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SUMMARY:YPS Street Photowalk to Chitra Santhe 2026
DESCRIPTION:YPS Street Photography Team presents its 1st Street Walk of 2026 to Chitra Santhe. Chitra Santhe is the annual art exhibition by Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath. It gives you an opportunity to do Street Images\, Portraits and life scenes\, patterns\, colors\, symmetry and much more. Participation: Open to all Members. No Registration. Join the Street Photography WhatsApp Group for More Info Assembly Time: 7:00 AM Location: Umesh Dosa point\, Sheshadripuram OPEN HOUSE – Picture Review Session: February 14\, 2026 @ YPS HallPublication in Dṛṣṭi: Members’ pictures taken during the Chitra Santhe Walk will be published in the YPS Journal. Details for submission as given below Specifications for Submission:No. of Pictures: 2 only\n\nSize 1920 on the long side\n\nWithin 2 MB\n\nFile names should be Title_Your Name\n\nNo water marks or borders\n\nLast Day for Submission: Jan 24th\n\nMail to:\n\npmkakade@gmail.com\n\ndrsti+santhe@ypsbengaluru.comLead: Kishan HarwalkarAbout Chitra Sante Chitra Santhe\, Bengaluru’s grand celebration of art on the streets\, is a living canvas waiting to be explored through the photographer’s lens. Once a year\, the quiet stretch of Kumara Krupa Road awakens in a burst of color\, creativity\, and human connection. Artists line the sidewalks with works that speak of emotion\, struggle\, and imagination\, while the crowd itself becomes part of the art—each face\, gesture\, and conversation a frame within the unfolding story of the city’s creative heartbeat. For street photographers\, this is not just an event but a playground of expression—where light dances on paint strokes and life blends seamlessly with art. Join our photo walk to witness and capture this fleeting confluence of artistic energy and street life\, and to see Bengaluru’s vibrant soul through your own lens. \n\n\n\n\n\nWhat to Bring For street photography at Chitra Sante\, simple\, light\, and unobtrusive gear works best in the dense\, busy environment. A compact mirrorless or DSLR body\, or even a capable smartphone\, is usually sufficient\, as the real opportunity lies in how quickly and intuitively you can respond to scenes in the crowd. A fast prime lens in the 28\, 35 or 50 mm range is ideal for working close\, capturing both artists and their environment while remaining discreet without standing too far away. Since the santhe is typically a long walk along Kumara Krupa Road with thousands of visitors and stalls\, carrying one or two small lenses instead of a heavy zoom is recommended. Because you will be on your feet for several hours please also bring\, a comfortable\, lightweight bag\, extra battery\, a couple of memory cards\, a pair of good walking shoes and a lot of positive attitude! Who Can Attend Anyone who feels drawn to stories\, people\, and the quiet poetry of everyday life will find something at Chitra Sante’s street photography walk. This is perfect for beginners who want a gentle\, introduction to shooting in a dynamic\, crowded environment or a experienced photographers who wishes to capture gestures\, and visual rhythms in a space filled with art and emotion. It suits photographers who enjoy observing human interactions\, colours\, and ones who are curious about approaching strangers and building confidence in candid work.  Review Sessions After the Chitra Santhe photo walk\, participants will be invited to a reflective review session during one of the YPS talks in February\, where selected images from the walk will be shared\, discussed\, and constructively critiqued. The focus will be on storytelling\, use of light\, and how effectively each photograph captures the energy and emotion of the santhe. This session will be an open\, supportive space where photographers of all levels can learn from each other’s work\, understand different ways of seeing the same scene\, and take away practical insights to refine their personal street photography style. About : Kishan Harwalkar Kishan Harwalkar\, is a street photography enthusiast and an active member of YPSStreet Photography group. He started his photography journey as a travelphotographer and developed passion for street photography since 2022. Kishanwill guide participants on various aspects of street photography and also assist to capture the good street photographs of the annual event.
