Ahead
of World Photography Day, five eminent photo journalists as mentors conducted a
series of workshops on the technical aspects of capturing the right image and
creating a photo essay of the same. Lessons were imparted on various techniques
and features like portraits, skylight, landscape and black and white
photography. The students were also acquainted with the working style of photo
journalists. The outcome of 30 photo
essays, clicked and created on the students’ mobiles, were physically displayed
at the Education Department, Triveni Sangam BMC School Building, Curry
Road. The event titled “Exposed:
Newstories Thru’ A Lens”, was attended by chief guests Mr. Raja Tadvi,
Education Officer, BMC Education Department and Ms. Sandhya Doshi, Chairperson,
Education Committee, BMC. Also
appreciating the students’ talent was Mr. Dinkar Pawar, Principal, Art
Department, BMC Education Department.
Chief
guest Ms. Sandhya Doshi, Chairperson, Education Committee, BMC, while
inaugurating the exhibition, said, “Salaam Bombay Foundation’s work is
commendable. It has been 19 years and they have achieved what no other
institution has. We have seen a remarkable and visible difference in BMC
students, especially the art they have created. SBF has polished their students'
skills, especially in photography. They not only clicked the photos but also
collected information regarding it. After seeing today's exhibition, I realized
they have given a lot of attention to detail while clicking these pictures.
Their thoughts and emotions were visible through their photos, and I want to
salute their thoughts. SBF has executed this exhibition beautifully”.
The
webinar on 19th August featured keynote speaker Mr. Dinkar Pawar, Principal,
Art Department, BMC Education Department.
A panel discussion focusing on photo journalism as a career for
resource-challenged youth was the focus among panelists including renowned
photographer Mr. Ritesh Uttamchandani, Ms. Jeroo Mullah, Visiting Faculty of
Sophia Polytechnic, Mumbai, and documentary photographer Mr. Indrajit Khambe,
each one contributing from personal and professional experience. The webinar
was followed by a masterclass by a renowned photo journalist.
Sharing
his experience, Omkar Jadhav, Alumnus, Salaam Bombay Media Academy said, “The
workshops with photojournalists were very enriching. This is the first time I
had exposure to photo journalism as a career. The mentors also spoke to us
about the working style of a photo journalist, on-ground challenges and the
opportunities. My learning has not been compromised due to the lockdown thanks
to SBF”.
Speaking
about the initiative, Ms Rajashree Kadam- Vice President - Projects (Arts &
Media), Salaam Bombay Foundation “Even though Covid-19 has challenged the
organisation of events, knowledge-imparting workshops and seminars. SBF is
committed to creating an environment conducive to learning despite this. Through virtual exhibitions, workshops and a
masterclass like these, we are able to combine both theory with practise and
keep our students engaged. There is no reason for them to lag behind their more
privileged counterparts.”
In
the Media Academy, the underprivileged students from municipal schools are
trained in journalism, photography, print production, digital production and
creative design. This helps them develop soft-skills, writing and interpersonal
skills while improving their confidence and self–image. The Academy also
introduces students to Media related careers, and provides them with the right
platforms to showcase their skills.
During the pandemic, the Media Academy in-class modules were converted into a digital format to suit the requirements of the new normal.
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