Image of the Week: Unseen India
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In this Image of the Week installment Helene Dolberg takes us on a journey around India.
Photographer: Helene Dolberg
In Pondicherry, an old French colonial city in Tamil Nadu, this man took us around the city on his bike.
Photographer: Helene Dolberg
Walking in the streets of this little town between Pondicherry and Thanjavur, I came across this woman with her beautiful daughter.
Photographer: Helene Dolberg
In Thanjavur, we went to the daily market, which was filled with strong smells and vibrant colours. I asked this woman to pose for me as I thought she had such expression in her eyes. Excited about getting photographed, she was so happy to see her photo.
Photographer: Helene Dolberg
One of the many temples in Tamil Nadu.
Photographer: Helene Dolberg
This man, along with his three sons, made bronze statues. We went to visit his home and he showed us his beautiful, intricate work.
Photographer: Helene Dolberg
Walking around the streets of villages in India, you often get chased by children asking for pens or shampoo. This playful little boy, living in a village outside Thanjavur, was very touching. It is hard not get attached to these children.
Photographer: Helene Dolberg
Walking the streets of one of the many villages in Chettinad, Tamil Nadu. It was late afternoon so there was a beautiful light shining on these old abandoned houses, which used to belong to rich traders.
Photographer: Helene Dolberg
This was at the base of Gingee Fort, located outside of Chennai. There was a beautiful green open space that was filled with these majestic trees.
Last week’s Image of the Week: Incredible India
Stunning images, especially like the one of the abandoned houses, the contrast of the blues and reds against the orangey hue from the sun shining on the walls is incredible.
wow that tree is soooooo amazing
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