URL:https://www.ypsbengaluru.com/event/cspw/
CATEGORIES:YPS Photowalk,YPS Special Interest Group
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SUMMARY:Underwater Photography - genres\, gear\, techniques & more
DESCRIPTION:Presentation by:Mr Vandit KaliaFrom staying for a month at the base of an active volcano\, to diving in the middle of sharks feeding on byproducts from a fish factory\, Vandit Kalia spends a lot of time each year chasing unique underwater images.  In this talk\, he shares some of his favourite images across various genres of underwater photography\,  the techniques/equipment used to achieve those images and how trying to make those images helped him connect more deeply with the magic of the underwater world. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout: Vandit Kalia Diving since 1991 and a scuba instructor since 2001\,  Vandit Kalia is one of the most experienced dive professionals in the country.   A finance MBA from Wharton\, he quit a consulting career in the US and moved to Havelock to start Diveindia\, India’s largest dive center and the pioneer of diving in the Andamans – virtually all the top sites of the region were found by him and his team.     An avid wildlife and nature photographer\, he’s been shooting underwater since 2006\, and is currently on a mission to get behavioural shots of as many shark species as he can – especially hammerheads. Instagram – @vanditkalia  Language: English Request you to join the session 15 minutes prior to check your audio and video functionality. The session starts sharp at 7.00 PM IST How to participate: Click here or visit the below Google Meet Link on the day of the eventGoogle Meet Link:https://meet.google.com/aem-cuwe-epn In case of any issues in connecting to the meeting\, please call us on our official number by clicking here or simply dial: +91 9513-YPS-BLR (+91 9513-977-257) You can also WhatsApp us by clicking here (or on the icon below) or by sending a WhatsApp message on the below-mentioned official number.   Note: Registration is NOT necessary and look forward to seeing you all on Saturday at 7:00 PM IST. Some salient features of YPS Saturday Meets: Open for all photo enthusiasts\n\nHear and be heard – These are interactive sessions and not talk shows\n\nDiscuss and learn from the Presenter and Viewers\n\nOpinions from experts and knowledge from everyone who wants to shareGoogle Meet Self-Disciplines to be followed to make the experience memorable for everyone: Do not interrupt during presentation. Type the questions in the chat box or keep a note of questions and ask them at the end when the moderator opens the floor for questions\n\nKeep your lines muted when not talking or asking questions\n\nKeep your questions and discussions brief and to the point\n\nIf you cannot get the required answer in two discussions\, take them offline with the panel member-YPS Executive Committee
URL:https://www.ypsbengaluru.com/event/uwvk/
CATEGORIES:YPS Meet - Live
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SUMMARY:Stepping Into Salons
DESCRIPTION:YPS Saturday Meet | Salon Participation | Google MeetPresentation and Talk by:Ms Anitha Mysore‘Stepping Into Salons’ is a practical\, no-stress talk for photographers who are new to salons. It’s about more than just the image—it covers how to prepare your work\, present it well\, and understand what salons are really looking for. The focus is on building confidence\, avoiding common slip-ups\, and helping you feel ready to submit your images with pride instead of second-guessing yourself \n\n\n\n\n\n About: Anitha MysoreFrom capturing family moments to exploring every facet of fine art and salon photography\, Anitha Mysore’s journey behind the lens has been one of passion and persistence. A true tech whiz\, she has earned distinctions from most of the world’s leading photographic bodies and has been invited as a jury member for many national and international salons\, respected for her discerning eye. Her own photographic journey has brought her over 9\,000 acceptances and 900 awards\, with her works exhibited in more than 60 countries. Drawn especially to nature\, travel\, and landscapes\, she continues to be fascinated by the art of photography. A proud moment came when three of her photographs from Shravanabelagola were chosen to adorn the domestic transfer corridor of T2 at Kempegowda International Airport\, Bengaluru—a fitting tribute to her creative vision. At YPS\, Anitha currently serves as a Director on the Executive Committee.  