You must have seen many pages on social media where the local culture of rural areas of Punjab is posted in the form of beautiful pictures and videos. One of the first youths to popularize this trend is Hasan Talal Towana.
Fields, canals, rivers, animals, birds, farmers and silent scenes of rural Punjab immersed in the evening color tell many stories in Hasan Tawana‘s photography. Immerse yourself in the scene while looking at the picture of the past that is very close to your heart. Keep looking at Hasan’s pictures on Facebook or Instagram for a while, and suddenly your heart will want to leave everything behind and return to the world we left behind in the name of ‘progress’.
Hasan Tawana provides a window through which we can peer into the past, explore our childhood, and relive the world of the past.
Hasan Tawana received great acclaim not only in Pakistan but also abroad (Hassan Tawana).
Hasan Tuana belongs to village 58 North in Sargodha. Didn’t get formal training in photography, just became a fan of passion. Today, he has become so expert in his art that he teaches the nuances of photography to students in various universities and conducts workshops.
Speaking to Independent Urdu, Hasan Tawana told about his trip that ‘from childhood he came to see farmers, how they work in difficult conditions, he wanted to show their lives and hard work to the world.’
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Do you click along the way or do you regularly plan and go to the same place over and over again? In response to this question, he said that ‘maybe sometimes I am so lucky that I went to a place for the first time and immediately took a picture. Never felt nervous.’
Hasan Tawana was well received not only in Pakistan but also abroad. Several embassies have organized an exhibition of his photographs. He also decorated the PIA calendar with his pictures.
Hassan did not capture the disappearing scenes, but recreated the activities that have become part of the past and then preserved them with the eye of the camera (Hassan Tawana).
On the love received from cross-border Punjab, Hasan Talal Towana says, ‘When I started, the biggest response came from the Sikh community of Indian Punjab, the cricketers, singers, sectors and other people there got a lot of love. gave Maybe I’m more popular there than here. Most people start crying.’
His fans range from the common man to Indian celebrities like Sonam Bajwa and Shikhar Dhawan.
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People buy prints of my photos, put them up in hotels, most of the buyers are Pakistanis living abroad. I recreate and show them what they saw in their childhood.’
He further says that ‘Life is changing very quickly, many things have disappeared before our eyes, I want to preserve them. Tools that have been a part of our farmers’ lives for the past hundred years, to suddenly throw them away now that a new machine has arrived hurts an artist. I want to preserve from the camera’s eye all the scenes that are in danger of being erased.’
Hasan not only captured the disappearing scenes but also recreated the activities that have become part of the past and then preserved them with the eye of the camera. For example, children flying kites from trees, or depictions of children engaged in various traditional sports.
Hasan Tawana’s photography universe is vast, emotional and full of quality. Visiting their wall is like having a therapy session, a relaxation that never comes back.
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How does Hasan Talal Towana’s upbringing in village 58 North, Sargodha influence his photography and the stories he aims to convey through his work?
**Interview with Hasan Talal Towana: Capturing the Heart of Rural Punjab**
*Interviewer*: Today, we’re honored to have Hasan Talal Towana, a remarkable photographer who has beautifully captured the essence of rural Punjab. Hasan, thank you for joining us.
*Hasan Tawana*: Thank you for having me! It’s a pleasure to share my story.
*Interviewer*: Your photography has gained a lot of appreciation, not just in Pakistan, but also abroad. Can you tell us what inspired you to start this journey?
*Hasan Tawana*: I grew up in village 58 North in Sargodha, surrounded by the hard work of farmers and the beauty of the land. From a young age, I was fascinated by how these individuals labor under challenging conditions. I wanted to showcase their lives and preserve that reality through my art.
*Interviewer*: You didn’t have formal training in photography. How did you develop your skills?
*Hasan Tawana*: It all started as a passion. I immersed myself in photography, learning through trial and error. Over time, I became proficient enough to teach others and conduct workshops at various universities.
*Interviewer*: Your work evokes a deep sense of nostalgia, allowing viewers to connect with their childhood memories of Punjab. How do you approach capturing these scenes?
*Hasan Tawana*: I often go out with an open mind, sometimes just exploring without a specific plan. Interestingly, some of my best shots have come from visiting a place for the first time. It’s all about being in the moment and feeling connected to the scene.
*Interviewer*: You mentioned receiving an overwhelming response from not only Pakistanis but also from the Sikh community in India. What has that experience been like for you?
*Hasan Tawana*: It’s been incredible. The support from the Sikh community has been heartwarming. Many have shared emotional reactions to my photographs, which has really touched me. I feel like I have created a bridge through my work, connecting people across borders.
*Interviewer*: Your exhibitions have even been hosted at embassies, and your photos feature in the PIA calendar. What does this recognition mean to you?
*Hasan Tawana*: It’s both humbling and motivating. It validates the hard work and dedication I’ve put into capturing these moments. I hope to continue inspiring others to appreciate the beauty and stories of rural life.
*Interviewer*: Lastly, what message do you wish to convey through your photography?
*Hasan Tawana*: I want people to pause, reflect, and reconnect with their roots. In a world rushing towards progress, it’s essential to remember the simple, beautiful moments of our past and the hard work that sustains our culture.
*Interviewer*: Thank you, Hasan, for sharing your journey with us. Your work truly is a beautiful tribute to the richness of Punjab’s rural heritage.
*Hasan Tawana*: Thank you! I appreciate the opportunity to talk about my passion.
