Departures: A Journey with India

Departures is a 20-year photographic journey through India, exploring the human condition through urban life, work, and landscape. It reflects on the 21st century urban stage, contrasting the gritty realism of urban life with the dramatic beauty of people, ritual, belief, and landscape.

Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 19 December 2022
Publisher: Oro Editions

India, a captivating tapestry of life, offers a profound glimpse into the human experience. Departures, a captivating visual journey, takes us on a contemplative exploration of place, life, and our inevitable departure from the material world to the ethereal realm. By embarking on a journey through India, we are invited to reflect upon the universal tapestry of human existence, a gateway to the rich tapestry of experiences shared by all.

Departures weaves a captivating narrative that juxtaposes modernity and urbanization with the ancient, diverse, and intricate tapestry of India. This work, categorized as humanist and social realist photography, delves into the complexities of the 21st-century urban landscape. It juxtaposes the gritty realities of urban life, work, and the struggles and joys of everyday existence with the awe-inspiring beauty of people, rituals, beliefs, and landscapes.

Departures, born from an extensive archive spanning 20 years of photographing, living, and working in India, transcends the incidental or serendipitous nature of street photography. It opens the door to a deeper exploration, revealing the rich tapestry of life that exists within the urban fabric. Through its lens, we witness the intimate moments, hidden stories, and profound connections that shape the lives of individuals and communities.

Departures invites us to reflect on the transient nature of existence, the complexities of human relationships, and the search for meaning and purpose in our lives. It serves as a reminder that, despite our differences, we are all connected by a shared humanity and that our experiences, both joys and challenges, are part of a larger narrative that transcends time and geography.

In conclusion, Departures is a remarkable visual journey that offers a profound exploration of place, life, and the human condition. Through its lens, we are invited to reflect upon the universal experiences of humanity, connect with the rich tapestry of India's diverse culture, and embrace the beauty and complexities of the human journey.

Dimension: 304 x 228 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781954081802