As the Interclub Representative of YPS\, Anitha has led the society to remarkable accolades over the last few years. She has also contributed as Salon Secretary or Chairperson in YPS International and National Salons over the last four years\, bringing innovation\, organization\, and steadfast commitment to one of India’s most respected photographic clubs.  Facebook/Instagram/Twitter handles: http://@anithamysoreLanguage: English Request you to join the session 15 minutes prior to check your audio and video functionality. The session starts sharp at 7.00 PM IST How to participate: Click here or visit the below Google Meet Link on the day of the eventGoogle Meet Link:https://meet.google.com/npj-axhk-cbg In case of any issues in connecting to the meeting\, please call us on our official number by clicking here or simply dial: +91 9513-YPS-BLR (+91 9513-977-257) You can also WhatsApp us by clicking here (or on the icon below) or by sending a WhatsApp message on the below-mentioned official number. Note: Registration is NOT necessary and look forward to seeing you all on Saturday at 7:00 PM IST. Some salient features of YPS Saturday Meets: Open for all photo enthusiasts\n\nHear and be heard – These are interactive sessions and not talk shows\n\nDiscuss and learn from the Presenter and Viewers\n\nOpinions from experts and knowledge from everyone who wants to shareGoogle Meet Self-Disciplines to be followed to make the experience memorable for everyone: Do not interrupt during presentation. Type the questions in the chat box or keep a note of questions and ask them at the end when the moderator opens the floor for questions\n\nKeep your lines muted when not talking or asking questions\n\nKeep your questions and discussions brief and to the point\n\nIf you cannot get the required answer in two discussions\, take them offline with the panel member-YPS Executive Committee
URL:https://www.ypsbengaluru.com/event/sis/
CATEGORIES:YPS Meet - Live
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260214T183000
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SUMMARY:YPS Open House: Chitra Santhe 2026 - Image Review
DESCRIPTION:YPS Open House | State Youth Centre | Chitra Santhe 2026 | Picture ReviewWelcome to the next edition of Open House. Let us meet at ‘State Youth Centre’ to discuss your pictures\, clear any doubts and suggest ways to take it to the next level! Submit your pictures for Review –Lead: Kishan HarwalkarSpecifications for Submission:No. of Pictures: 5 only\n\nSize: Within 2 MB\n\nFile name: Title_Your Name\n\nNo water marks or bordersLast Day for Submission: Feb 10thMail your pictures to: kishan.harwalkar+CS2026@gmail.comypsbengaluru+cs2026@gmail.comYPS Open House\, is a free format discussion program aiming to achieve the following objectives: To build stronger bonding\,\n\nTo clarify doubts that have remained in the corner of the mind for too long\,\n\nTo provide guidance on matters relevant to photography\,\n\nTo learn and to sharePlease reach the venue on time
URL:https://www.ypsbengaluru.com/event/ohcs/
LOCATION:State Youth Centre (3rd Floor) State Youth Centre\, Nrupathunga Road Bangalore\, Karnataka 560001 India\, Nrupathunga Road\, KR Circle\,\, Bengaluru\, 560001\, India
CATEGORIES:YPS Hall Meets
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SUMMARY:Seeing Beyond The Obvious
DESCRIPTION:YPS Saturday Meet | Feb 21\, 2026 | Different Perspectives In Photography | Google Meet By: Ashwini Kumar BhatSeeing Beyond the Obvious is a reflective exploration of photography as a way of seeing in a time of visual abundance. Through a personal lens\, the talk considers attention\, repetition\, restraint\, and the quiet evolution that comes from slowing down and looking more deeply at familiar places. It touches on photography not as an act of accumulation\, but as an ongoing process of perception—one shaped by patience\, presence\, and a willingness to engage with the medium beyond immediacy and spectacle  About: Ashwini Kumar Bhat Ashwini Kumar Bhat is a nature and landscape photographer who has been exploring photography as a deeply personal form of expression for almost two decades. His work is guided by emotion and perception rather than spectacle\, often finding meaning in familiar landscapes and natural elements. His images have been featured in national and international books and magazines. He was awarded Photographer of the Year by Nature in Focus in the past. He is a founding member of the photography collectives Creative Nature Photography and Landscape Wizards. He