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Friday, 22 February 2013

Stalking through facebook

STALKING THROUGH FACEBOOK

                                                       
                                         
Nowadays stalking through facebook has become really common. People, who are a little mad, get bored and start stalking an innocent girl without any reason. People usually do that so that the girl can be their friend. But actually victims get horrified. Stalkers get every single detail about the victim and start threatening them for instance “ I will edit your pictures and send them to your house”. In Pakistan getting personal details like numbers, addresses is really easy. Stalkers mentally torture the victims. It is actually really bad because it can even cause mental illness to the victims too. Not only the victim but its whole family gets affected. If you do not want something to be known, avoid uploading on facebook because it is seen/read not only by your friends but also those who know their way around internet. Do not put up cover photos in which your face is visible. Do not put your phone numbers, cell numbers, email addresses, street addresses on facebook or any other social networking site. Your real friends know what your number is and where you live. Avoid communicating with anyone one other than your trustworthy friends. If a message looks dubious, delete it. Do not click on links unless you are absolutely sure what they are. And one should never get trapped but tell his/her family immediately about the stalker. And families shouldn’t take their freedom away after an incident like this, they wont tell you about anything like this again and something even worse can happen God forbid.
CREDITS: MARIAM IJAZ

Thursday, 21 February 2013

Muhammad Ahmed (Interview)


Name:
Muhammad Ahmed

Nickname:
No Nick

D.O.B: 13 June

Favorite Dish:
I don’t have any particular favorite Dish; I just love trying all sort of food and love them all.

Give us a brief introduction about yourself:
Well, I am a self starter, motivated and have eager to learn new things, willing to provide guidance and help others to become team players by setting an example and leading the way. I lived in UK for almost 6 years where I have done my MBA and some other business diplomas. I call this my achievement as I earned money from there and spent on my education. I still remember how I used to go to university in the morning after doing a 9 hours night shift in a store as a CSR; you can also call me a self made guy.

Educational Background:
I have quite a mix of degrees; for instance, I have a ‘Software Engineering’ Degree from Institute of Management Science –Lahore, I have also a bachelor degree in ‘Economics & Journalism’ from Govt. College Sahiwal. I have also an MBA Degree in ‘International Business’ from Coventry University – UK.

Photography as a passion or just a hobby:
It is more of a passion for me.
 
How did you got into photography stuff?
I have always been a nature and beauty devotee and always wanted to get hold of them; Photography is only one way of having them with you forever.

Who are your inspirations?
1.    Tony Ray-Jones (I like him because of his humorous way of photography of British life at leisure, you can check his work on this website: memoryprints.com.)
2.    David Loftus for his food photography
3.    Nigel Barker for his fashion photography
4.    Irfan Ahson for his wedding photography
5.    Tabish Q. Nayeemi for his nature photography


What else are your hobbies except photography?
Well, I am working full time as a Senior Marketing Manager in an American based company in Islamabad and it is really hard to get time for anything else other than the photography. I love trying different food places; I love travelling and sometimes music. I do get time for gym.

Would you like to have interns with you?
Sure but I recently have a bad experience though.

Who is the one person you would like to do or dying to do photo-shoot of?
Hmmm, the list is long J but currently I want to do a shoot with Imran Khan.

Was photography your passion?
I have always been passionate about photography but never got the time to exercise my passion in a better way.

In which kind of Photography section do you focus/ have more fun like fashion photo-shoots, outdoor shoots or wedding photo-shoots etc.?
I love doing portraits, fashion and landscape photography; this is an expensive diversion so I am saving up some money (which seems impossible so far J) to buy a full frame camera.

What is important?
1.   Good camera
You don’t need an expensive camera to start photography but yes a good camera is necessity.
2.   Editing skills
I would say photography is all about having an artistic approach towards whatever you want to capture and then no doubt a good editing skill generate a superb piece. I have seen many people wasting their energy having expensive cameras without any artistic sense and editing skills.

3. Good face
-      If you are asking about in photographer’s sense then I would say face is not important than his/her attitude with his/her client.
-      And if you are talking about photography point of view then a photogenic face is very important.

