World Photography Day observed
Staff Reporter :
World Photography Day also known as World Photo Day, is celebrated on August 19 across the globe. The Day celebrates the art, craft, science, and history of photography.
The day also encourages photographers from around the globe to share a single photo that encapsulates their world. The whole idea behind the day is to hold discussions about photography and encourage those who want to pursue photography as a hobby or career.
At the same time, on this day the pioneers who inspired others to take up this skill are remembered for their contribution.
The first World Photography Day was held on August 19, 2010. It was on this date that nearly 270 photographers shared their pictures in a global online gallery. People from over 100 countries visited the online gallery.
This event marked the first official World Photography Day. The day is observed on August 19th as it’s the date in 1839 that the government in France purchased the patent for the Daguerreotype process. The French government called the invention of the Daguerreotype process a free gift to the world.
World Photo Day originates from the invention of the Daguerreotype, a photographic process developed by Frenchmen Louis Daguerre and Joseph Nicephore Niepce in 1837.
Purpose of the day:
World Photography Day to celebrate the art, craft, science, and history of photography. The day also encourages photographers from around the globe to share a single photo that encapsulates their world. The day honours this invention and celebrates photography as a medium that has evolved over centuries, influencing art, science, journalism, and personal expression.
It serves as a global platform for photographers and enthusiasts to come together, share their passion, showcase their work, and promote the appreciation of photography worldwide.
The day encourages us all, irrespective of skill or experience, to take and share photographs. Post your best photo on the day to show off your photographic skills and to draw more attention to the art of photography.