writes occasionally at sumasuta.blogspot.com. https://www.creativenaturephotography.net Blog: https://sumasuta.blogspot.com Language: English Request you to join the session 15 minutes prior to check your audio and video functionality. The session starts sharp at 7.00 PM IST How to participate:Visit the below Google Meet Link on the day of the eventGoogle Meet Link: https://meet.google.com/yns-gxzm-sku In case of any issues in connecting to the meeting\, please call us on our official number by clicking here or simply dial: +91 9513-YPS-BLR (+91 9513-977-257) You can also WhatsApp us by clicking here (or on the icon below) or by sending a WhatsApp message on the below-mentioned official number.   Note: Registration is NOT necessary and look forward to seeing you all on Saturday at 7:00 PM IST. Some salient features of YPS Saturday Meets: Open for all photo enthusiasts\n\nHear and be heard – These are interactive sessions and not talk shows\n\nDiscuss and learn from the Presenter and Viewers\n\nOpinions from experts and knowledge from everyone who wants to shareGoogle Meet Self-Disciplines to be followed to make the experience memorable for everyone: Do not interrupt during presentation. Type the questions in the chat box or keep a note of questions and ask them at the end when the moderator opens the floor for questions\n\nKeep your lines muted when not talking or asking questions\n\nKeep your questions and discussions brief and to the point\n\nIf you cannot get the required answer in two discussions\, take them offline with the panel member-YPS Executive Committee
URL:https://www.ypsbengaluru.com/event/sbo/
CATEGORIES:YPS Meet - Live
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260307T190000
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SUMMARY:GODS AMONGST US
DESCRIPTION:YPS Saturday Meet | Mar 07 | 7:00 PM IST | Cultural Photography Presentation | Google Meet By: Sreeranj SreedharGods Amongst Us is a visual presentation that begins with an introduction to what Theyyam is\, followed by Sreeranj’s photographic journey documenting its many forms over the years. Along with different Theyyam performances\, the work also looks at the moments around the ritual—preparation\, waiting\, devotion\, and quiet pauses that are part of the festival. Through these photographs\, he tries to observe how faith and everyday life exist together. It is about witnessing a living ritual where the divine is not distant\, but present—amongst us \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout: Sreeranj Sreedhar Sreeranj Sreedhar is a street and documentary photographer based in Kerala\, India. His work focuses on documenting everyday life\, culture\, and rituals\, with a long-term interest in traditions such as Theyyam. Alongside his personal projects\, he is a photo mentor who conducts workshops in street photography and documentary photo tours\, guiding photographers to observe\, understand\, and respectfully document cultural spaces Instagram : @sreeranj Website : www.sreeranj.com Language: English Request you to join the session 15 minutes prior to check your audio and video functionality. The session starts sharp at 7.00 PM IST How to participate:Visit the below Google Meet Link on the day of the eventGoogle Meet Link:https://meet.google.com/nbs-ekuw-dbz In case of any issues in connecting to the meeting\, please call us on our official number by clicking here or simply dial: +91 9513-YPS-BLR (+91 9513-977-257) You can also WhatsApp us by clicking here (or on the icon below) or by sending a WhatsApp message on the below-mentioned official number.   Note: Registration is NOT necessary and look forward to seeing you all on Saturday at 7:00 PM IST. Some salient features of YPS Saturday Meets: Open for all photo enthusiasts\n\nHear and be heard – These are interactive sessions and not talk shows\n\nDiscuss and learn from the Presenter and Viewers\n\nOpinions from experts and knowledge from everyone who wants to shareGoogle Meet Self-Disciplines to be followed to make the experience memorable for everyone: Do not interrupt during presentation. Type the questions in the chat box or keep a note of questions and ask them at the end when the moderator opens the floor for questions\n\nKeep your lines muted when not talking or asking questions\n\nKeep your questions and discussions brief and to the point\n\nIf you cannot get the required answer in two discussions\, take them offline with the panel member-YPS Executive Committee
URL:https://www.ypsbengaluru.com/event/gau/
