Premjish Achari
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Premjish Achari
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Curator. Writer. Film Maker
Curator at Kiran Nadar Museum of Art, Delhi
Seeking the dream life of ruins.
Interested in image studies, curatorial, analog photography, political economy.
Saw the iconic Jack Whitten at MoMA this close. Sorry for the bad pic.
June 6, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Saw some amazing William Kentridge at Hauser and Wirth
May 30, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Thinking about how context shapes our understanding of an image. The same photo can evoke different feelings depending on where and how you encounter it. As a curator, this is something I constantly consider. 🤔 #ImageStudies #VisualCulture #Bluesky
May 6, 2025 at 9:54 AM
There's a certain magic in waiting for a film scan. The anticipation, the subtle imperfections... it all contributes to a unique visual story. Anyone else find joy in the tangible process of analog photography? 🎞️ #AnalogPhotography #FilmPhotography
May 1, 2025 at 11:02 AM
See this Caravaggio at KNMA if you are in Delhi #caravaggio #magdalene
April 30, 2025 at 2:46 AM
Colours of Dr BR Ambedkar Jayanti. The leader of the untouchables of India was born this day. He was also the chief architect of Indian Constitution. He also studied at the London School of Economics and did his PhD from Columbia University
April 14, 2025 at 10:31 AM
I finally tried the long drink of the Finns
April 6, 2025 at 11:49 AM
Visiting this amazing show Songlines: Tracking the Seven Sisters” curated by Margo Neale at Vapriikki Museum, Finland. The travelling exhibition is controlled by National Museum of Australia
March 30, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Moderated a panel discussion on Bodies in Grief with panellists with artist and curator of Kochi Biennale Nikhil Chopra, art historian and academic Katia Arfara and artist Zuleikha Chaudhury for Anant Curatorial Forum
March 24, 2025 at 7:18 AM
Stepping into the ancient Buddhist monasteries of Lalitgiri and Ratnagiri felt like stepping back in time. The weathered stones, intricate carvings, and lingering air of serenity transported me to a bygone era. Captured these moments on film, hoping to preserve the magic of these sacred sites.
March 21, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Currently captivated by the work of Kara Walker. Her use of silhouettes to explore race, power, and trauma is truly compelling. Walker’s work was part of my exhibition “Imperial Silhouettes”. #artistspotlight #contemporaryart #karawalker
March 20, 2025 at 12:48 PM
The way postwar Japanese photographers (vivo) used light and shadow in their work has been a major inspiration for me. I'm exploring the interplay of these elements in my own analog work, aiming for a similar sense of contrast. What artists are currently influencing your creative vision? #vivo
March 16, 2025 at 12:03 PM
I believe curation is about creating dialogues between artworks and audiences, not just displaying objects. I'm drawn to works that challenge conventional perspectives and spark meaningful conversations. What qualities do you look for in a curated exhibition? #artcuration #curatorialpractice
March 16, 2025 at 3:26 AM
The grain in this batch is exquisite, almost like a painter's texture. I'm fascinated by how the chemistry of film can translate light and shadow into such tangible, tactile results. Anyone else noticing subtle shifts in their film stocks lately? #analogphotography #filmphotography #ilford #bnw
March 15, 2025 at 5:18 AM
Meziane's 'States of the Earth' is a vital look at how secularization, colonialism, & ecological ruin are linked. Tracing 'fossil capitalism's' roots, it forces us to see empire's legacy in our climate crisis. How do we reconcile this history with ecological justice? #statesoftheearth
March 14, 2025 at 3:04 PM
An exploration of city lights and chance encounters at night in iso 400 and 800 films in my favourite Pentax Spotmatic. What are your favourite night light shots?
March 14, 2025 at 11:06 AM