BEHIND THE MASK
An old man is seen showing his token to collect wine bottles from Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC) during lockdown.
Masks have become one of the most important things in our lives. A lot of people still hesitate to wear masks, as shown in this photograph of a fisherman removing his mask.
About the Photographer
Sri Loganathan Velmurugan is pursuing his Bachelor's in Journalism at Madras Christian College. He is also a founding member of Photo Meet Chennai, a Tamil Nadu-based photo community that conducts photo walks and various photography-related activities in Tamilnadu.
I took this photograph at home using the self timer, a tripod and a study lamp as the light source. I used newspapers as a backdrop to represent the headlines we're being bombarded with lately. The mask on the eyes is to draw attention to how we've physically and mentally withdrawn ourselves from each other during the pandemic.
About the Photographer
Syona Thomas is pursuing her Master’s in Botany Master's at St. Joseph’s College, Bangalore. Apart from being a full-time student, she loves taking photographs, playing the guitar, watching stars, and questioning the birth and purpose of the universe.
Seems like childhood is no longer the same. I can’t imagine a childhood with no school, no summer vacations; having to stay indoors and attend classes online all the time. This photograph seemed to capture all the frustrations and irritation I would feel if I were a young kid during this time.
About the Photographer
Achyut Rokkam is pursuing his Bachelor’s in Computer Science at Ashoka University, Sonipat.