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04 Homelink MAY 15, 2017 Foundation for Photography under focus Venkat Raman venkat@indiannewslink.co.nz While smartphones have made people instant photographers, it is heartening to see an increasing number of residents in the Waikato region taking up to traditional photography, which has encouraged an internationally acclaimed photographer to establish a Foundation to create a veritable platform for enthusiasts to attain proficiency. Ashok Kochhar, who has been a regular contributor to our Artlink managed by our Assistant Editor Ratna Venkat since its creation in September 2015, believes that photography will thrive as a profession so long as the earth and its beautiful creations exist, both in the wild and in the society. Encouraged by the response that he has received in the wider Waikato region, specifically Hamilton, Rotorua and Cambridge, he is establishing a Foundation to develop a pool of photographers and promote creative photography. Creative Commune “It would be a self-sustaining entity working on the concept of a ‘Creative Commune,’ dedicated to promoting photography as an art and an avenue of expression for all age groups. As a true form of art, the vision of photography Ashok Kochhar at one of his Photography Workshops in Hamilton transcends all human barriers and unleashes them into a world of purity,” he said. Details of the Foundation will appear in these columns shortly. Kochhar is an artist, a visual expert and an esoteric personified. While his images leave the spectators gasping, his thought and expression stir the deepest emotions and cast a spell of magnificence hard to explain in words. Artist par excellence It is often said that only a painter in a photographer can create wondrous and exotic visuals. In about two decades (he started only in the late 1980s), Kochhar has worked for almost all major corporates in India. His engineering qualifications and background in Engineering brings into focus accuracy and sharp vision, both of which are important attributes to photography. Throughout his career, Kochhar has worked on high quality equipment, matching international standards. He is stated to be among a handful of photographers who use the best technology and techniques available globally. In a world that is increasingly becoming ‘selfies’ (curiously it rhymes with ‘selfish’), photographers such as Kochhar stand light years apart. He is a creative artist par excellence, with an eye for the unusual and a lens for the unclicked. He makes his subjects speak- it is not necessary that they should be humans, animals or birds. Even a leaf gets to convey a message. Many of these are a part of his ever-widening reservoir of talent and even imagination. The revival More than 300 people in Hamilton and surrounding areas have found Kochhar as their source of inspiration and motivation. Since January 16, 2016, he has organised more than 35 workshops at which they have learnt the nuances of photography, how to capture a subject with clarity and creativity within the frames of their cameras. These Workshops, conducted free of charge, have earned the appreciation of Hamilton Mayor Andrew King, Council officials, several community leaders and most importantly, people who want to grain proficiency in photography, reviving in the process its glory and importance. His penchant for Hamilton, which he calls ‘A City that has adopted me,’ inspired him to complete two major assignments for the Hamilton City Council. He photographed and documented the Waste Water Treatment A picture shot by a child as a part of ‘My World, My Vision’ Plant and Fresh Water Treatment Plant and offered them as a gift to the City. Sustained partnerships Indian Newslink prides itself in identifying and fostering sustained relationship with people who contribute to our communities and environs as a part of their social and community responsibility. It was in that spirit that we were drawn towards his amazing and amusing ‘500 Days in New Zealand,’ a journey that would take him around the country in as many days, capturing people in places, thereby creating a new world of humans with innate goodness. While this journey takes him back and forth from Hamilton where is based, his passion to share his expertise and experience at many photography clubs free of charge have earned him scores of friends and followers. My World, My Vision One of his most interesting and innovative initiatives is the launch of ‘My World, My Vision,’ a project exclusive for children, last year. He gifted 40 disposable cameras to twenty children aged between six and nine years, from all socio-economic backgrounds, asking them to give vent to their creativity, without external influence. The result was an array of photographs. Their pictures were the main exhibits at Creative Waikato, Hamilton from December 1 to December 13, 2016. This Year’s Project will be launched at the Ninth Annual Indian Newslink Sir Anand