// Pushpamala N.’s Phantom Lady #14 from her Phantom Lady series (1996-1998) is a gelatin silver print that captures a cinematic and suspenseful moment, paying homage to the noir aesthetic. In this black-and-white photograph, a female figure, dressed in glamorous attire, reclines on a stairway, her posture evoking both vulnerability and defiance. The composition is dramatically lit, with deep shadows and strong contrasts, while an imposing figure stands above her, partially obscured, adding a sense of intrigue and tension. Inspired by Indian cinema and film noir tropes, Pushpamala explores themes of gender, identity, and narrative through stylized scenes. Limited to an edition of 10, this photograph exemplifies her mastery in creating evocative and layered visual storytelling.
Pushpamala N. (India, 1956) is a pioneering performance and photo artist known for her satirical and feminist explorations of identity and cultural narratives. Using herself as a model, she reimagines Indian iconography and history through staged photographs and videos. Her works critically engage with stereotypes, creating powerful visual commentaries.
silver gelatin print - photographA silver gelatin print is a type of photographic print made using the silver process. In this process, photographic materials such as black and white films and printing papers are coated with a light-sensitive emulsion of silver salts suspended in gelatin. This emulsion is applied to a support, which could be flexible plastic, glass, resin-coated paper, or baryta paper. The materials are light-sensitive and remain stable under normal storage conditions, making them ideal for long-term preservation.
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// Pushpamala N.’s Phantom Lady #14 from her Phantom Lady series (1996-1998) is a gelatin silver print that captures a cinematic and suspenseful moment, paying homage to the noir aesthetic. In this black-and-white photograph, a female figure, dressed in glamorous attire, reclines on a stairway, her posture evoking both vulnerability and defiance. The composition is dramatically lit, with deep shadows and strong contrasts, while an imposing figure stands above her, partially obscured, adding a sense of intrigue and tension. Inspired by Indian cinema and film noir tropes, Pushpamala explores themes of gender, identity, and narrative through stylized scenes. Limited to an edition of 10, this photograph exemplifies her mastery in creating evocative and layered visual storytelling.
Pushpamala N. (India, 1956) is a pioneering performance and photo artist known for her satirical and feminist explorations of identity and cultural narratives. Using herself as a model, she reimagines Indian iconography and history through staged photographs and videos. Her works critically engage with stereotypes, creating powerful visual commentaries.
I try to do something different each time so I push myself, push the edge so that I don’t keep repeating myself.
- N. Pushpamala
Pushpalama N. is an Indian-born contemporary photographer. After earning a Bachelor's Degree in Economics, English and Psychology from the University of Bangelore, India; she went on to pursue a Master's Degree in Fine Arts from the Indian academic institution, Baroda. While there, she studied sculpture and was inspired by the work of artists, Raghav Kaneria, Bhupen Khakhar and K. G. Subramanyan. Pushpalama's first success as an artist came in the realm of sculpture. Her first exhibition was in that discipline at a 1983 show in Bangelore. Soon thereafter, however, Pushpalama abandoned sculpture to pursue performance photography. Pushpalama N garnered a reputation for taking photos which explore places, gender and history. She has been the recipient of numerous accolades, including recognition from India's National Film Awards in 1984, a Charles Wallace Trust Fellowship from 1992-93, a Senior Fellowship from the Indian Ministry of Human Resource and Development from 1995-97 and an Arts Collaboration Grant from the Indian Foundation of Arts in the year 2000. Pushpalama also participated in India's Sixth Triennial in 1986 and won a gold medal. Pushpalama's photographic exhibitions have been displayed in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia. N. Pushpalama often uses herself as a model in her photos. (Artist website)
Contemporary art from India dates from 1985 to the present, marking the post-liberalization era. During this period, artists have felt free to create independently of traditional Hindu or social conventions. They often incorporate distinctly Indian materials and objects in their work, reflecting a blend of modern ideas and cultural heritage.