Media Release

Bengaluru, Jan 25: Award winning ace photographer, ad filmmaker and wildlife conservationist, Annechira Shiva popularly known as Shiv Gandhi, will exhibit his rare and prestigious collection of photographs at his maiden photo exhibition, ‘Scapes of India’ at Rêves Art Gallery from February 1 to 11 from 10 am to 8 pm.

The pictures captured during his passionate photographic journey are a rare collection covering nature including mountains, rivers and some mesmerizing pictures of lesser known travel destinations.

Travel and nature photography is not as easy as ‘just click’, says Shiva. The sketch/framework of the image created in his mind, which is then slowly and carefully nurtured into a series of thoughts linking it to its heritage, history, present and to its timeless beauty. These deep compositions in his mind create an imaginary picturesque of the scene. He transfers this imaginary picture into his camera. This requires perfect lighting knowledge, combination of various angles, camera adjustments and indeed lots of patience and perseverance.

Shiv is popular among collectors for his wide picture collection ranging from wildlife, heritage, monuments and tribute to painters (Raja Ravi Varma, John William Godward).

The images displayed in this collection are captured and presented in their original form thereby retaining its natural beauty without much interference from photo editing softwares. His photography brings about a stronger emphasis on nature’s aesthetic value as he gives life to the images utilizing nature’s lights, communicating to us the mysterious, awe-inspiring hidden wonders and facts of nature.

The collection at ‘Scapes of India’ will be available for patrons in three sizes - 12x18, 16x24, 20x30 inch sizes.

Venue: Rêves Art Gallery

467, Marenahalli Rd,

8th Block, Jayanagar,

Bengaluru

For more information please contact:

Vivek Cornelio: +91 9620 164 528