convention. Even though he had not opted for many awards in photography, he was keenly interested in pictorial photography and made excellent images. He had great association with eminent photographers like Dr. G. Thomas and Sri. T.R. Babu, who was also his guru and mentor. |
Honorary YPS-13, LM-014 | Aug 19, 2017 | ALLAMA PRABHU H N | FRPS, AFIAP, AAPS, AIIPC, ASIIPC, PSA 5 Star Exhibitor (ND), Hon.YPS A B.Sc. Agriculture graduate, he has obtained many honors in the field of photography owing to his exceptional photographic works spanning over 5 decades. He is undoubtedly one of the stalwarts of India’s outstanding nature photographers. The Royal Photographic Society, Photographic Society of America, Fédération Internationale de l'Art Photographique, Australian Photographic Society are some of the prominent international photographic bodies to confer him with coveted distinctions. He was invited to contribute to the PSA's permanent image collection attributing to his high standing in Who's Who of photography for over 7 consecutive years. He was the chairman of Nature division in IIPC for over 10 years. He is the recipient of the prestigious Karnataka State Rajyothsava Award in 1989. A pioneer in organizing wildlife workshops since 80’s to educate people in conservation of forests and wildlife. He has been on the panel of jury for many national and international salons. He has contributed many photographs and rendered photographic services to the forest department of Karnataka. His works have been published in numerous dailies, magazines, journals and other media. Besides his personal achievements in photography, he has been a provider of quality services in film photography, digital imaging, photo prints, fine art archival prints and related services for photographers globally. |
Honorary YPS-14, LM-010 | Aug 19, 2017 | RAJARAM K S | AFIAP |
Honorary YPS-15, LM-093 | Aug 19, 2017 | PRAVEEN KUMAR H V | MFIAP, FRPS, AICS, Hon. APSG |
Honorary YPS-16, LM-193 | Aug 19, 2017 | MURALI SANTHANAM | |
Honorary YPS-17 | Aug 19, 2018 | SETHURAM G NEGINHAL | |
Honorary YPS-18, LM-084 | Aug 19, 2018 | VISWANATH M | ARPS, AFIAP,FFIP, AICS,AIIPC |
Honorary YPS | Mar 22, 2024 | ADIT AGARWALA | FRPS, EFIAP/p, FAPU, EFIP, Hon.EFMPA, Hon.PESGSPC, GPA.PESGSPC, Hon.Grand Master.TPAS, Hon.Fellow.DCC A retired Central Banker and current President of the Federation of Indian Photography (FIP), he boasts an illustrious career deeply rooted in photography. As an alumnus and honorary lecturer at the Photographic Association of Dum Dum (PAD) in Kolkata, his expertise spans decades, highlighted by his co-authorship of two photographic books and extensive contributions through articles, lectures, and webinars. Beyond PAD, he has played key roles in international photographic conferences, served as a jury member for numerous salons and contests, and initiated groundbreaking initiatives like the Indo-Pakistan DOSTI photo show in Chandigarh. With over 100 medals and prizes to his name, including the prestigious 'Photojournalist of the Year Contest 1989' by PSA, his influence extends globally, recognized by institutions like KKL-BILDERBANK Austria/Germany and the Photographic Society of Pakistan, solidifying his legacy as a pioneering figure in photography. |
Honorary YPS | Mar 22, 2024 | ASHOK KANDIMALLA | With over three decades of experience in film and digital photography, he offers a distinct perspective shaped by his background as an electronics and computer engineer from IIT Madras. His ongoing series, 'Basics of Photography', in 'Smart Photography' magazine since 2009, comprising over 200 articles and equipment reviews, underscores his status as India's foremost freelance writer on photography. He actively nurtures talent through leadership in photographic societies, mentorship, and judging engagements, including serving as President of Telangana Photographic Society and conducting workshops for UNESCO and corporates. Recognized by Lino Manfrotto, Italy, and featured on the Nikon Japan Centenary website, he showcases his artistic flair through exhibitions like 'Monday Morning Hues' at Goethe Zentrum, Hyderabad. Additionally, his series 'Just Grasp It' in the 'Dṛṣṭi' journal continues to enrich the photographic community, epitomizing his lasting influence. |
Honorary YPS | Mar 22, 2024 | Dr BARUN KUMAR SINHA | MFIAP ,ESFIAP, EFIAP/g, GMPSA, AIIPC, ARPS, Hon FIP, Hon FIP (N) His journey in photography began in 1970, intertwining his roles as a practitioner and advocate. As a renowned urologist in Patna, his commitment to the craft led him to found the Photographic Association of Bihar (PhAB) in 1975, later serving as its president from 1985. Within the Federation of Indian Photography (FIP), he held various key positions, including multiple terms as President and, since 2011, as Honorary Secretary General. His global recognition includes prestigious awards such as the MFIAP for his Cheetah series (2010), ESFIAP at the FIAP World Congress in Seoul (2016), and the inaugural MFIP-Nature award (2020), alongside becoming a Grand Master of PSA (2023). His leadership has elevated FIP into a prominent institution, fostering a culture of excellence. His remarkable achievements, in both photography and medicine, stand as a testament to his dedication, leadership, and vision, inspiring countless individuals in their photographic pursuits. |
Honorary YPS, LM-035 | Mar 22, 2024 | HARISH M S | Renowned for his scholarly work in pharmacology, he retired as a Professor from the Government College of Pharmacy in 2006. His journey into photography began in the early 1990s, sparked by his brother's love for capturing moments with a Pentax camera. Introduced to the Youth Photographic Society (YPS) by a postgraduate student in 1993-94, he quickly immersed himself in the art, becoming an active and respected member. Collaborating with esteemed photographers like Shri Satish, Shri Hebbar, and Shri Asif, he organized successful programs and workshops, including foundational photography workshops for YPS members. His dedication to sharing his passion for photography, alongside his scholarly pursuits, has left a lasting impact on both academic and creative communities. |
Honorary YPS, LM-314 | Mar 22, 2024 | LAKSHMINARAYANA BALEPUR | With a Master's in mathematics, he dedicated decades to UCO Bank while nurturing a deep passion for photography. Since 1975, he's been active in the Youth Photographic Society (YPS), collaborating with revered figures like Late Dr. Thomas and Late Shri E Hanumantha Rao. Serving as YPS Treasurer and later President, his leadership saw the successful hosting of the 12th FIP Convention in 1985. This event, inaugurated by Dr. N Bhagwan Das, attracted over 500 delegates and featured the 9th YPS National Salon and an international photo exhibition. His workshops and support inspired countless YPS members to excel in photography. |