With support from the Australian Government via the Regional Media Support Fund and in collaboration with Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) – 2025-26 The Centre for Media and Alternative Communication (CMAC) is committed to strengthening ethical, inclusive and socially responsible journalism by equipping the next generation of media professionals with the knowledge and skills to...
Nitya Gandhi (Living ReLiving Gandhi)
After independence, Gandhian activists like Kamladevi Chattopadhyay and Pupul Jaykar encouraged young Indian artists to engage with marginalized communities through the Handloom and Handicraft Board. Deeply influenced by Mahatma Gandhi and his ideals, Haku Shah, an urban painter in the modernist expressionist mode, has dedicated his career to documenting and highlighting the work of...
Millennium Public Lecture Series
CMAC is proud to have contributed to the design of the Millennium Public Lecture Series hosted at Delhi University. The series featured Joseph Stiglitz’s discussion on “States, Markets, and Globalization: The role of science, ideology, and interests” in January 2004 followed by Perry Anderson’s lecture on “After Hegemony?” held in November 2004....
Vision Beyond
The catalogue “VISION BEYOND: A photography exhibition,” published in 2007, curated by Sandeep Biswas and designed by Parthiv Shah, takes you on a captivating journey through art photography. It features works by notable photographers like Dinesh Khanna, Malkiat Singh, and Parthiv Shah himself, exploring a wide range of subjects from cultural rituals to decaying...
Piety and Splendour (Sikh Heritage in Art)
The catalogue “Piety and Splendour: Sikh Heritage in Art,” designed by Parthiv Shah of CMAC, takes a deep dive into Sikh art. It explores a variety of artworks including paintings, drawings, textiles, weapons, jewelry, and coins. Rather than covering everything broadly, this catalogue focuses on key elements of Sikh art, tracing themes like piety,...
Pandit Mallikarjun Mansur Centenary Celebrations Catalogue
Presented by the Pandit Mallikarjun Mansur Centenary Celebration Committee, this catalogue compiled by S. Kalidas commemorates the 100th birth anniversary of the legendary classical vocalist, Pandit Mallikarjun Mansur. The catalogue is a tribute enriched with a cover photo by Raghu Rai and a collection of writings by Mansur’s contemporaries and friends, including poignant insights...
White & Black
“White & Black: Journey to the Centre of Imperial Calcutta,” published by Niyogi Books in 2009 and designed by Parthiv Shah, Director of CMAC, is a captivating tribute to Dalhousie Square, a cornerstone of Calcutta’s rich history. This project pairs the striking black-and-white photography of Christopher Taylor with the vivid narrative of Soumitra Das,...
K.S. Radhakrishnan
K. S. Radhakrishnan stands out among contemporary Indian sculptors for his dedication to traditional bronze casting and modelling, infusing these age-old techniques with modern sensibilities. His sculptures, celebrated for their sensuality and universal appeal, are prominently displayed in public collections worldwide. This book, designed by Parthiv Shah, Director of CMAC featuring stunning photographs by...
Sourav Ganguly – The Maharaja of Cricket
The book ‘The Maharaja of Cricket’ by Debasish Datta (2007), with a foreword by Geoffrey Boycott, features evocative photographs by noted photographers including from Dona Ganguly’s collection. The book cover was designed by Parthiv Shah, founder of CMAC contributing to the remarkable journey of Sourav Ganguly, from a young talent to an iconic leader...
Ramkinkar Vaij: Sculptures
The book on Ramkinkar Vaij’s sculptures, authored by Devi Prasad and published by Tulika Books in India in 2007, stands as a tribute to the artist on his centenary. It features a comprehensive photographic study of over 60 sculptures meticulously captured by Devi Prasad during his tenure as a Visiting Professor at Santiniketan in...