Let’s get a bit technical which cameras do you use? And it would be really great if you give a short review about it too:
Well, I have two babies right now: Nikon D5000 and Canon 60D. Though both of them are not full frame but at the moment they are fulfilling my needs. I normally use Cannon for wedding/fashion photography with EF-S 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Standard Zoom Lens. And I use Nikon with Nikon 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 AF-S VR for nature photography.

Any tip for new photographers:
Think before you click J

What do you think is there any scope for photography in Pakistan?
Well, there is always scope for talented people; we have this dilemma in Pakistan that we start doing things seeing other people doing without even thinking that you are not only wasting your time but also taking over a seat of someone talented.

Who has been most supportive while you were becoming a Photographer mum or dad?
Well, I would not say I am very good photographer but whatever I am, I am thankful to Allah.

Any person you would like to say thank to?
Well, I am thankful to all my very close friends who actually know and encouraged me for the talent that I have somewhere inside me.

Any moment when you were like I am the best photograph and you are leaving photography.
I know this is very typical answer but I never felt that I am a good photographer or I shall leave clicking. It’s my passion and I am not in the race of being best or leaving this.

Which,when,where was the best/interesting event you have covered till now?
Well, every event I have covered so far; I have enjoyed especially wedding shoots because when you get a feeling of being a family while shooting in a wedding ceremony, it is awesome.   

One embarrassing or funny moment while you were on your work?
Lolz, I forget SD memory card in my laptop once and I realized this when I was in the middle of a wedding shoot. Thanks God, there was a shop nearby from where I bought new SD Card.

What are the other goals you have?
I want to have my own marketing advertising agency along with a lush photo studio.
Where do you see yourself in next few years?
I see myself somewhere in Canada running a marketing advertising agency and yes clicking J

Any message for your fans:
Well, I would say be truthful to your profession, workplace, friends, family, off course to yourself as well and leave all outcomes to Allah. Do not dwell in the past; do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment.

Views about Islotimes:
Well I would like to say thank you for this interview.
You guys are doing great work, keep it up and wish you all very best.

Acoustics (Interview)

Band members:

Mohid ( Vocals )
Ahmed Ozgan ( Guitar )
Asfandyaar durrani ( Guitar)

Nick names :

Modi
Ozgan
Funda

Favorite dishes : Loads. Lol but i like desi food more. Tikkay and all

How was this band formed?

We were sitting on the school stairs. Funda started playing randomly. Ozgan carried it on and i just hummed so yeah, we decided to make a band

Who could be said as the most talented person in the band? And why?

Everyone is talented.
Im at vocals. Ozgan at the lead guitar. Funda can do awesome solos. So we make a food talented team

What make you guys different from rest of the bands in Pakistan?

Well we are ' Acoustics '
We pick a song and play it on our own style! Acoustic version! Its really difficult! But we manage

Study background?
We all are doing our Alevels! Final year

Describe Yourself , Tell us what kind of Team you are?

Me and ozgan, we are childhood friends. We met asfand in Roots! We have our ups and downs but make a pretty good team.

You guys are quite young? Do you guys think that you are old enough to enter the music industry of Islamabad?

Well its not about how old you are. Its about how good you are. I believe we've got what it takes.

One female underground singer you guys would like to collaborate with?

Eman shahid. Shes an awesome vocalist! A perfect voice! So yeah, would love to work with her.

Funniest moment at any performance?

Haha we had to open up for shahzad roy and before that, djuce asked us if we could play a song so that they could record it. Ozgan started playing and i was faking with the guitar! Half way through, my pick fell off from my hand. Everyone started laughing. It made me burst into laughter too. Lol so this was the funniest moment so far.

Selena gomez or Miley Cyrus?

Megan foxx

Where do you guys see yourselves in next few years?

Well, i think if we carry on with what we are doing on TV, concerts etc.
Lol J.K
But i hope we do

Any message for your fans?

To all our fans, just do what you want to do. Dont listen to anyone else. And try to be best at what you do!
And yeah, keep listening and supporting us. With your prayers, we can make it to the top.

Views about islotimes?

Islotimes is a great platform for all those who want to make a name for themselves! So that others can know about different talents! There should me more platforms like this! Its a great opportunity for everyone.

