INTRODUCTION
The exhibition moves through three worlds. Together they invite us to look more closely at the lives and places around us—a fitting starting point for Tikkun Olam, the work of repairing and healing the world. The Fund turns that attention into action by supporting people, education and stronger communities.
THE WILD
An elephant raises a cloud of dust; a bird opens its wings. These photographs invite us to notice other lives, from the scale of a herd to details easily passed by. Look for the gestures and encounters that make each animal’s presence felt.
THE EARTH
Mountains, rivers and the night sky offer different ways of sensing our place in the world. Light reveals a ridge, water traces a valley, and stars gather above an orchard. Take time to follow their lines and consider the places they bring to mind.
THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE
A glance towards the camera, hands at rest, a journey through the city. Work, tradition and companionship take different forms in different places. These photographs ask us to notice what makes each encounter particular, and what we recognise in one another.
Curated by
Saurabh Chatterjee
Photographer, mentor and curator
Saurabh Chatterjee is my mentor, teacher and friend. He has joined me on three photographic journeys to remote parts of India, where several of the images in this exhibition were made.
For years, Saurabh encouraged me to bring my work together as an exhibition. I am honoured that he agreed to curate this collection, even though he could not be here in person.
Saurabh reviewed thousands of photographs across the genres represented here. He selected the core collection and advised on editing, presentation and display. I later refined the selection with feedback from a small group of viewers.
A widely published photographer
Saurabh’s photography has appeared in National Geographic Traveller, Lonely Planet, Time Out Explorer, The Times (London), The National (Dubai), Discover India, FEMINA, JetWings International, Deccan Herald, Deccan Chronicle and Maharashtra Ahead.
His work has also been featured by The Hindu, The Indian Express, The Times of India, Hindustan Times and other travel and cultural publications.
