As they ARE
Keeping in mind the recent terror activity that India and the world has been witness to, we, and I mean we all, have a preconceived notion of Muslims as a community. Just images of them invoke terror in people. I had the opportunity to photograph portraits of Muslim individuals in such a setting that even the most biased people will laugh at the light-heartedness. Sets decorated with plastic flowers, wallpapers screaming of gaudy colours and life-size cut-outs of Bollywood stars for partners; so much colour and yet photographs in black and white. It is a true representation of who they are and how we see them.
Kanika aka @mekkanikal
That’s a great initiative Akshay!
And congrats Adi – Great work
Jun 15, 2009 @ 2:22 am
Leelawadee
Great photo but why do guys hold each other hands? ..hmm…I was just wondering, I don’t see this often LOL..
Jun 18, 2009 @ 4:47 am
Himanshu Bhagat
wonderful images aditya! they look so simple and straightforward, and yet they say a lot. congratulations!
Jun 18, 2009 @ 8:27 am
Nimesh Dadia
This is a very intriguing portrait of the man. Th photographer has captured this other wise tough man in a incredibly vulnerable moment.
Incredible..
Jun 26, 2009 @ 1:14 am
Nimesh Dadia
The men holding hands, the camaraderie muslims share is unique.
Jun 26, 2009 @ 1:16 am
Roundup : Delhi Blow Up
[...] Blindboys Contributer Aditya Kapoor showed his photo-essay – As they Are [...]
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