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1 Photo Dept. N e w s l e t t e r Photo By Maryam Al Balushi In!" "sue: Page 1 Introduction Page 2-3 Outstanding Pics from the Second Year Page 4-9 Workshops, Lectures & Community Events & News Page 10 In the Know & Alumni News Introduction We are happy to publish the third newsletter of the HCT photography department. The newsletter has become a fixture to the department as a source of information for both students and alumni alike, as well as a source of inspiration. We are always pleased to present success stories from our alumni, and highlight the growth of our current students. We also hope that the newsletter is a record of our ongoing effort to Photo By Fayad Al Zajali improve and build upon the quality of education the students within the Photography Department obtain. Higher College of Technology p.1

2 Outstanding Work From Second Year Top Left Photo By Entisar Al- Nabhani Bottom Left Photo By Hafsa Al Rawahi Top Right Photo By Mohammed Al Ajmi Bottom Right Photo By Haytham Al Magrafi Here is some work from the second year students from the second semester. With only 1 semester left, (Portfolio Development) the students have branched out and shown some great growth. Higher College of Technology p.2

3 Outstanding Work From Second Year Top Left Photo B y O m a r A l Hajiri T o p R i g h t P h o t o B y Mohammed Al Ajmi Bottom Left Photo By Ruqaya Al Abdul Salam Bottom Right Photo By Samia Al Zadjali Higher College of Technology p.3

4 Workshop in Action Sports It is our goal to create learning opportunities both in and outside the classroom. Workshops are a great way to get students involved in a more hands-on learning experience. Mr. Darren DeSilva lead a workshop focusing on Action Sports. Part 1 of the workshop was a lecture covering basics of Action Sport Photography. Part 2 of the workshop was a hands on field trip during the Tour of Oman Students were able to experience shooting a high profile event, and practice shooting Action Sports. Photo above By Fayad Al Zadjali Photo to left By Mr. Darren DeSilva All Photos on poster (top left) By Mr. Darren DeSilva p.4

5 Guest Lecture Series Nadia Al Amri Nadia Al Amri presented her work to the HCT Photography department and opened the floor for discussions about her artistic vision, and conceptual photography in Oman. She spoke about her past work, overcoming difficulties as an artists and her future plans. We wish Ms Nadia a colorful future. Nadia Al Amri Nadia Al Amri is a young Omani photographer who has explored many topics through her work. Her images have received acclaim through numerous awards in the region. Nadia has exhibited her work in several group exhibitions as well as two solo exhibitions. She will join us to talk about her personal journey in photography and what her art work means to her. February 27th 9:30am Studio B Event Photos By Mohammed Al Ajmi Photos on Poster By Nadia Al Amri Higher College of Technology p.5

6 Within the Community Graduating Class of 2012 Exhibition The Graduating Exhibition is an important element of an art student s higher education which is a ritual followed by universities around the world. It is an opportunity for them to introduce their work to the public and hear feedback, from the community. It forces them to speak about their work beyond technical and aesthetic qualities, in a critical way as well as take criticism. It is an introduction of themselves and their work to professionals within the advertising, journalism and publication markets. Finally, it is a celebration of their years of studying and the growth they have made as artists. The Photography Department was very pleased to organize the graduating 2012 class exhibition which was titled Visual Stories. The exhibition was held at the Omani Society of Fine Arts, Photography Club, in Azaiba. The exhibition featured the students final projects within the department, as well as work from the lecturers. We look forward to the 2013 graduating class exhibition which we hope to organize next September. Event Photos By Mohammed Al Ajmi Higher College of Technology p.6

7 Within the Community Claude Le-Ahn The HCT Photography Department was given a rare opportunity to meet with renowned French photographer Claude Le-Ahn during her visit to Oman to take part in the Muscat Art Festival. The private showing and Q& A session was hosted by Bait Al Baranda in the Opera Galleria. Event Photos By Mohammed Al Ajmi Thank you to the students, alumni and staff who participated in the 100x100 Charity Exhibition to raise money for the National Cancer Society within Oman. Nearly all of our images sold and it was a great way to show our department s commitment to community involvement. p.7

8 Within the Community Jebel Shams Field Trip The time-lapse portion of Advanced Photography 2 proved again to be a highlight of the course. Students took several trips to Muttrah and 1 trip to Jebel Shams to capture the movement of Oman through the art of time-lapse photography. Congratulations to Hafsa Al Rawahi on being chosen as one of 4 Omani students who will travel to the USA this summer for the intense SUSI media training program organized through the US state department. We know you will do an amazing job in the training course and this will be an opportunity of a lifetime. This is the second year which Photography Department Students have been chosen to participate in the highly competitive program, showing that their hard work is appreciated in professional fields of media. Photos (Right) By Hafsa Al Rawahi Students examine all elements of journalism, including researching, writing, editing, and reporting with particular emphasis on new forms of media. The program underscores the impact of new technologies on journalism, and gives participants new skills such as editing photographs and videos online. Through the internship component of the program, students gain firsthand experience in the field of new media. p.8

9 Congratulations! Photography Dept. Honor List p.9

10 In the Know Up Coming Competitions & Events Epson Pano Awards The Epson International Pano Awards showcases the work of panoramic photographers worldwide and is the largest competition for panoramic photography. Photo District New s The Great Outdoors One of PDN s largest annual contest, the competition has categories for students, professionals and amateurs. For nature and wildlife photographers, this is one of the most important competitions of the year, being judged by top editorial photographers and photo editors. index.shtml Industry Websites From equipment and technical advances, to competitions and new talent, PDN and BJP are great sources for industry info. Photo District News British Journal of Photography Alumni Guest Lecturers Thank you to Ruqaya Al Difaii for visiting the college to talk to the first year students about starting and managing your business in Oman. We hope to organize many Alumni Talks next academic year, to be given to the first year students, or to the entire department. Alumni News Alumni, if you want to mentor a student starting from September 2013, please send an that you would like to do so, and we will assign you a first year student in September. You would need to be dedicated to answering their questions about projects or critiquing their work via . Congratulations to Alumni Aziza Al Balushi, Lamya Al Hashmi, Sameera Al Rawahi, Hanan Al Nabhaany, Zalkha Al Lamki, Emaan Al Saltyand, and Wail Al Ofree (not pictured) on being hired by the Ministry of Communication. Their job titles will be as camera operators for Oman TV. They have a challenging, and exciting career ahead. p.10