The Photobook

• Debsuddha : "A book is a powerful archival object."

  In this episode,  The Photobook Podcast features Kolkata-based photographer and debutante bookmaker Debsuddha Banerjee, who's work often explores personal narratives and the lives of his family and close friends. In 2024, he published Crossroads, which examines kinship, sisterhood and companionship through the lives of his two aunts Gayatri & Swati Goswami. The book was published by Images Vevey and shortlisted for the Arles Author Book Award earlier this month. Join us as we delve into Suddha's invigorating world filled with loss and longing, but also hope and love. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------To know more about our latest episodes, follow us on Instagram at @thephotobookpodcast or write to us at [email protected] can find Priyanka Chharia at @madamphotographer and Debsuddha at @debsuddha on InstagramThe Photobook Podcast is generously supported by Photo South Asia at @photosouthasia---------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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• Debsuddha : "My aunts edited my photographs in a very organic way."

  In this episode,  The Photobook Podcast features Kolkata-based photographer and debutante bookmaker Debsuddha Banerjee, who's work often explores personal narratives and the lives of his family and close friends. In 2024, he published Crossroads, which examines kinship, sisterhood and companionship through the lives of his two aunts Gayatri & Swati Goswami. The book was published by Images Vevey and shortlisted for the Arles Author Book Award earlier this month. Join us as we delve into Suddha's invigorating world filled with loss and longing, but also hope and love. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------To know more about our latest episodes, follow us on Instagram at @thephotobookpodcast or write to us at [email protected] can find Priyanka Chharia at @madamphotographer and Debsuddha at @debsuddha on InstagramThe Photobook Podcast is generously supported by Photo South Asia at @photosouthasia---------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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• Lukas Birk : "We must think about local materiality and printing practices."

  In this episode, The Photobook Podcast features noted photographer, publisher and curator Lukas Birk. Over the years, Lukas has continuously engaged with vernacular image-making practices in China, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan & Myanmar, leading to the publication of many photobooks including Indian Minute Camera Photographers and Afghan Box Camera. Additionally, he established Fraglich Publishing with the goal of making books by other authors, often focusing on overlooked or forgotten visual histories. Join us as we learn about Lukas' many projects and his deep commitment to local bookmaking practices and traditions.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------To know more about our latest episodes, follow us on Instagram at @thephotobookpodcast or write to us at [email protected] can find Priyanka Chharia at @madamphotographer and Lukas Birk at @lukas.birk on InstagramThe Photobook Podcast is generously supported by Photo South Asia at @photosouthasia---------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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• Alana Hunt : "I don't approach bookmaking through images."

  In this episode, The Photobook features multidisciplinary Australian artist and writer Alana Hunt. Author of several artist books, Alana's bookmaking practice extends beyond images and stems from her deeply personal and research-oriented approach. Join us as we unravel Alana's artistic motivations and singular approach to bookmaking. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To know more about our latest episodes, follow us on Instagram at @thephotobookpodcast or write to us at [email protected] can find Priyanka Chharia at @madamphotographer and Alana Hunt at @alanavhunt on Instagram. The Photobook Podcast is generously supported by Photo South Asia at @photosouthasia-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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• Steevez Rodgriguez : "Is a camera needed to produce visuals?"

  In this episode, #ThePhotobookPodcast features Chennai-based photographer and curator Steevez Rodriguez. An alumnus of Speos in Paris and Pathshala in Dhaka, Steevez often works on personal narratives inspired by his sociopolitical environment. Join us as we catch up with Steevez, who shares his continual experiments in bookmaking, especially his ongoing project Last Seen.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------To know more about our latest episodes, follow us on Instagram at @thephotobookpodcast or write to us at [email protected] can find Priyanka Chharia at @madamphotographer and Steevez at @thesteevez on Instagram. The Photobook Podcast is generously supported by Photo South Asia at @photosouthasia-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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