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Intense yet exciting and thought-provoking, this trip to India has been in the planning since South America in 2010. It’s the one country that stood out for me, and as a documentary photographer, I couldn’t wait to get out there and explore the area.
The culture and general way of life is so unique and unusual, so far removed from anything we’re used to. As soon as you leave Delhi airport you’re thrown into this cauldron of noise and chaos; cars and cyclists driving up the wrong side of the road, three lanes becoming six, horns beeping constantly. It was safe to say I was completely out of my comfort zone.
The days were spent waking up early and exploring the area, resting when the sun was too high, and then going out later in the afternoon to carry on. A lot of the times it was a case of walking away from the tourist crowds, up spindly, narrow alleyways into residential areas where you wouldn’t know what you’d come across or how you’d be received. Some people thought I was lost, but the majority were happy to see a foreign face with an interest in their area. The children would run up and ask for their picture to be taken, the adults would at times invite you in for a cup of chai, or be generally inquisitive.
It was a real learning experience and whilst I found it a challenging and difficult place to photograph at times, I can’t wait to go back and explore some more.
The pictures below are from time spent in Delhi, Agra, Mumbai, and some of the towns and cities in Rajasthan – Bundi, Jodhpur, Udaipur and Jaipur. Feel free to go to my Facebook page and like or comment on any of the pictures. Would be interested to know your thoughts.
Stephen Bunn
Mar 29, 2012 -
Amazing work my friend…. Great use of natural light and your compostions are getting stronger with each post… I love the subtle colour processing too. Thanks for sharing
Kevin Mullins
Mar 29, 2012 -
These are incredible Kristian. Really leaves you with a sense of being there. Wonderful photographs.
Grace Ciantar
Mar 29, 2012 -
Beautiful pictures! Little moments of everyday life captured so skilfully, amazing colours and composition. Gorgeous!
Tarah Coonan
Mar 29, 2012 -
Beautiful photos. You look like you really explored and captured the people who really live there, their every day lives. It must have been an amazing experience, what a fantastic collection of photos to remember it by.
Adam Riley
Mar 29, 2012 -
Wow, great images- so much colour and energy!
Neil Palmer
Mar 29, 2012 -
These are wonderful Kristian. It really feels like I’m there. I can even smell India from these !
Matt Tyler
Mar 29, 2012 -
Totally smashed it mate. Fantastic photos. Absolutely love the b+w’s and the last photo is one that all photographers want to get. I’ve already got the travelling bug and all this does is make me want to get back out and explore some more!
Tina Cleary
Mar 29, 2012 -
These are really fantastic. Makes me wish I was there too.
George Weir
Mar 29, 2012 -
Never mind that the images are good, actually very good, with all the timing, framing, composition and content necessary for great images I sense respect for the subjects that contributes in no small way to transform what is so often a collection of snapshots into strong, honest images.
I also very appreciate the perspective chosen in all but one of the images.
Last point: I am indeed, for once, left “asking for more”.
Thank you.
steven carter hewson
Mar 29, 2012 -
amazing work mate!! fine fine fine documentary photography – really enjoyed these
Jeremy
Mar 29, 2012 -
Wonderful images!
Mark Carey
Mar 29, 2012 -
What can I say Kristian- these are amazing. Ive got too many favourites to name them. Your processing is spot on as well…the black and white toning is fantastic.
Mick Cookson
Mar 29, 2012 -
Superb (narrative) images sir – beautiful set!
Jo Blackwell
Mar 29, 2012 -
Absolutely stunning – wonderful composition, sensitive observation and beautiful processing. Totally inspired. One day, when I find my courage, I will spend my life like this. All the best to you.
Stuart Howat
Mar 29, 2012 -
Really enjoyed viewing these Kristian. Love the way you spot something new every time you look at them. Brings back happy memories of my time travelling in India. I long to return!
Lyndsey Goddard
Apr 2, 2012 -
This is a stunning set of images Kristian. We would never guess from these that you were there for such a short time. The compositions are thoughtful and your processing is beautiful. A really stunning body of work. Bravo!
mike
Apr 5, 2012 -
The shot with the fighter kites is epic, Kristian.
Your post is everything good about photography.
Nick Rose
Feb 9, 2013 -
Stunning B&W shots here! Great work!