Southern reporters learn photojournalism
Internews’ media house in Matara held a three-day training for southern provincial reporters on photojournalism from 28 to 30 June. Twelve journalists and four young trainee journalists received training from Mr. Sri Lal Gomes, Pictures Editor at The Island newspaper and Divaina Daily, and Mr. Asantha Abeyrathne, Layout designer from Lakbima newspaper.
Participants received training on framing, lighting, photo editing, and how to take photos with news value. Training included both lectures at the Matara Media House and hands-on field training outside the classroom, giving participants the opportunity to immediately put into practice what they learned.
