2021 – Bdeshi Photography

A Photo Rediscovered: A Decade-Old Memory

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 23:47:40 +0000

A Photo Rediscovered: School Trip

This is one of the few photos I genuinely love and have come to appreciate deeply. Part of the reason is that I had no idea it was being taken—it was a candid moment, unposed and unexpected. I only discovered its existence about a decade later, through a chance encounter with my former secondary school teacher. During our brief conversation, he handed me this photo, so many years after it was first captured.

Thank you for this treasured memory, sir!

Plantonium– Mile End Road, E1 4UN

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 13:13:35 +0000

Plant Hunter. I discovered this plant shop by accident opposite the Genesis cinema, nestled among all the restaurants and off-licenses. It’s so refreshing to see a different type of business on this road.
When we entered the Plantonium, we were greeted by a young lady who was passionate about the plant! She cheerfully answered all our questions.
The Plantonium has a wide selection of potted plants for most inner-city plant hunters and the price was reasonable. I plan to buy a Bonsai tree on my next visit.

The white cat

Sat, 13 Nov 2021 20:23:06 +0000

Schrodinger’s cat. Came across this cat during my lunchtime walk resting on the wall daydreaming. Trying to elicit a response to capture an image was met with indifference. The cat ignored me and closed its eyes. It was only when I was walking away it took an interest to look back with a disapproving look!

Yesteryear

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 15:23:19 +0000

That’s me. There it was—a younger version of me, framed by the warmth of a Bangladesh summer, barely recognizable but unmistakably familiar. I had forgotten about this picture entirely, lost in the passage of years until a family friend from Spain sent it to me. That friend had kept it safe all these years, like a quiet guardian of forgotten memories. Looking at it, I could almost hear the faint hum of a bustling bazaar, feel the weight of the humid air, and sense the joy in my family as we posed together. Time has a way of eroding memories until they’re faint and fragmented, but this image—tattered as it was—brought a bit of it back, like an old song you hadn’t heard in ages.

Sadly, the tropical climate of Bangladesh had left its mark, and the photograph bore signs of decay, with its colors nearly gone and details blurred. But the faintness of the image only made me more determined to bring it back to life, to hold onto a piece of that fleeting past.

This is my first attempt at restoring a photograph. The first left image is fading without restoration!

Hottest chillies in the world

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 21:32:26 +0000

Final curtain call. After tending to the Deshi Naga Morich (chillies) for 10 months. With the onset of autumn, it’s time to say goodbye to this splendid specimen. This type of Naga is indigenous to Southeast Asia, and it has gained popularity amongst the younger Bdeshi gardeners in London! Also see gardeners’ world for different varieties of chillies grown in the UK.

Snow

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 16:16:16 +0000

Morning walks. Working from home from a small study can be isolating, but today I enjoyed watching the snow falling while preparing for online meetings.

Monday 8th February 2021

Ephemeral Beauty

Fri, 05 Feb 2021 10:31:19 +0000

Ephemeral Beauty. Today’s photo was sent by the young guest contributor (Jenny) during her early morning lockdown run. It is remarkable how fog can transform a landscape into something magical!

Support physical store

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 16:28:42 +0000

Working from home. My decade-old office chair finally broke, which was not even comfortable. My decision to purchase the IKEA chair at that time, I suspect, was based on aesthetic and not comfort, a foolish decision in hindsight! Finding an office furniture supplier open during the third lockdown has been a nightmare – since most of them were closed.

Many of the online suppliers were running low on stock or did not have the chair in stock that met my requirements (i.e Inflatable lumbar support).

I was surprised to find http://docklandsfurniture.co.uk/ open. After speaking t the owner of the shop he understood my requirements and sent a few pictures immediately. Despite passing the closing time the owner kept the shop open for me to collect the chair Truly, wonderful old fashion customer service – that the online world lacks!

Victoria Park

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:22:37 +0000

Drive-by. Today’s photos were sent by a guest contributor from London Borough of Tower Hamlet (LBTH). Despite the lockdown, open public space like the Victoria Park remains important to the local residents. LBTH is one of the most densely populated inner city boroughs in London with many high rise buildings with a few private gardens. It’s a vital space for the residents during the lockdown. Let’s hope everyone visiting the park is keeping a safe distance.

Both photos were taken on Sunday 17th January.

Evening strolls

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 22:37:49 +0000

Mask. I suppose many residents are self-isolating inside the flats. Deprived of natural views and light.