Abhishek Khedekar’s new photo book captures the theatrical spectacle of the folk art form, yet remains attentive to the complex social histories associated with it
Fast-forward to 2023, Khedekar’s long engagement with Tamasha has materialised into a photo book of the same name. Published by Loose Joints as part of the Publishing Performance award with Mahler & LeWitt Studios,captures the theatrical spectacle of the folk art form yet remains attentive to the complex social histories associated with it.
His gaze, informed by his proximity to the Dalit ‘families’ that make up the troupe, is unencumbered by the limitations of objectivity. Instead, the photographer moves between the liminal spaces of fiction and reality, presenting his subjects and their daily lives with an unimposing sincerity. “There’s a beauty to how Tamasha performers transform backstage and captivate an audience,” Khedekar explains.
“I wanted to see if I could deliver the magic of each performance – the energy, the vibrance, and the fanfare – through the book.” This modality of the project was further developed during the artist’s residency at Mahler & LeWitt, where the photographer was creating new collages, constantly working on the sequencing of the photographs, and thinking deeply about how he could emphasise the vibrancy and emotion at the centre of the Tamasha through artistic techniques, instead of using words.
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