CATEGORIES:YPS Meet - Live
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SUMMARY:A Journey through United States
DESCRIPTION:YPS Saturday Meet | Mar 21\, 2026 | 7:00 PM IST | Travel Photography | Google Meet Presentation by: Raju A KThe presentation is about a remarkable journey by road that covered more than 3500 Kms in about 30 days through the city scapes of NewYork to the Pacific Shores along the legendary west coast Highway One.  Then the adventure turned inland to the glittering city of Vegas and then into the  canyon country of the United States landscapes shaped by time\, light\, and silence.  The vast depths of Grand Canyon National Park\, the towering sandstone cliffs of Zion National Park\, the surreal rock formations of Bryce Canyon National Park\, and the sculpted beauty of Antelope Canyon. These landscapes\, carved over millions of years by the persistent flow of the Colorado River and the forces of nature\, form one of the most dramatic geological theatres on Earth.  This presentation is a glimpse into that journey — a road trip through towering cities\,  time\, light\, and wilderness\, where every sunrise\, every canyon bend\, and every starry night told its own story. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout: Raju A KRaju is heading an American Company\, Endemic Greens pvt ltd as Director\, Head of Operations\, involved in research of Native Plants and Organic plantations to enrich the sanctity of soil and purity of rivers of the Western Ghats. He is also heading a project of creating a Biosphere in the Shola evergreen forest. Prior to this\, he was appointed as ‘The Chief Naturalist’ \, to establish & promote Eco Tourism and to create Biodiversity Registers in Briar Tea Bungalows in Anamalai Tiger Reserve\n\nLittle Earth Group of Boutique Resorts in Nilgiris Biosphere\n\nKurumghad islands of the Arabian sea.Raju has had a good three decades as an advertising photographer from 1992 to 2021.He started photography under the guidance of his Uncle Mr E Hanumantha Rao in the year 1979.With 46 years of serious wildlife photography and innumerable awards in national and international photo competitions\, he has been a YPS member since 1980\, winning awards continuously from 1981 to 1989. He is the winner of the Premier Award at the first YPS International competition 1986. He won the “Nature photographer of the Year 1989” awarded by the Federation of Indian Photography. He is the second Indian to win a BBC award in 1992. He is a avid traveler with stamping of over 16 countries and loves to experiment with lights\, building his own lenses and gadgets. He has photographed close to 800 species of birds\, 50 species of mammals and countless macro works. His professional advertising photography cruise with cars\, watches\, Ariel shots\, products\, industries\, interiors\, Food\, Jewellery and hospitality has left an array of happy and satisfied clients. Website : http://www.rajuak.net/ Language: English Request you to join the session 15 minutes prior to check your audio and video functionality. The session starts sharp at 7.00 PM IST How to participate:Visit the below Google Meet Link on the day of the eventGoogle Meet Link: https://meet.google.com/qwd-atua-ieq In case of any issues in connecting to the meeting\, please call us on our official number by clicking here or simply dial: +91 9513-YPS-BLR (+91 9513-977-257) You can also WhatsApp us by clicking here (or on the icon below) or by sending a WhatsApp message on the below-mentioned official number.   Note: Registration is NOT necessary and look forward to seeing you all on Saturday at 7:00 PM IST. Some salient features of YPS Saturday Meets: Open for all photo enthusiasts\n\nHear and be heard – These are interactive sessions and not talk shows\n\nDiscuss and learn from the Presenter and Viewers\n\nOpinions from experts and knowledge from everyone who wants to shareGoogle Meet Self-Disciplines to be followed to make the experience memorable for everyone: Do not interrupt during presentation. Type the questions in the chat box or keep a note of questions and ask them at the end when the moderator opens the floor for questions\n\nKeep your lines muted when not talking or asking questions\n\nKeep your questions and discussions brief and to the point\n\nIf you cannot get the required answer in two discussions\, take them offline with the panel member-YPS Executive Committee
URL:https://www.ypsbengaluru.com/event/jtus/
CATEGORIES:YPS Meet - Live
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