I am an artistic researcher, photographer and curator based in Berlin and Kolkata, where I delve into the intricate intersections of memory culture, ecology, and archival practices through the lens of multimodal anthropology. With a commitment to democratizing and disseminating knowledge, my interdisciplinary practice is centered around constructing networks and platforms that empower individuals and communities.
With over a decade of expertise in documentary and lifestyle photography, my journey began in Kolkata as a photojournalist with humanitarian organizations. I refined my technical skills at Light and Life Academy in Ooty, India, and transitioned to lifestyle photography for global brands at 22 Feet Tribal Worldwide, DDB Mudra. As a pivotal member of India's first storytelling platform, Untold Collective, I led the crafting of visual narratives for immersive digital storytelling experiences.Driven by the narratives encountered, I pursued a Master's in Visual and Media Anthropology at the University of Münster in Germany. Deeply influenced by archival practices, my thesis explored the intricate politics of gaze and power dynamics inherent in visual representation.
My artistic practice extended to my role as the Artistic Co-Director of Oyoun, a Berlin-based cultural organisation. Here, I conceptualised and developed intersectional projects focusing on decolonial, queer-feminist, and migrant perspectives. My initiatives have received support from various organisations, including Nordisk KulturFond, Globus Opstrat, and Senate fur Kultur, Kultustiftunde Des Bundes.My work transcends into social engagement, technology, citizen participation, and politics, where I explore the synergy between art, science, and technology to create more democratic, inclusive, and culturally-driven spaces. Through ongoing projects, I engage diverse communities globally in participatory initiatives, spanning from interactive installations, performances to web platforms.