FOCUS - SHOOT GREEN (PHOTO WALK TO QILLA RUTHAS




PAKIOGRAPHY in collaboration with AJS Photography presents you with another Photo walk to ROHTAS FORT which is described as the amalgam of Pusthoon and Hindu architecture a place with deep cultural heritage and historic value as well as a treat for the cameras.

You will get a chance to experience quality time, adventure and opportunity to capture history with your imagination at the same time. And we will make sure to have friendly environment there.

A picture may not be worth a thousand words but it's definitely worth a thousand ideas. From plains to peaks, from desserts to glaciers, from monuments to mausoleums, from basins to beaches, Pakistan has a wide range of tourist spots that need to be explored. Keeping all these aspects in mind and PAKIOGRAPHY in collaboration with AJS Photography is running "Focus - Shoot Green" a project focusing at uplifting the image of Pakistan and inviting the photographers to help us CAPTURE a better PAKISTAN.


*Photo walk includes:

- Transportation 
- Food
- Photography tips for beginners
- Certificates
- Best Photographer will be awarded with a Shield
- Lucky draw 
- Meet experienced Photographers 


**Registration Fee: Rs. 1000/- 
(700 for those who are coming by him/herself)

*Pick-up Point:
One: In Islamabad.
2nd: In Rawalpindi.
Note: **exact place will be updated soon.


You can send the Registration fee through "Easy Paisa" for that you need the following details,
CNIC no: 37405-6855692-5 
Cell no: 0345-5936123. 
Note: **Please choice 11011 as password for "easy paisa" transaction.**

Or 

By sending money into bank account,
Account Title: Ahsan Abdullah
Account No: 1003189569
Branch Code: 0101
Branch: Bank Alfalah, Lalazar, Rawalpindi.

Please fill the REGISTRATION FORM as part of your registration process.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dHpPM2ZVaHUwTDJJa1FXVE1RNG11Z2c6MQ

Any amount saved will be donated to " Sponsor A Child Project "
www.facebook.com/LetsSponsorTheFuture


**Points to be noted:
- We ensure that your trip from Islamabad to Rohtas and back to Islamabad goes smooth.

- Certificates are going to be awarded at the end of the event.

- We will be giving Jewellery by Manriqen, T-shirts by AJS & Sha'oor , Movie Night Tickets to the 10 Winners of the Lucky Draw which will held at ROHTAS Fort at the end of the Photo walk.

- Make sure you come prepared with words as Media is going to be interviewing some of the participants. 


*Event by:

PAKIOGRAPHY - An Illustration Pakistan
http://www.facebook.com/shaoorthesociety

AJS Photography
https://www.facebook.com/AhsanJSPhotography

*Our Sponsor:

Tehzeeb Restaurant
http://www.facebook.com/Tehzeeb.pk?ref=ts&fref=ts

Manriqen
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*Radio Media Partner:

City Fm 89

*Media Partner:

Such TV


*Blog Partner:

Spark
https://www.facebook.com/e.sparkk


*Our News Partner:

Shashca News paper
-Youth ka newspaper-
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*Event Partner:

Allure
http://www.facebook.com/allurepak?fref=ts

3AM Entertainment
http://www.facebook.com/pages/3AM-Entertainment/258272380914455?ref=ts&fref=ts

*Social Project:

Sponsor A Child Project
www.facebook.com/LetsSponsorTheFuture

Last Day to Register: 21st December, Friday

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For Details & Registrations in Islamabad/Rawalpindi Contact:

+92-331-5424540
+92-344-5330347
+92-315-5009594

Wednesday, 20 February 2013

Bipolar disorder and society.

