Author Archives: Nyay Bhushan

Saatchi Art: International Spotlight

Saatchi Art has included one of my fine art photos in its International Spotlight: India collection curated by Audrey Wolfe (Assistant Curator). The collection focuses on Indian artists who are “referencing mythology, spirituality, craft arts, and more through vibrant art.” My image in this collection is titled ‘Inner Woman’. The play of light and movementContinue reading “Saatchi Art: International Spotlight”

We See You

Titanic and Avatar producer Jon Landau’s untimely passing (on 5 July 2024) has come as a shock to both people who knew him closely and to the industry at large. I had the rare chance to meet him when he visited India in March 2012 to promote the special release of Titanic‘s 3D version. FollowingContinue reading “We See You”

Divinity

These images are one of my first attempts at light painting. They were taken in 2011 in my neighbourhood in Delhi during the festive season. In addition to the lights of the installation, the headlights of passing cars also added to the ‘back to the future’ effect. The ‘Divinity’ collection features this image on aContinue reading “Divinity”

The Fabelmans and Me

Movies are dreams that you never forget. That is the core of The Fabelmans in which Steven Spielberg takes you on a memorable journey inspired by his formative years when he discovered movie magic. The magic was indeed unforgettable for the generation that grew up with Super 8 cameras which pioneered the home movie revolutionContinue reading “The Fabelmans and Me”

Once Upon a Time

‘Once Upon a Time’ is a photo series that celebrates all things timeless. This black and white image was photographed on a foggy winter’s day in Delhi’s Mehrauli Archeological Park, a setting which has witnessed many a historical event over time. The series also includes a photograph of Jaipur’s iconic Jantar Mantar which was designedContinue reading “Once Upon a Time”

‘Stuck in Inner Traffic’ – Bandra Film Festival x YouTube

Rush hour isn’t always where you think it is. All those loud noises you hear? Those aren’t blaring horns. You’d be surprised where all that ruckus is coming from. Just relax and immerse yourself in this ‘filmaiku’ – where film meets haiku, the Japanese art of meditative poetry. ‘Stuck in Inner Traffic’ came about inContinue reading “‘Stuck in Inner Traffic’ – Bandra Film Festival x YouTube”

‘The Saint’ – Bandra Film Festival x YouTube

Memories are movies in real life. This is what I experienced when I made my short film ‘The Saint’ back in 2007 which features my late maternal grandmother. Just some months before she passed away, I spent some time with her, video taping her memories of her life’s journey.She was going through an illness andContinue reading “‘The Saint’ – Bandra Film Festival x YouTube”

‘Mango Shake’ – Bandra Film Festival x YouTube

The rhythm of life is always an open invitation for you to let go and immerse in the moment. I made ‘Mango Shake’ as an expression of what it means to be in sync with the sounds and colors of India, while capturing a moment in time in 2008 when my visual inspirations were beingContinue reading “‘Mango Shake’ – Bandra Film Festival x YouTube”