Category Archives: Pathshala

Chobi Mela VI Looks Forward to Making a Difference

Posted on February 2, 2011 by

Dhaka, Bangladesh. February 2, 2011:  Chobi Mela VI – International Festival of Photography draws to a close on a high note after a two weeks long showcasing of creative talent in 29 print and 31 digital exhibitions.  The last day … Continue reading →

Posted in Bangladesh, Chobi Mela, Chobi Mela VI Artists, Chobi Mela VI Press Releases, Chris Riley, Dick Doughty, K M Asad, Laurence Leblanc, Pathshala, Pedro Meyer, Saikat Mojumder, Shahidul Alam | 2 Comments

A little bit of history. …

Posted on January 31, 2011 by

“Is Pathshala, a part of Drik?”  asked one visiting artist at the Chobi Mela Festival evening presentations. That got me thinking that many do not know the history of Drik. … so this post is for ones who don’t know … Continue reading →

Posted in Bangladesh, Chobi Mela, David Burnett, David de Souza, Dhaka, Dick Doughty, Drik Gallery, Laurence Leblanc, Morton Krogvold, Munem Wasif, Pathshala, Shahidul Alam | 3 Comments

Sohrab Hura: An Honest Encounter

Posted on January 30, 2011 by

“So, tell me… how does a Masters in Economics gel with highly acclaimed photography?” Sohrab Hura, now in his late twenties grinned and replied, “I did it for fun. I also wanted a PhD in Economics, but ended up not going for … Continue reading →

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Debasish Shom: Redefining Space

Posted on January 28, 2011 by

To Debasish Shom, photography is the interpretation of a state of mind. He believes the physiological and emotional thoughts of the mind influence images greatly, and photographs act as a medium to unravel and express these thoughts. A Bangladeshi photographer, … Continue reading →

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Munem Wasif: of Expressions and Impressions

Posted on January 28, 2011 by

Munem Wasif broke into an abrupt reverie. A set of forty images were collapsing in front of him creating a nostalgic motion in his mind. Yet he remained perfectly calm. He knew each image through-and-through, he knew all the pieces. … Continue reading →

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