Women at Work by Swati IyerWomen at Work by Swati Iyer
This photo was taken at a workspace of a block printing fabrics company in Kutch, Gujarat, India - A group of young women hand painting indian patterns on fabrics. Block printing is a famous crafts skill of the location. The process involves intricate hand and block printing using in house dye on fabrics which are then sold as dresses, bags, shawls.
Terek Sandpipers and Mixed Waders in Sundarbans by Saniar Rahman RahulTerek Sandpipers and Mixed Waders in Sundarbans by Saniar Rahman Rahul
In the winter of 2023, I stumbled upon a lively gathering of Terek Sandpipers and other mixed waders in the Sundarbans. The mudflats echoed with the symphony of their calls and the rhythmic dance of their tiny feet.
Stronger Short with Texture by Karthick SaravananStronger Short with Texture by Karthick Saravanan
Captured in the serene light of dawn at Kanyakumari, this monochrome photograph presents a timeless tableau of fishermen along the sea shore, engaged in the age-old dance of casting nets into the embracing sea. The early morning light plays with shadows and silhouettes, sketching a scene of simple elegance and enduring human endeavor.
Each figure is poised in a moment of hopeful anticipation, their actions a testament to the symbiotic relationship with the sea. The monochrome tones strip the moment down to its essence, highlighting the contrast between the fishermen's silhouettes and the shimmering expanse of water, creating a visual poetry that transcends the ordinary.
This image, with its interplay of light, shadow, and human resilience, offers a glimpse into the daily rhythms of life at the edge of the water—a silent homage to the quiet beauty and enduring spirit of the fishermen of Kanyakumari.