                                                                                                                                                                                  BIPOLAR DISORDER AND SOCIETY 







Bipolar disorder is a common disorder. It affects as many 27 million people worldwide. It is not particularly well understood. There is no cure for this mental disease and the treatments that exist are not that much reliable. In this disorder the patient faces mood swings and depression. The society takes it normally even though it’s a very severe disease that the patient can even commit suicide. Friends, family of the bipolar patient get irritated by his/her mood swings and try to stay away from him/her. After even knowing that there is something wrong with the person, they don’t take him/her to the psychiatrist. The patient cries but feels nothing. We can never tell what is going on the patients mind. Those who have this disorder may very well feel as mad as other find them to be. The patients feel really left out. All they need is love, care and most of all ATTENTION. Society does not get that. They get annoyed because of the mood switches of the patient and don’t treat them really well which makes the patient go more insane. Those people whom they love should be around them and not leave them and treat them well. This is the only way to keep the bipolar patient alive and normal.

 CREDITS: MARIAM IJAZ

Biography Of Syed Anosh Ali (Singer)




                     BIOGRAPHY OF SYED ANOSH ALI 




Name: Syed Anosh Ali
DOB: 12th January 1993
Nickname: Noshu
Favourite Singer: Atif Aslam, K.K
Favourite Car: Bugatti Veyron, McLaren F1
Favourite Place in World: Venice, Italy
Favourite Dish : Biryani, Pizza
Favourite Cafe or Resturant In your City: Cafe Rooftop and Chaye Khana

Islotimes: Tell us about your life , ups and downs?
Anosh: There were many ups and downs but last year I got some serious health issues. I am still a patient of Ankylosing Spondilitis. Its a joint disease basically and it happened all of the sudden. I was working in Touchstone Communications and due to work load and unhealthy routine it got severe and I wasn't able to move or walk. Those days were miserable. I was hospitalized for 3 months and I wrote many songs in hospital and the idea of starting singing was generated in hospital as well. Anyway Thanks to ALLAH, The Almighty who gave me health and now I am much happy with my life 



Islotimes: Your age when you started singing?
Anosh: I was 19. I started on 14th July 2012 with a gig in Cafe Eclipse.




Islotimes: Tell about your childhood?
Anosh: Umm, I don't remember much about my childhood but I was very naughty and a very shy kid. I used to put my fingers in the sockets, Jumping on the bed wildly, Eating Sand and much more  I was very cute though and I had many girlfriends  Lol, Now I'm single so I love and I miss my childhood 

Islotimes: Tell about your personal life?
Anosh: Personal life? I wish i could have but there is nothing personal as I told you I am single and these days I am working and doing studies so no personal life 

Islotimes: Tell about the place you were born in?
Anosh: I was born in CMH MULTAN.

Islotimes: Tell about your Native Hometown?
Anosh: Multan.

Islotimes: Tell about your studies and grades from class pre-nursery Onwards?
Anosh: I was a good student till 5th grade but from class 6th my grades are mostly C or sometimes D too  

Islotimes: Fell in love with anyone ?
Anosh: Yes. She was from Abottabad. I was 17 at that time. We spent almost a year together but then she ditched me. I guess she had some family issues. I miss her sometimes though  But after her, I don't think so I could love any other girl again. Poor me. Amna, wherever you are, you are always in my prayers. May your wishes come true.

Islotimes: Your inspiration from family and from singers ?
Anosh: In Family, Inspiration is my mum. The way she handle the problems and the way she solves them, No one can't really do that. So, I love her much and I want to be like her. In singers I am inspired by Atif Aslam and K.K

Islotimes: Your wish which you want to get true ?
Anosh: To be a good person. I don't want to hurt anyone and I wish I would not do that ever in my life.

Islotimes: Have you ever gone hurt by someone?
Anosh: Yes. I loved someone so much and when she left, I was all broken. She hurt me so much 




Islotimes: What's the part of singing in your life?
Anosh: Singing is my love, my girlfriend, my sorrow, my happiness. Singing is everything. I can explain my feelings through singing. I sing almost 12 hours a day My friends can witness that too. So for me, singing is breathing.

Islotimes: Your favorite singer ?
Anosh: I told you already  Its Atif Aslam and K.K

Islotimes: Your favourite photographer?
Anosh: Munem Qureshi and Haroon Rasheed from Team MQ Photography. They are awesome 

Islotimes: The person you hate the most ?
Anosh: I can't hate someone.I forgive all.

