Vista, The Photography Society

About

Vista -The Photography Society of Maitreyi College, was fabricated in the session 2014-2015 with the objective of recognising and improving the photography skills of the students and since then, it has achieved a plethora of milestones and thrived with recognition in the photography circuit of Delhi University. It is a team of passionate and talented photographers with skills and interests spread across photography, videography and editing.

Vista provides leeway to its members, to practice, learn and improve their photography skills. It also helps the keen members to expand their network and provides them exposure by showcasing their work on numerous platforms- online and offline. 

Vista and its members welcome feedback and critique and provide assistance and support to each other which showcases our inclusive community, strong teamwork and connects us within the society despite us all having individualistic approach and vision towards this magnificent art form.

Email - vistaphotosoc@gmail.com

Our Magazine (Bokeh ) Instagram handle - https://www.instagram.com/bokeh_zine?igsh=eG5idDAyanBrNWR6

Vision

1. Comprehensive Photography Education:  Provide extensive photography education and skill development opportunities for students, covering technical skills, creative techniques, and industry knowledge.

2. Vibrant Community Building: Establish a dynamic and inclusive community of photography enthusiasts within the college, fostering collaboration, creativity, and mutual support.

3. Cultural Exchange and Social Awareness: Promote cultural exchange and social awareness through photography, including photo stories and visual storytelling, to highlight diverse perspectives and important issues.

4. Professional Growth: Support the professional development of our members through workshops, networking opportunities, and mentorship, helping them advance their careers in photography. 

5. Inter-College Vision : Expand our presence across various social media platforms, connect with renowned professional photographers, and create opportunities for collaborative development and shared learning.

6. Creative Engagement: Vista aims to provide a vibrant space where creative minds can engage, explore their unique photography styles, and inspire one another, fostering a supportive environment for personal and collective growth.

 

Mission

1. To equip our members with technical knowledge, artistic vision, and the ability to effectively communicate through visual storytelling. 

2. To foster connections, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing among members, creating a supportive network that nurtures creativity and encourages growth. 

3. To provide practical opportunities for students to apply their photography skills, such as organizing photo walks, exhibitions, and photojournalism assignments, thereby bridging the gap between theory and practice. 

4. To organize events, projects, and campaigns and exhibitions that highlight diverse perspectives, address social issues, and create positive change in our college community and beyond. 

5. To provide resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities that help students transition from college to the professional photography world, whether as freelancers, artists, or industry professionals.  

6. Vista plans to create and plan projects with other colleges for a common skill enhancement and network development.


 

Society Activities

Vista, the photography society of Maitreyi College holds a variety of events annually. Our exhibitions are a means to display our members' hard work throughout the year. 

  • Vista, the Photography Society of Maitreyi College organizes monthly themes, where members are encouraged to capture photographs based on a particular theme.
  • Together we go on photo walks around Delhi, from monuments to nature to the hustle bustle that is Delhi’s essence- we aim to capture it all. We also collaborate with other societies, both of our college as well as photography societies of other colleges to connect with like minded individuals.
  • We also have our own society magazine that is curated and put together by us, called “Bokeh”. So far, Bokeh has 4 bi-monthly editions and 1 annual edition, that are available for free online at our magazine instagram handle as well as in hard copy at our stalls during college fests. Along with our magazine, we also sell our work as various sizes of prints, and regularly put up exhibitions to showcase our members' work in the college.
  •   Lamhe, our biggest exhibition, is held during the annual fest, Rhapsody. During this event, Vista organizes two competitions: Shutter Stories, an online photo-story competition and Memoir, an on-the-spot photography competition.
  •  Other competitions include Liberation on the occasion of Independence Day.
  • Vista also conducts "The Maitreyi Show," a mini-interview and photoshoot series designed to strengthen connections within our 
  • campus community. In this initiative, our team members engage with fellow students across campus, posing thoughtful and unique questions that encourage deeper conversations. Following the interview, participants are treated to a brief yet professional photoshoot, offering a memorable keepsake that commemorates the interaction. Through this program, Vista aims to cultivate meaningful relationships and enrich the sense of belonging among students.

 

Office Bearers 2024-25

  • President : Anika Gupta : B.A. Programme (Computer Applications & Economics)
  • Vice President : Siya Saxena : B.A. (Hons.) History
  • General Secretary : Hrishita Lahon : B.A. Programme (Sociology & English)
  • Treasurer : Harsha P : B.A. (Hons.) Sociology

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Pictures of events organised