Call of the Wild, a photography exhibition is underway since September 20 focusing and dedicating to the wild life. It was inaugurated by Puri King Gajapati Dibyasingh Deb at the lalit Kala Akademi here.
It showcases 48 best wildlife photographs taken in a span of 15 years by wildlife photographer Ashis Dhir. Dhir in his visit to various national parks and sanctuaries in India has captured the moment of the wild animals, birds and reptiles. The exhibition focuses the wildlife and natural habitats in Nagarhole, Kabini, Rangahathittu, Ranthambore, Corbett, Toaba, Pench, Chilika, Jim Corbett National Park, Chandaka, Bhitarkanika National Park and Similipal.
“It is an excellent and innovative idea giving a new dimension in photography. Youngsters can give a thought to it,” said Biswajit Patra, a visitor to the exhibition.
“A wonderful endeavor, nicely arranged, good collection of pictures,” said Kamal lochan Purohit, a wildlife expert and DFO of Nandankanan.
Describing his photography journey, Dhir said, “In 1995, during a visit to Gahirmatha and Rushikalya in Odisha, I saw the unbelievable sight of Olive Ridley turtles which had migrated to fulfil a ritual planned and perfected nature. Seeing those turtles, in their natural habitat kindled the photographer in me. The exhibition is a collection of photographs taken in last 15 years.”