Photographer #435: Bharat Sikka

Bharat Sikka, 1973, India, is a documentary photographer who also concentrates on editorial and advertising work. He moved to New York to study at the Parsons School of Design where he earned a BFA in photography. His personal work concentrates on contemporary visions of India. His recent series Matter blends studio, street, landscape and portrait photography. Combined they form a portrait of the "new" India. It is Bharat's vision of a fast changing country. His narrative editorial work often show females in film-like settings, photographed in a unique, documentary style. Amongst his numerous editorial clients are Vogue India, Another magazine, Time, ID and Wallpaper. His work has been exhibited throughout the world as the Rencontres d'Arles photography festival and the Helsinki Art Museum. He works and lives between India and Europe. The following images come from the series Matter, Salvador do Mundo and various Fiction portfolios.

Website: www.bharatsikka.com

Photographer #048: Palani Mohan

Palani Mohan, India, 1967, uses his photography as a means to tell stories. The stories he tells come from various places in Asia and covers various subject matters. For the story on the downfall of the Asian Elephant he traveled to 11 countries in a six year time period. Mohan is represented by Getty Images' Reportage Group, worked for magazines as National Geographic, published several books and currently lives in Malaysia. The following images come from the stories Leap of Faith - The Kumbh Mela, Rice and Vivid - Colours of Asia.

Website: www.palanimohan.com