Islotimes: The place you want to visit and you like it the most ?
Anosh: I want to visit Niagara Falls in Canada and Venice in Italy 



Islotimes: Have you ever played in front of big audience? Feelings?
Anosh: Yes, My hands were shivering in the start though but when I hear the screams from crowd. I was electrified  It was the best feeling ever 

Islotimes: Have you ever gone mad on someone ?
Anosh: On my ex. She is so damn beautiful and I still love her 





Islotimes: So Message for your fans ?
Anosh: Only if there are any fans of me  Well, I love you all. Because of you people and with your humble support. I am something. Without you people, I am nothing. Keep supporting me \m/

Islotimes: Views about this biography started by Islotimes?
Anosh: Islotimes is the best platform. With biography people will become more familiar to us and we can share our moments life and our feelings in a good manner.Thumbs up for IsloTimes 

Facebook Page Link: https://www.facebook.com/AnoshAliOfficial
Band Profile: http://www.reverbnation.com/syedanoshali

CREDITS: JAMAL SAEED AWAN

TALAASH ( INTERVIEW )
Taalaash is a group of teenagers from the twin cities, who have passion for music, more than anything else. Forming it just few months back, these youngsters are ready to take over the music industry of Pakistan.

Band members: 
Asad Ameer(Vocals), Syed Daniyal Tanweer(Rhythms), Hamza Qamar (Leads), Habib Shahid(Bass), Ibraheem Khuwaja(Pianos), Zain Suleman/Shahan Durrani(Drums), Shershah Sultan(Managing).

Nick names: 
Not all of us have nicks, but asad loves to call daniyal 'babluu'.
Favorite dishes: mine is biryanii, ask the rest. :p


 How was this band formed? It was formed back in April by a group of school mates, Asad, Daniyal and Ibraheem
.

Who could be said as the most talented person in the band? And why? 
We would not point a single person out as all of us are very talented.

What make you guys different from rest of the bands in Pakistan? 
We are probably the youngest band in town and yess we are the bestt. (Y)

Study background? 
We are all O'levels and A'levels students from Lahore Grammar School.

Asad describe Habib? 
Tell us what kind of a girl she is, her flaws and other secrets *wink*. Hahaha, I must say he would have been one of the sexiest chick in the town. And for sure mine. :')

Habib describe Asad? 
Tell us what kind of a girl she is, her flaws and other secrets *wink*. Asad would be a shy girl with dirty secrets ;)


You guys are quite young? Do you guys think that you are old enough to enter the underground music industry of Islamabad?
Er I guess, we have entered the industry, If am not wrong? and that time is not very far till we take it over.

One female underground singer you guys would like to collaborate with? Underground? 
There's no one we found yet.

Funniest moment at any performance: 
Once, while playing at Eclipse, our drummer Zain, broke his drum pedal, and ran out, stopping the song in between and we were like wtf?


Selena gomez or Miley Cyrus? Miley Cyrus.

Where do you guys see  yourselves in next few years? 
Among one of the top bands of Pakistan, Insha'Allah.


Any message for your fans? 
Keep supporting as you are, as that is what keeps us motivated towards what we do best.

Views about islotimes? You guys are doing a great job, 
promoting young talent, good luck 
guys.













Official page https://www.facebook.com/TalaashFanPage

Tuesday, 19 February 2013

Team Rap Instinct ( Interview )




Band members:Huxaifa wali ,Hashim Malik , Usama

Nick names :
huxi khan , funkmaster , usama rapper

Favorite dishes
Favourite dishes depend on different occasions. Anything in fast food would be appropriate.

How was this band formed?
Huxaifa Wali started the band along with Hashim Malik , Time passed and Usama Rapper joined us.

Who could be said as the most talented person in the band? And why?
To be honest there is no descrimination in the band. So no one would get the credits.

What make you guys different from rest of the bands in Pakistan?
we are young , we talk about reality .and try to express our utmost feeling from heart.

Study background?
we all our in collage life

Describe Yourself , Tell us what kind of Team you are?
we are easy going and simple down to earth type of guys we are hard working and allways try to come up with something new and productive

You guys are quite young? Do you guys think that you are old enough to enter the music industry of Islamabad?
Not a big deal . All depends on hardwork nd yes we think we are on it.

