‘Still pictures are not still’… Fore-seeing the effect of visual images
‘Still pictures are not still…’ said Mahasweta Devi. She consistently used the words stheer chitro (exact translation - ‘still images’). ...
Now, more than half a year after Bangladesh rose up in people’s revolt, we’ve realised a transformative possibility that resonates with the phonetic sound of ‘Re’. ‘Re’ symbolises collective imagination and the revival of dormant hopes. We envision ‘rebuilding’ when disruptions signal new beginnings. We also imagine ‘regeneration’ of a primordial future world, environmental healing, and rejuvenation. More so, in response to human disturbances, we aim to restore damaged ecosystems, increase biodiversity, and enhance nature’s ‘resilience’, and to remain defiant in the face of adversity. The eleventh edition ‘re-imagines’ the euphony of ‘Re’.
"…the first of a regular biennale, one that has become one of the highlights of the Asian calendar."
Only 24 days to go until the grand inauguration of one of South Asia’s most exciting photography festivals. Chobi Mela XI will open on January 16, 2026, and run until January 31, 2026, featuring a vibrant lineup of exhibitions, workshops, presentations, artist talks, and curated tours. This edition is more focused and connected than ever,… Chobi Mela XI is knocking at the door!
‘Still pictures are not still…’ said Mahasweta Devi. She consistently used the words stheer chitro (exact translation - ‘still images’). ...
Rupert Grey, media lawyer, photographer, adventurer, has been at every Chobi Mela since 2004, holding media law jam-sessions in Pathshala, ...
The 2019 edition of Chobi Mela (on the eve of pandemic) premiered a project by Naeem Mohaiemen, “What Was Chobi ...
যমুনার তীরে, একশ বছর আগে জন্ম আমানুল হকের। পথে-প্রান্তরে, নদী-নাওয়ে ঘুরে বাংলার জীবন ও প্রকৃতিকে তিনি পরম মমতায় ক্যামেরায় তুলে ...
ম্যাগনামের প্রখ্যাত আলোকচিত্রী সুজান ম্যাসাইলাস, যার নিকারাগুয়া বিপ্লবের কাজ ইতিহাসের এক অনবদ্য দলিল। কেবল সংবাদ দাতা নন, তিনি মানুষের সাথে ...
ছবিমেলার দশম অধিবেশনে শাহীন দিল রিয়াজের সাথে আলাপচারিতায় উঠে আসে তাঁর তথ্যচিত্র নির্মাণের দর্শন। 'জীবন জলেবেলে' ও 'শিল্প শহর স্বপ্নলোক'-এ ...
Chobi Mela, the first festival of photography in Asia, is one of the most exciting ventures that Drik and Pathshala has initiated. The first Chobi Mela – International Festival of Photography was held in December 2000 – January 2001. It is the most demographically inclusive photo festival in the world and is held every two years in Dhaka.