By Tricitynews Reporter
Chandigarh 12th June:- Photography is a splendid blend of
engineering and artistic skill while photojournalism is mix of both and
athleticism”, described by Rajneesh Katyal, a renowned photographer while
addressing the like-mindeds at a seminar cum workshop organized by
Photojournalists Welfare Association at Punjab University today.
Rajneesh Katyal said that
the session was well attended by over 70 enthusiasts from media and amateur
world aimed bringing all of them close to this passion and profession. We have
to accept the fact that one of the prime challenge for photojournalist the
medium is shifting from one medium (print) to another (digital) for we as
professionals and aspirants should gear up. But surely photography will never
die rather continue to make its mark. He also demonstrates his work and
briefed the details of his frames.
Another speaker on the
occasion, Vijay Ozo, a veteran photographer of 1970’s informed that photography
has witnessed a drastic change over the year and cost of photography has
come down to be affordable by all. Ozo shared his experiences from film
photography to digital photography.
Earlier Akhilesh Kumar,
President, PJWD briefed the house about the objectives of association which is
span across the reason for the welfare of photojournalist. Sanjay Kurl, General
Secretary expressed the vote of thanks. Association’s members including Manjit
Singh who designed the logo for association were honored during the event.