Akasha Gamanam, Passage Through Space

This is the third in the series of five essays my Deekshithar and I wrote in the last years of the previous century. It speaks about what we can learn from the ancient knowledge systems about cosmology. And specifically about … Continued

Dancing with my hands, interview for Prasad Prakasan

In the summer of 2019, I was invited to share something about my connection to India and Indian culture for the Deepavali edition of the renowned Marathi publication Prasad Prakasan. The invitation came from Smt.Uma Joshi-Bodas, editor, through the researcher … Continued

Eclipse Iconography in South India 27 September @ Mythology Classroom

I have been invited by the online platform Mythology Classroom to give a presentation on eclipse-related iconography found in South Indian temples and pavilions on Sunday 27th September 2020, at 10 PM Indian Standard Time. My presentation includes the art-historical … Continued

Eclipse Iconography in South Indian Temples

The material in my collection on eclipse iconography found in South Indian temples is extensive and complicated. Even though I have mainly been photographing it on the side – as it were – while pursuing other goals. I have been … Continued