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11 Iconic Experimenters and provocateurs of Indian Photography

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Indian photography

There are many celebrated artists in the history of Indian photography. India’s vast visual heritage has been meticulously documented and imaginatively reimagined by diverse photographers across generations. From political history to social documentary and avant-garde art, these 11 figures stand out for their unmatched vision, technical mastery, and cultural impact. 1. Raghu Rai: Legend of […]

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11 things to know about Surrealistic Photography

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Smriti Malhotra  Surrealist photography is a fascinating genre that emerged in the early 20th century as an extension of the Surrealist movement, which sought to explore the realm of the subconscious and challenge conventional notions of reality. It is characterised by the use of dreamlike, imaginative, and often absurd or juxtaposed elements to create visually

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NGMA Bengaluru Hosts Solo Photography Exhibition by Asha Thadani

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“I to Eye: Shades of Humanity,” featuring black-and-white works by photographer Asha Thadani

The National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in Bengaluru is currently showcasing the in-house curated photography exhibition “I to Eye: Shades of Humanity,” featuring black-and-white works by photographer Asha Thadani and curated by Amrutha R. Presented under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, the show highlights the evocative power of monochromatic storytelling to capture

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Access, Archives and a City: The Museum of Art & Photography at Three

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MAP’s third birthday on 18 February 2026 marks the consolidation of a museum that has quickly become one of India’s most important experiments in making art public. Opened on 18 February 2023 as South India’s first major private museum, the Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) in Bengaluru now sits at the intersection of collection,

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“Love Matters”: Kushal Ray on Intimacy, Observation, and the Lifelong Marathon of Photography

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Kushal Ray’s journey into photography is as unconventional as it is compelling. Born in Kolkata in 1960, he began his career as a sports journalist at The Telegraph before turning to photography full-time in the early 1990s. Self-taught yet deeply informed by observation and empathy, he quickly developed a visual vocabulary that diverged from prevailing

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AIPAD’s 2026 Photography Show to Feature 77 Exhibiting Galleries at Park Avenue Armory

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The Association of International Photography Art Dealers (AIPAD) has announced the 77 galleries participating in the 2026 edition of The Photography Show, returning to New York’s Park Avenue Armory from April 22 to 26, 2026. A VIP opening is scheduled for April 22. This year’s roster combines new and returning exhibitors, with participants such as Ruiz-Healy

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‘Footprints on the Moon’: Photography Show at BIC Celebrates India’s Lunar Leap

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A unique three-day photography exhibition titled “Footprints on the Moon,” spotlighting India’s historic Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission, is being held at the Bangalore International Centre (BIC) from November 28 to 30, 2025. The show features 13 evocative backlit works by Chennai-based photographer Dheeraj Khandelwal, whose images capture the drama and emotion of the Chandrayaan-3 launch as

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Garden of Weeds: Photography as Memory and Experiment at New Show in Mumbai

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The exhibition “Garden of Weeds” opens at Sakshi Gallery, Colaba, Mumbai, on November 11, 2025, showcasing a distinctive selection of photographs from the collection of V. Sanjay Kumar. Curated to highlight nine celebrated artists, this presentation explores how photography has evolved as a medium through experiments with form, psychology, and politics. The artists featured in

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