One female underground singer you guys would like to collaborate with?
haha would think about that

Funniest moment at any performance?
Amm funniest moment was when Huxaifa Wali was Rapping live on stage and Hashim was doing vocals , suddenly Hashim Says " O bc Mikes chal rhe hain ? Huxaifa replied haan chal rhe hain dekh " Can you hear me people ?.

Selena gomez or Miley Cyrus?
selena lol

Where do you guys see yourselves in next few years?
We see our selves much more better then what we are today as we think we are doing good .

Any message for your fans?
would only Say guys keep supporting us and we promise we wont let you down .

Views about islotimes?
You guys are doing good job. May you people get on an higher scale to express the new talent. Best wishes .
Team Rap Instinct

Monday, 18 February 2013

Irfan Ahson (Interview)

Name: Irfan Ahson
Nickname: Iffy

D.O.B: 14 Sep 74

Favorite dish: Biryani

Give us a brief introduction about yourself?
An engr by training but a self-taught photographer . Hold an MS in civil engineering from USA but doing photography in Pakistan now.
Study background?
Aitchison College, Engineering uni Lahore, Univ of Texas, Austin

Photography as a passion or just a hobby?
Passion, hobby and profession.

How did you got into photography stuff? 
Always wanted to capture nature’s beauty and freeze time.

Who are your inspirations?
Henri Cartier Bresson and Bambi Cantrell

What else are your hobbies except photography? 
Literature and outdoors

You've got fame in a short time span how do you fell about it? 
Alhamdolillah, God has been kind! cant thank enough the public for that. Really feel loved…all due to my parent’s duas and of course the hard work has to be there

Would you like to have interns with you?
I have had a few but the experience was not good. Data privacy is a big issue and one can not compromise on that.

Who is that one person you would like to do or dying to do photo-shoot of? 
Sean Penn

Was photography your passion? 
Yes, it always was but only got a chance to practice it when I went to states and when I could afford the expensive cameras

You mostly do wedding shoots ever thought of doing some other kind of shoots? 
Yes, I am getting bored with weddings, now getting more into fashion and corporate side. My real passion is landscape and nature but just don’t get time to do that anymore.



What is important?
More than good camera, it is the lens but I would suggest that there are few other ingredients that go to making a good shot: lighting, location, chemistry between the couple and of course the gear and skills of the guy behind the camera

Let’s get a bit technical which cameras and editing software's do you use? And it would be really great if you give a short review about it too?
I am using Nikon D800, D600, Canon 5d Mk3, 6D and Mk2 primarily with a host of lenses. For batch processing we use lightroom and CS6 for detailed editing work and album design.

What do you think is there any scope for photography in Pakistan?
The market has changed tremendously and the perception about photography as a career has also changed a lot. A lot of guys are turning towards this as a full time career now. Lot of potential here!

Who has been most supportive while you were becoming a Photographer mum or dad?
My family was against it…throwing my career for something that was just a hobby but now they have all come around.

Any person you would like to say thank to?
All my friends who were there to support me in this journey, especially Irfan Khan. BTW that is not my alter ego. He is a good friend :)

You are one of the top photographers of Pakistan how does it feel?
It feels very humbling and intimidating. Getting to top is easy but staying there is harder so have to keep reinventing all the time. Not an easy job to stay ahead of the pack.

Any moment when you were like I am the best photograph and you are leaving photography?
Not yet.

Which,when,where were the best/interesting events you have covered till now?
In US, I covered the oath ceremony of Governor of Texas. That was a great experience and in Pakistan I have covered few grand weddings. One was in Islamabad actually and it was great fun!

One embarrassing and funny moment while you were on your work?
Haha..happens quite often at weddings. When you are in the middle of the dinner and a fan comes up and says he/she loves my work.

What are the other goals you have?
To establish an independent wedding wing and move on to commercial and fashion work.

Where do you see yourself in next few years?
Honestly, not sure. Maybe in UK or UAE doing engineering work again

Any message for your fans?
Stay true to your art but read the manual and know the basics…and of course work hard!

Views about islotimes?
Great platform for spreading the awareness and sharing the goodness.