Brazil signifies how a country full of cultural and ethnic diversity should be in the bucket list of anyone who has wanderlust, a strong innate desire to travel. Sabrina Islam visited beautiful places across Brazil from Iguacu Falls, which is one of the world's largest waterfalls, to the famed Rio carnival festival, capturing its vibrant flamboyant and joyous energy in this exhibition.

"I got my first camera, a disposable one, when I was 14. I have been travelling alone since the age of 18. As I travelled and took photography more seriously, I wanted to share my wanderlust with my friends, share the way I was seeing the world, through my lens," said Sabrina Islam.

A total of 72 photographs were in for display at the exhibition. Sabrina Islam travelled to Brazil in 2019 and visited various parts of the country, in turn capturing moments like marvellous street celebrations in Sao Paulo, the Amazon rainforest, dubbed as 'lungs of the earth,' the serene beauty of a small Portuguese town called Paraty and favelas of Rio de Janeiro and so on. She captured all the moments with a clarity that highlighted different aspects of Brazilian culture.

"My first solo exhibition was in 2018, sharing the experience of witnessing the northern lights in Alaska, the fall colours in the Adirondack Mountains among other things. This exhibition focuses solely on Brazil and its astonishing beauty and diversity," remarked Sabrina Islam.

The exhibition was inaugurated by the ambassador of Brazil in Bangladesh, His Excellency Joao Tabajara Jr. The opening ceremony took place at a serene outdoor setting of Edge Gallery, where guests could experience a natural ambience before venturing into the gallery to witness the exhibition.

"Photography is my passion; I like to take pictures when I travel. I am planning to travel to Africa and Patagonia, so maybe I will get some pictures there! And I very much hope all women, young and old, pursue their dreams be it with photography or anything that expresses their individuality," replied Sabrina Islam when asked about her hopes and future plans.

The exhibition was held at Edge gallery, NE (N) 12, North Avenue, Gulshan 2 from 10 am to 8 pm, on 14 March.

Photo: Sabrina Islam