A T R I B U T E T O M Y F A T H E R
Selected Artworks
My father, T.S. Nagarajan was a renowned photographer and photojournalist who could capture magical moments through the lens of his camera. I derive great inspiration from him and his work as the striking composition, play of light and shadow and perfect timing are most captivating. As a tribute after his passing, I interpreted some of his iconic photographs, adding a different dimension and texture to his works. Some of these selected photographs were not published but have been very close to my heart.
Growing up in Delhi, I was often the local guide to family and friends visiting. Although the photos are taken by my father, my interpretation is drawn from memory. Currently, they have been translated into wool tapestries and embroidery on tea bags.
W O V E N T A P E S T R I E S
Medium: Cotton, silk, wool
T E A B A G P O R T R A I T S
Medium: tea bag, cotton thread
M I N I E M B R O I D E R I E S
Medium: fabric, embroidery thread
“Tribute to My Father” was held at the Lalit Kala Akademi, Chennai, in February 2026, as a heartfelt homage to my father, T. S. Nagarajan. Through this exhibition, I sought to honour his legacy by presenting a dialogue between his original photographs and my textile interpretations of his work. Putting together this exhibition was also a deeply emotional experience for me, as it allowed me to revisit his vision and engage with his work in a profoundly personal way. The show stood as both a personal and artistic offering of remembrance, celebrating his enduring influence on my life and practice.
