Old Dhaka in Frames
Two parallel photography exhibitions depicting the people and professions of old Dhaka as well as the architectural heritage of Sutrapur area of the older part of Dhaka has begun at a heritage home (Holding no 06) at Hemendra Das Road, Bangla Bazaar, Dhaka on Friday. Jointly organised by Goethe-Institut Bangladesh and Urban Study Group (USG), the exhibitions, titled -- “Puran Dhaka Biographies” by a Berlin-based photographer Guido Werner, and “Gems of Sutrapur” by USG, aim to uphold the value of heritage conservation.
Renowned architect Shamsul Wares inaugurated the exhibitions as chief guest. Human rights activist Khushi Kabir attended the event as special guest while Dr. Kirsten Hackenbroch, Director of Goethe-Institut Bangladesh, and Architect Taimur Islam, CEO, USG, were also present at the inaugural ceremony.
In February 2017, Guido Werner visited Dhaka for a photography project on old Dhaka's inhabitants. During his visit, he photographed people from different walks of life who were also interviewed by USG volunteers. The exhibition features portraits of 15 individuals along with their biographies based on the interviews.
“Gems of Sutrapur” showcases the potential of heritage conservation in old Dhaka by exhibiting photographs and urban designs around Sutrapur area. The exhibitions, opening from 12 Noon to 9pm, will conclude today.
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