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’A salute to womanhood through images

In conversation with Tanwir Hasan, third prize winner of Celebrating Life ‘09 Photography contest

Mainul Hassan
Tanwir Hasan, A student of Dhaka Medical College, won third prize at the photography contest of Celebrating Life 2009'. For Tanwir, winning the award is a giant leap in his career as a photographer.
"This is my first award," said Tanwir. "And what a great start! 'Celebrating Life' is a major recognition."
Tanwir is in his final year at DMC. Photography is something he does in his free time.
"Studying at a medical school demands utmost dedication and a lot of one's time. Finding any free time is really difficult, but whenever I manage, I try to focus on photography," the young photographer said.
Tanwir's association with photography began when he was a student of class l8. "I was inspired by my paternal uncle Asif Ahmed," he said. "My uncle is a photographer by hobby. I found his works very fascinating."
"I started taking pictures with my father's camera. My father Dr A.K. Aziz Hasan had a Nikon E10 camera. 1 started with taking photos of my surroundings," Tanwir said.
"As a student of Saint Joseph's High School, I started working with the school's Cultural Forum and Science Club as a photographer. My photos were published regularly in the wall magazines and year books," said Tanwir.
"After my HSC in 2004, I did a basic course on photography from Pathshala to improve my skills. 1 learned about synchronisation of flash, advanced use of lens, different techniques, film development and more; the course proved to be very helpful.
"The first exhibition I participated in was 'TheThird Friendship Art Exhibition-2009', by Chhobir Haat Art Society, at the National Art Gallery. TWo of my photographs were on display there. Next I participated in the 'Framing the 100s' exhibition by Grameen phone."
About Celebrating Life', Tanwir said, "This competition provides a much-needed platform for upcoming photographers. For me, taking part in the contest was a good way of testing my skills and knowledge."
Speaking on his award-winning pho-said, "l«wM>ntograpbs, partrctriariy based on the theme of the contest-- 'Celebrating Womanhood’."
The photograph, titled "Upolobdhi", shows a happy couple; the husband helping his wife with her tip {ornamental dot worn on forehead).
"To me, the theme 'Celebrating Womanhood' directly refers to the freedom of women and true liberty starts from home. A woman must have freedom at home and be valued by her family members -- especially her spouse," Tanwir said.
Talking about his future plans, Tanwir said, "My education will make me a doctor but I will never give up photography. It will always be there alongside my profession."