Regalia of architectural wonder!
The quest to explore the marvels of majestic Asafi Imambara is on for lensman Ajaish Jaiswal. After coming up with seven solo photography exhibitions, based on the different aspects of the heritage site built by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula in 1783, Jaiswal has titled his exhibit Regalia. It is inspired by the intricate carvings done on the huge structure that houses the world-famous Bhool Bulaiya.
Jaiswal has displayed 36 photographs in monochrome except one.
“Just as jewels adorn a woman similarly the carvings textures and intricacies beautifully highlight the beauty of the columns, arches and motifs in this building. Though it’s said to be Mughal architecture but it’s an amalgamation of Indian, Italian, French, Persian and Iranian designs.”
The monochrome tones have been used with an intention to being out best of the designs. “The colours of carvings have faded colours over the centuries so I kept it in mono colour but have used blue tones to enhance the motifs. Just one coloured photo has been used to break the monotony,” adds Jaiswal.
The exhibition that will be up for display at Kala Srot Art gallery till April 6 was inaugurated by ace lensman Anil Risal Singh. Jaiswal has also displayed his photo in Romania and won special honour for the same. His last exhibition was based on kathak as a dance form. Jaiswal has done a number of group shows all over India and in Nepal.
“Our rich culture inspires me. I have been fond of photography since childhood and have over the years learnt from very able lensmen but I still consider myself as an amateur photographer. I am happy that my work is being displayed at UP Tourism website and many other prestigious places,” adds Jaiswal, an hotelier by profession.
The camera artist feels more can be done on the architecture wonder. “I have more concepts that I can work upon but unfortunately photography has been banned in the monument. Hope they soon will be allowed the same, maybe for a price, so that the beauty of the historical wonder can be spread across the world,” he shares.
Photography lovers and prominent Lucknowites turned up to have a look at his work of art.