As an initiative to engage photographers all over to capture the less explored and unconventional sides of the beautiful city of Calcutta, Kolkata Centre for Creativity (KCC) is now showcasing ‘My Kolkata in Kolkata 2.0’ (MKIK). The exhibition that is being held in collaboration with the Zoo Authority of West Bengal has been curated by Reena Dewan, director, KCC and is on display till March 21.

Photograph from the exhibition. Pictures: KCC

MKIK 2.0 is an initiative to engage photographers with the purpose of capturing the less explored distinction between the conventional productive activities and leisure-driven unconventional productive activities of the people in the city. The lives of individuals are layered with such activities and often go unnoticed. These activities are, however, reflective of different perspectives intimately associated with leisure. It is an exhibition that intends to comment through photography on leisure and its influence on people from all walks of life, particularly during the time of a global pandemic.

Photograph from the exhibition. Pictures: KCC

In an attempt to see the city through the lens of different perspectives, the exhibition ‘My Kolkata in Kolkata’ invited acclaimed professional and enthusiastic amateur photographers to send in photographs that have captured the very ethos of the city. After an overwhelming response from an open call for submissions, 55 photographers were selected to exhibit their version of the ’City of Joy’ at My Kolkata in Kolkata 2.0.

Photograph from the exhibition. Pictures: KCC

Each photograph has a story to tell and has deep-rooted emotions attached. The concept of the city has many interpretations and subjective meanings, which the exhibition has attempted to capture by showcasing the organic talent of the participants through their creative expressions.

This same exhibition will also be on display from March 28 to April 4 at Alipore Zoo.