Mumbai: World Photography Day, which is observed on August 19 every year, is a day to celebrate the magic of cameras and photography. … World Photography Day brings together people who share a passion for photography and also raises awareness about this art form around the world
“Photography is an important medium of storytelling and also the most reliable tool to preserve the past. Or we can say is that it is one of the few mediums which can convey feelings more instantly and effectively than words can. It also serves as a tool of education and information,” said Sandeep Marwah President of Marwah Studios addressing the students of AAFT at Noida Film City online
The day celebrates the art, craft, science, and history of photography. No doubt since the early 19th century, photography has become an important part of life, an ever-increasing medium of personal expression and appreciation for countless people across the world. Keeping in mind the important of photography, we have purposely inducted photography as part of syllabus in every course of AAFT be it undergraduate or masters.” Added Sandeep Marwah.
AAFT has planned series of photography exhibition in the coming months including part of Global Literary Festival, Global Fashion Week, Global Film Festival and Global Festival of Journalism.
