Drik Gallery
‘World Press Photo Exhibition 2024’: A visual journey through global stories in Dhaka
The exhibition grants viewers a glimpse into various social, political, and environmental issues, each photo offering a distinctive perspective. From capturing the journey of migrants to the devastating impacts of climate change, these images transcend mere events, evoking empathy through personal narratives.
Exhibition / Drik reopens its doors to ‘Bangladesh Press Photo Contest 2024’
Neatly curated by veteran ASM Rezaur Rahman, even without a single line of caption on the gallery walls, one could effortlessly relate to the silent yet atmospheric reverberation of the photographs. These images adorning the gallery's walls capture snippets of life in Bangladesh, from recaps of resilience to the messes we've created, depicting lives that go on but also leave questions.
Arundhati Roy's heartfelt message to Drik on recent mass uprising
Indian author and activist Arundhati Roy, renowned for her Booker Prize-winning novel “The God of Small Things”, has shared a heartfelt message for the team at Drik.
Gaza Holocaust and Press Freedom: Drik calls a spade, a spade
The event, inaugurating the photo exhibition "Gaza Holocaust: Killing the Truthtellers", delved deep into the nuances of Western media's portrayal of conflicts, particularly the ongoing genocide in Gaza. Moderated by renowned photojournalist Shahidul Alam, the discussion brought together voices echoing a common sentiment: the West's selective adherence to its proclaimed values.
Speaking up for Palestine
Commencing yesterday at 5 pm, cartoonists and young artists from Dhaka gathered at Drik Gallery with cartoons and installation art, protesting the Israeli occupation and expressing solidarity with the Palestinian people.
Drik honours Dr Zafrullah Chowdhury on 34th founding anniversary
Drik Gallery celebrated its 34th founding anniversary by honouring the extraordinary Dr Zafrullah Chowdhury and his contribution to ensuring equal access to healthcare for all.
A solemn walk through ‘Ten Years After Rana Plaza’
Ismail had been photographing the Rana Plaza disaster and its victims since 2013, having taken breaks in between due to the sheer mental exhaustion that he faced as an onlooker of such a tragedy.
'Ten Years After Rana Plaza' exhibition opens tomorrow at Drik Gallery
The exhibition is designed to encourage deep reflection on the continued efforts required to secure labour rights for garment workers in Bangladesh.
Winners of Bangladesh Press Photo Contest 2023 announced
A panel of judges determine the winning photos across multiple categories, based on their quality of work and documentation.
‘World Press Photo Exhibition 2024’: A visual journey through global stories in Dhaka
The exhibition grants viewers a glimpse into various social, political, and environmental issues, each photo offering a distinctive perspective. From capturing the journey of migrants to the devastating impacts of climate change, these images transcend mere events, evoking empathy through personal narratives.
Drik reopens its doors to ‘Bangladesh Press Photo Contest 2024’
Neatly curated by veteran ASM Rezaur Rahman, even without a single line of caption on the gallery walls, one could effortlessly relate to the silent yet atmospheric reverberation of the photographs. These images adorning the gallery's walls capture snippets of life in Bangladesh, from recaps of resilience to the messes we've created, depicting lives that go on but also leave questions.
Arundhati Roy's heartfelt message to Drik on recent mass uprising
Indian author and activist Arundhati Roy, renowned for her Booker Prize-winning novel “The God of Small Things”, has shared a heartfelt message for the team at Drik.
Gaza Holocaust and Press Freedom: Drik calls a spade, a spade
The event, inaugurating the photo exhibition "Gaza Holocaust: Killing the Truthtellers", delved deep into the nuances of Western media's portrayal of conflicts, particularly the ongoing genocide in Gaza. Moderated by renowned photojournalist Shahidul Alam, the discussion brought together voices echoing a common sentiment: the West's selective adherence to its proclaimed values.
Speaking up for Palestine
Commencing yesterday at 5 pm, cartoonists and young artists from Dhaka gathered at Drik Gallery with cartoons and installation art, protesting the Israeli occupation and expressing solidarity with the Palestinian people.
Drik honours Dr Zafrullah Chowdhury on 34th founding anniversary
Drik Gallery celebrated its 34th founding anniversary by honouring the extraordinary Dr Zafrullah Chowdhury and his contribution to ensuring equal access to healthcare for all.
A solemn walk through ‘Ten Years After Rana Plaza’
Ismail had been photographing the Rana Plaza disaster and its victims since 2013, having taken breaks in between due to the sheer mental exhaustion that he faced as an onlooker of such a tragedy.
'Ten Years After Rana Plaza' exhibition opens tomorrow at Drik Gallery
The exhibition is designed to encourage deep reflection on the continued efforts required to secure labour rights for garment workers in Bangladesh.
Winners of Bangladesh Press Photo Contest 2023 announced
A panel of judges determine the winning photos across multiple categories, based on their quality of work and documentation.
Drik Picture Library, WPP jointly announce 2023 regional winners
Founded by Dutch photographers in 1955, WPP has reached a prestigious benchmark for photographers, photojournalists and documentary photographers worldwide.