photography
Level up your photography skills—5 YouTube channels to follow now
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.
BUET students secure first prize in international science photo contest
Labiba Islam Salsabil and Abdur Rahman from BUET secured first prizes
10 photogenic places to visit in Asia to blow up your Instagram
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.
#Perspective / Birds of the National Botanical Garden: A photographer’s sanctuary
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 photography tips for all you shutterbugs
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!
#Perspective / Is photo retouching ethical?
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.
#Hobbies / 4 interesting hobbies to help improve yourself
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.
'Life Through Rohingya Eyes' sheds light on life of Rohingya refugees
Documented by 19 bright Rohingya photographers, the exhibition–a joint endeavor of UNHCR and the Bangladesh Liberation War Museum under the Rohingyatographer Collective–tells a tale of oppression, pain, resilience, and hope.
Snapshots of history—Golam Mustafa meets Manzoor Alam Beg
Modhurimay Alap (Swapno ‘71, 2023) transcribes two days of conversations with the late Golam Mustafa, first Director of Photography of Bangladesh Television.
Open call for ‘Celebrating Democracy Through Photography’
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.
SA Helal selected for Joop Swart Masterclass
Bangladeshi photographer Samsul Alam Helal has been selected for the prestigious international platform for young photographers, Joop Swart Masterclass 2016.
AP, Reuters, New York Times among 2016 Pulitzer Prize winners
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.
Celebrating our heritage
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.
Delhi Photo Festival 2015
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).
The dangerous art of the ultimate selfie
If 2014 is the year of the selfie, then 2015 took the art of self-photography to a new and dangerous level.
Shooting with the stars
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.
Photography Exhibition on Tajuddin's birth anniversary
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.
Photography against communalism
The Alliance for Mitigating Racism Altogether (AMRA) is holding a weeklong photography exhibition to mark its second anniversary, and to celebrate the International Day for Elimination of Racism on March 21.
Sarker Protick bring home World Press Photo Award
Bangladeshi photographer Sarker Protick won an award at the 58th World Press Photo Contest for the year 2014, announced earlier this week.