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Kishore Kumar M (born March 31, 1972) is an Indian photographer and trainer with over 26 years of experience in the industry. He is the Director of the Trivandrum Institute of Photography and a member of various professional photography organizations, including the India International Photography Council and the Federation of Indian Photography.

Career
Kishore Kumar began his career in 1995 as a photography instructor at the Southern Film Institute, where he taught for seven years. He later worked as an advertising photographer for leading dailies and magazines abroad. Kishore Kumar is known for his expertise in photography and videography and has conducted workshops at INFOSYS and served as faculty at the PMS College of Dental Science and Research in Trivandrum. He is passionate about teaching and has contributed significantly to the field of photography education.

Awards and Achievements
Kishore Kumar has received 27 awards for his outstanding contributions to photography. Some of his notable achievements include:


 * 1st Place in the 21st National Photo competition 2008, held by Photo Division, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India. (There were 2206 entries from all over India)
 * 1st Prize in All Indian Photography Competition held by Tourism Department, Govt. of Kerala.
 * 3rd Prize in Photography competition held by Farm Information Bureau, Govt. of Kerala.
 * 2nd Place in Photography competition held by Forest Department Govt. of Kerala.
 * Second prize in Photography competition held by AITUC 30th Annual meeting.
 * 2nd prize in Photo competition held by Vincent Memorial Photography club.
 * 1st Place in Photography competition held by A.K.P.A.
 * Consolation prize in photography competition held by science & technology, Government of India.
 * Consolation prize in photography competition held by F.I.P.
 * Consolation prize in photography competition held by ANNAM Govt. of India.
 * Consolation prize in XII National photo competition 1999 held by photo division Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Govt. of India.
 * Consolation prize in Photography competition held by Forest department, Govt. of India.
 * Consolation prize in "Kids of Asia" Photographic competition held by Konica Asia corporation, Japan in 2002 and 2003.
 * Consolation prize in photography competition held by Farm Information Bureau, Govt. of Kerala.
 * Consolation prize in Kerala State photography competition held by Govt. of Kerala.
 * Second prize in photography competition held by A.K.P.A.
 * Consolation prize in photography competition on environment day celebration, Govt. of Kerala.
 * Second prize in Videography competition held by A.K.P.A.

Memberships in Professional Bodies
Kishore Kumar is an esteemed member of the following professional photography organizations:


 * India International Photography Council, New Delhi.
 * Federation of Indian Photography, Kolkata.
 * Photography Society of Kerala, Trivandrum.
 * All Kerala Photographers Association, Ernakulam.

Workshops and Conventions Attended
Kishore Kumar has actively participated in various workshops and conventions, enhancing his skills and knowledge in photography. Some of the notable ones include:


 * Portriat Photography Workshop by Mr. Hari Mahidhar in December 1997.
 * "Light Magic" Lighting Photography Workshop by Mr. Shiresh in October 1996.
 * Photography Workshop conducted by Mr. Prabath Kathuria in 2003.
 * Convention at Jaipur by Federation of Indian Photography in 1999 and 2000.
 * Photography - General & Dental Perspective at PMS College of Dental Science and Research.

Workshops Conducted and Judged
Kishore Kumar has contributed to the photography community by conducting workshops and judging various competitions. Some of his notable involvements include:


 * Lighting Workshop for Photographer Videographer Association, Marthandam, Tamil Nadu.
 * Judged Spot Photography competition at Kerala University in 2022.
 * Judged four photography competitions for AKPA.
 * Judged photo contest held by Photographer Videographer Association, Marthandam.

Associations
Kishore Kumar's work has been associated with various organizations and institutions, including:


 * Sampadayam (Financial Magazine) of Malayala Manorama Group.
 * Kanyaka Magazine of Mangalam Group.
 * Amritha Television.
 * Jeevan Television.
 * Tourism Department.
 * Rotary Club and Lions Club of Trivandrum.
 * ISKON, Bangalore in 2006.
 * C-Dit, shooting 360-degree angle of a model for making Hologram.
 * International Film Festival of Kerala - 2004, 2005.
 * Forest Department, to study the flora and fauna of Agasthaya Vanam Biological National Park in 1999.

Personal Details

 * Date of Birth: March 31, 1972
 * Gender: Male
 * Nationality: Indian
 * Civil Status: Married