Winter fog in Dhaka transforms the city into a cinematic wonderland, turning everyday scenes into Instagram gold. With its soft glow and mystical effect, fog enhances the city’s charm, creating a sense of romanticism and beauty in ordinary moments.
In Bangladesh, over the past few years, photography has evolved remarkably, transforming from a beloved hobby into a thriving profession. For many, what started as casual snapshots has grown into a passion and ultimately careers in visual storytelling. Sheikh Suraiya Rehnuma is one such photographer, carving out her path in the industry.
YouTube has now become a platform that offers countless channels to learn and develop skills. From simple tips and tricks, tutorials, and proper camera settings, to advanced-level colour grading and much more — YouTube has it all for newbies and advanced-level photographers. So, here are 5 YouTube channels to learn and improve your photography skills.
Labiba Islam Salsabil and Abdur Rahman from BUET secured first prizes
If you are someone with a passion for photography, be you a novice or an expert, bring out your camera with you, as we have prepared a list of 10 camera-friendly places to visit in Asia so you can get your dream shots.
The National Botanical Garden in Mirpur is not only a place of beauty and serenity but also an important habitat for a diverse range of bird species. By hosting a diverse number of plants, botanical gardens create microhabitats that support the avian population and for bird enthusiasts and photographers, this place can be a treasure trove.
Winter isn't just about ice cold waters and late wakeups; it's more about foggy mornings and the perfect excuse to wear that stylish sweater you bought on sale. So, how do you capture the essence of Dhaka's winter on your smartphone? Let's dive into the frosty (well, sort of) world of winter photography, smartphone-style!
Occasionally called editing, the proper term for pictures which are tweaked to look a certain way is “retouching.” Photo retouching tools are powerful — they give you a choice to look closer to what you aspire to look like, but more and more people are calling out its ethical dimensions.
The most effective way to develop a hobby is by trying new things. There are plenty of options to choose from. You just need to figure out what fits your interests the most. When we find a side interest that we genuinely appreciate and are energetic about, we become a better version of ourselves. Let’s look at some activities that can help you grow as an individual as well as help you relive stress.
Like every year, World Photography Day has been celebrated across the globe on 19 August. It has been taken up a notch by KrayonMag, which organised a two-week-long photography exhibition, “New Normal Through My Eyes”, from 1 September 2021.
In last week’s column, I mentioned The Decisive Moment, a photographic term for the moment when the subjects of a photograph in motion come together perfectly. The term is applied primarily to a street photograph, where such a moment is snatched from ongoing human activity. The subject(s) of the photograph are in motion, and in one particular instant, the photograph as framed by the viewfinder comes together in perfect geometry, preferably without the knowledge of the subjects. The photographer must click the shutter at this moment.
What actions do you take to bring about positive change in your society? As a young person, there are numerous ways you caAnchorn make an impact, whether you decide to volunteer with a non-governmental organisation, take part in online networking, or contact a member of parliament.
Bangladeshi photographer Samsul Alam Helal has been selected for the prestigious international platform for young photographers, Joop Swart Masterclass 2016.
The Associated Press wins the Pulitzer Prize for public service for reporting on abuse in the seafood industry that helped free 2,000 slave laborers, and Reuters and The New York Times share the breaking news photography award for images of the European refugee crisis.
In a glitzy event attuned to the country's heritage, Standard Chartered Bank and The Daily Star yesterday honoured talents at “Celebrating Life 2015” in the spheres of photography, lyrics and film.
The third edition of the biennial Delhi Photo Festival (DPF) is on in full swing at the sprawling grounds of Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA).
If 2014 is the year of the selfie, then 2015 took the art of self-photography to a new and dangerous level.
Three young men get a different perspective on the city and their own lives by taking photos from the rooftops of Hong Kong’s buildings.
Marking the 90th birth anniversary (July 23) of Tajuddin Ahmed, the first prime minister of the Peoples' Republic of Bangladesh, Gallery 21 has organised a three-day photography exhibition from July 30 to August 1, shedding light on the life sketches of the luminary who led the Liberation War of 1971.
