Anjan Ghosh Photography

Hindustan Times Leadership Summit · 2025

An honour
to remember.

Honoured to have my photograph presented to the Hon'ble Prime Minister of India during the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2025. A truly memorable recognition on one of India's most prestigious leadership platforms.

L'Aqueduc · Collection

Two decades
of rural India.

For over two decades, I have documented the people, culture, and traditions of rural India through documentary and portrait photography. My work has received national and international recognition, and I would be honoured to have my work become part of L'Aqueduc's collection.

Exhibitions · Cologne

A memorable chapter
with Thyra Holst.

German artist Thyra Holst curated a series of exhibitions in Cologne, where my work was showcased. During my time in Germany and the Netherlands, I had the opportunity to spend time with her - an inspiring and memorable experience that remains one of the highlights of my photographic journey.

World Photo Carnival · Retro Kolkata

Photography
without borders.

Honoured to join Retro Kolkata's World Photo Carnival as a special guest photographer. With participants from nearly 40 countries and many of the world's celebrated photographers, this remarkable gathering is a meaningful recognition in my journey. My heartfelt gratitude to Retro Kolkata for the invitation.

Retro Kolkata · Recognition

An unforgettable
honour.

Honoured to be a special guest photographer at World Photo Carnival 2024. Grateful to Retro Kolkata for this prestigious invitation and to join renowned photographers from nearly 40 countries at this global celebration of photography.

Storieswith a human pulse
Placesseen with patience
Momentsmade timeless
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Portrait of photographer Anjan Ghosh

Behind the lens

About the photographer

Looking closely.
Waiting quietly.
Finding the story.

I'm Anjan Ghosh, a documentary photographer based in Kolkata, deeply rooted in the cultural fabric of rural and semi-urban Bengal.

My work captures the raw essence, dignity and stories of village life - with empathy, truth and resilience.

Biography and selected recognition

Anjan Ghosh

Biography

Anjan Ghosh is a documentary photographer based in Kolkata, India, whose lens is deeply rooted in the cultural fabric of rural and semi-urban Bengal. His work is dedicated to capturing the raw essence, dignity and stories of village life - not through the lens of poverty, but with empathy, truth and resilience.

Driven by a passion to document India's rural transformation amid rapid urbanisation, Anjan travels extensively through the interiors of West Bengal. He engages deeply with his subjects, blending observation with storytelling to preserve moments that might otherwise go unseen. His visual narratives aim to create awareness, inspire social change and elevate the voices of rural communities on global platforms.

Selected record

Exhibitions & achievements

2025

  • 1st Place - "River of My Country" category, HT Leadership Summit 2025. Honoured and humbled to receive this award from the Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.
  • Winner - Indian School of Democracy. "Bricks of Survival" captures the resilience of rural labourers with raw honesty and power.
  • 2nd Place - Fotogram Photo Club, Portrait category. Recognition on an international platform.
  • Finalist - Samyang Mega Photography Contest, Stage Q1. Grateful for the recognition and everyone who supports the journey behind the lens.
  • Finalist - Samyang Mega Photography Contest, Stage Q2. A striking black-and-white portrait selected for its emotional depth and visual storytelling.
  • Featured - 35Awards official selection. A dynamic black-and-white image of boys mid-air, recognised for action, rhythm and human connection.

2024

  • 2nd Place - ProGrade Digital Mega Photography Contest, Stage Q2. Recognition for a vibrant Holi moment.
  • Finalist - Vanguard Mega Photography Contest. A silhouette capturing rural grace at golden hour.
  • Photo of the Month - Asian Photography Magazine. An image of indigenous identity and strength, recognised for its storytelling and composition.
  • 1st Place - Fotogram Photo Club, Motherhood category. A heartfelt image appreciated for its emotional depth and storytelling.
  • International feature - The Knights of Art. An evocative black-and-white portrait recognised for its emotional gravity and masterful texture.
  • Exhibition - Eikon Culture VisualReflections, Italy.

2023

  • Feature - Adobe Creative Cloud. A powerful black-and-white portrait highlighting emotional depth and human expression.
  • 1st Place - World Photography Day Contest, organised by BenQ. A compelling visual story celebrating human-centred documentary work.
  • Exhibitions. Qatar International Art Festival EXPO at Al Bidda Park, Doha; and "Mood: Subjectivity, Introspection, Self-Awareness" at the Diocesan Museum, Italy.

2021

  • Judge, special category - Retro Kolkata International Art Exhibition.
  • Exhibitions. India-Tanzania-Germany International Art Exhibition, Cologne; and Eikon Culture VisualReflections, Italy.
  • 3rd Place - Photography Contest, Calcutta Journalists Club.

2020

  • Exhibition - "Face of Us" cultural exhibition, Cologne, Germany.

2017

  • Exhibition - Eikon Culture VisualReflections, Italy.
  • International Art Show - Birla Academy of Art & Culture, Kolkata.

2016

  • "Faces of the World" exhibition with Margareta Turos at the Hungarian Cultural Centre, Delhi.

2015

  • "Spirit of Art" exhibition, Spain, featuring artists from more than 100 nations.
  • Portfolio published - Photography World.

2014

  • Story selection - National Geographic Foodscapes Story.
  • 2nd Prize - China Humanity Photography Association Competition.
  • Work published - Photoburst.

2013

  • Certificate of Merit - Indian Institute of Photography, Kaleidoscope India.

2012

  • Group exhibition - Kolkata Photography Group.

In print and online

Notable publications & features

  • The Telegraph India
  • 121Clicks - Holi: The Festival of Colours, Finding Family
  • Photography World
  • 100ASA Feature
  • Behance Projects
  • Art-XMedia Interview, Hungary
  • Sommerkunst Blog, Germany
  • Yana Karnaukhova, Russia
“Every meaningful photograph begins with attention.

Recent photographs

A few stories, lately.

A small selection from documentary projects exploring people, place, culture and living traditions.

Ethiopia

Ethiopia

Documentary · Portrait

01
Rooted and Alive

Rooted and Alive

River life · India

02
Alpona Gram

Alpona Gram

Rural culture · Bengal

03
Makar Sankranti

Makar Sankranti

Festival portrait · India

04

Collaboration

Shared vision, stronger stories.

I welcome thoughtful commissions and collaborations with people and organisations who care about craft, context and lasting visual work.

PM India
National Geographic Learning
Oxfam Novib
Pôle Culturel Dardilly L'Aqueduc

The next chapter

The full story is
developing.

A more expansive home for complete photo essays, field notes, exhibitions and commissions is coming soon.

More details · Coming soon