These photographs move between public celebration, skilled craft and moments of quiet. An artisan paints deities in a Hyderabad workshop; musicians take part in a religious procession in Udupi; a Theyyam artist performs at a cultural exchange festival.
The final image turns towards a different rhythm: a kayaker paddling across Hussain Sagar at sunset. Together, the selection shows culture in both its ceremonial and everyday forms.
Photographs and field captions by Jwala Kotesh. Story introduction adapted from the portfolio.
