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...
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...
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...
Yaadein Book
“Yaadein” is an homage to legendary Kathak dancer Pandit Birju Maharaj, capturing his profound impact on Indian classical music and dance through memoirs and photographs, visualized and designed by CMAC. CMAC proudly visualized and designed “Yaadein,” a tribute book dedicated to the legendary Pandit Birju Maharaj. This commemorative volume, published by Pt. Birju Maharaj...
Neel Dongre Awards and Grants
The Neel Dongre Awards/Grants for Excellence in Photography was established in January, 2012. Neel Dongre (1944-2009) was one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the country who took a keen interest in mentoring young people, encouraged them to dream, and helped them fulfil their ambitions. The grants are aimed at recognizing young, emerging and...
75 Years of Dandi Yatra
CMAC was asked by Late Shri Sunil Dutt, the former Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, and Nehru Yuva Kendra Sanghatan to design backdrops and posters for the National Integration Camp, a celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Dandi Yatra. View Graphics ...