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Tharindu Nallaperuma | |
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| Occupation | Photographer, filmmaker, writer  |
| Works | CNBC, Center for American Progress, Hurricane Harvey, production assistant, The New York Times |
Tharindu Nallaperuma (born September 16, 1992) is a Sri Lankan-American photojournalist[1] and filmmaker. Notably, he served as the exclusive photographer for Anadolu Agency, covering the 2018 Santa Fe High School shooting[2]. He is also recognized for his impactful coverage[3][4] of Hurricane Harvey.
In the realm of filmmaking, Tharindu has contributed as a cinematographer to projects like "The Exorcists" (TV Mini Series 2018) and has left his mark on various TV shows, including "Modern Persuasion" (2020), "New Amsterdam (2018)", and "Betty en NY".
Early life and education
editBorn in Ratnapura, Sri Lanka, Tharindu Nallaperuma's early life unfolded quietly before he moved to the United States in 2007. His educational journey started at Hillcrest High School in Queens, New York, and continued with a focus on digital marketing at Lone Star College in Texas.
Military Service
editParallel to his academic pursuits, Tharindu served in the United States Navy, reflecting a commitment to duty.
Works
edit- The Seeker's Journey: Unveiling the Extraordinary in the Ordinary (2024) ISBN 9798322240990
Published Works
editHis work, featured in esteemed publications like The New York Times[5] and the Center for American Progress[6], resonates with a powerful message, contributing to a nuanced understanding of societal issues.
References
edit- ^ "235 Tharindu Nallaperuma Stock Photos, High-Res Pictures, and Images - Getty Images". Getty Images. 25 December 2023.
- ^ "Anadolu Ajansı". Anadolu Ajansı. Retrieved 2023-12-25.
- ^ Carlsen, Audrey; Lai, K. K. Rebecca (2017-09-01). "Where Harvey Hit Hardest Up and Down the Texas Coast". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2023-12-25.
- ^ "US: Up to 40,000 homes destroyed by Harvey". www.aa.com.tr. Retrieved 2023-12-25.
- ^ Fountain, Henry; Friedman, Lisa; Plumer, Brad (2017-12-20). "Making Plans for an Insecure Planet". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2023-12-25.
- ^ "How the Office of Climate Change and Health Equity Can Respond to the Health Threats of the Climate Crisis". Center for American Progress. 2023-01-30. Retrieved 2023-12-25.