Satyanand Lecture on Monday, August 7, 2017 at Alexandra Park, details of which will appear in an ensuing edition. Ashok Kochhar (extreme right) with Prime Minister Bill English and National MPs Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi and Jami-Lee Ross at the launch of Electionlink pages of Indian Newslink on February 27, 2017 Ashok Kochhar with Hamilton Mayor Andrew King and others at the exhibition at Creative Waikato on December 1, 2016 We help youfind the sweetest mortgage deal foryour firsthome and then foryour investment property. $ Mortgage Services Risk Insurances Home loans Life, Trauma Investmentproperty loans TPD,Income Protection Renovation &construction Mortgage Repayment Refinancing Redundancy Fasttrack RepaymentPlan (restructure) Topups &consolidation of debts Commercial property loans Business loans NewtoBusiness &Business Continuity Covers KeyPerson Cover Medical/Health Venu 021030 2409 venu@squirrel.co.nz Nimish 027 524 7877 nimish@squirrel.co.nz Sunil 027 5337745 sunil@squirrel.co.nz Vikram 027 397 0776 vikram@squirrel.co.nz Call us today 0800 21 22 23 Farea 027 534 9394 farea@squirrel.co.nz 28E Lambie Drive, Manukau, NewZealand
MAY 15, 2017 National is the best for the nation says Kelston candidate Venkat Raman venkat@indiannewslink.co.nz There is no alternative to the National government which has delivered strong growth with friendly policies for the past almost nine years, says the Party’s candidate in Kelston. Bala Beeram (aka Venugopal Reddy Beeram) knows that the West Auckland constituency is now a Labour stronghold but he is confident of winning the seat with strong campaigning and with the support of politicians, friends and volunteers. The ensuing general election on September 23, 2017 would only be the second time that Kelston would be featured as a constituency. Electorate History The Electoral Commission confirmed the creation of Kelston Constituency on April 17, 2014. The decision was based on increase in population in the Auckland region as recorded in Census 2013, to keep all electorates within 5% of their quota. In order to accommodate an extra electorate, the Electoral Commission abolished the erstwhile Waitakere Constituency and established two electorates, namely Kelston and Upper Harbour. While Carmel Sepuloni of Labour Party took the Kelston seat in the 2014 general election, Paula Bennett of National won in the Upper Harbour electorate. Bala Beeram Ms Sepuloni registered an impressive performance, taking 15,091 votes (50.90%), while National’s Chris Penk came second with only 9724 votes (32.80%). He has been chosen to contest the Helensville seat vacated by John Key who resigned from Parliament recently. Values in life Mr Beeram said that strong family values (he has a small family comprising his wife and teenage daughter), work culture (he is a Scientific Analyst at ‘Asure Quality,’ a leader in food safety and quality), community service and commitment to ethics and principles are the best attributes that he brings to politics. “Precision, honesty, responsibility and efficiency are crucial and central to my profession and I believe that these qualities are equally important in politics. There is no room for compromise because community safety is dependent on food safety. Similarly, the role of a Parliamentarian is significant to the country’s safety and growth,” he said. Community Service “I have been a resident of Kelston for the past 18 years with intense community involvement. I understand our people, their needs and aspirations. I communicate with them well and I pledge to carry their voice to Parliament and serve them,” he said. He said that as a former President and Executive Committee Member of the New Zealand Telugu Association, he has been involved with several community welfare projects including blood donation camps, tree-planting, sports events, fundraising for charitable causes and cultural programmes. He is currently the Manager of his daughter’s Netball Team. Political Engagement Mr Beeram said that he has been associated with the National Party since his arrival in New Zealand in 1999, he has been an active member for the past 11 years. “As well as enrolling hundreds of new Members, I have participated in the Party’s general election campaigns, which included meeting people in their homes, offices, shopping malls, events and other places. I understand the importance of connectivity. I am fortunate to have the support of my Party and teams of volunteers to help in Kelston,” he said. Electionlink 05 18–21 MAY 2017 10am – 6pm Daily Late Night Friday (9pm) ASB Showgrounds Greenlane, Auckland Admission $20 Kids 16 & Under FREE NEW ZEALAND’S LARGEST FISHING SUPERMARKET SOMEONE MUST WIN A SURTEES/YAMAHA BOAT PACKAGE worth $150,000 PLUS! TWO $2000 VIKING KAYAKS WILL BE WON EACH DAY SEE... OCEAN OASIS WITH NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC’S FISH OF THE DAY IN-hp www.boatshow.co.nz
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