PPG 2016
PermataBank believes that education is a very crucial factor in creating significant changes toward a better society. One of PermataBank’s commitments in improving the nation’s education is shown through Permata PhotoJournalist Grant (PPG), the first program dedicated to developing the techniques and talents of Indonesian photojournalists. A photojournalist’s daily task involves creating visual work and reporting to the public about everything that happens in the world. PPG is expected to provide a learning environment where Indonesian photojournalists are able to hone their skills and create even greater works for the society.
PPG I, held in 2011, received a warm welcome from the media, photojournalists and the public. PermataBank also established a partnership with Erasmus Huis and the Netherlands Embassy in Indonesia; while cooperating with PannaFoto Institute, Leica Store Indonesia, PT. Suburmitra Grafistama, PT. Surya Palacejaya, Bintaro Jaya Xchange Mall, mentors, guest mentors, editors in-chief, and photo editors from various participating media.
Great support also came from individuals who care about the development of photojournalism in Indonesia, such as Sasa Kralj (an independent photojournalist, Croatia), Kadir van Lohuizen (co-founder of NOOR Photo Agency and Supervisory Board Member at World Press Photo Foundation, the Netherlands) and Jenny Smets (Independent curator and director of photography of the magazine Vrij Nederland, The Netherlands).
This program of a photography workshop was attended by 8 (eight) selected photojournalists who each of them received a grant to finish a photo story. The workshop began on December 16, 2016 and was held twice a week in 11 classroom sessions. The main lesson taught was about a photo story and writing taught and guided by experienced practitioners.
PPG VI sessions ended with a two-day intensive class taught by Kadir van Lohuizen and Jenny Smets on February 9 and 10, 2017. Participants are required to present their works through a photo exhibition and a photography book titled “Trust”.
Also in this year, for the first time PPG selects the best work whose photographer will receive Leica X camera (Typ 113) presented by Leica Store Indonesia.
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